It wasn’t an trip to say the least, but ER Griffin was up to the task and won the $25,000 Baystate Starter Allowance that headlined the Tuesday (Sept. 23) card at Plainridge Park.
Albert Adams, 89, dies
Albert Charles Adams, 89, of Bellville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025.
Red Mile Grand Circuit meet opens Thursday
The annual fortnight of world-class harness racing at The Red Mile commences this Thursday (Sept. 25) with the opening day of the Grand Circuit meeting, featuring seven divisions of freshmen slated to compete in Bluegrass action on the 13-race card.
SOANY and MGM Yonkers announce contract agreement
The Standardbred Owners Association of New York (”SOANY”) and MGM Yonkers, Inc. (“MGM Yonkers”), owner and operator of Empire City Casino and Yonkers Raceway, are pleased to announce that they have reached an agreement on a new contract which will govern racing at the historic Yonkers Raceway oval through Dec. 31, 2028.
Beau Jangles continues to impress connections
With the battle won and his perfect record intact through eight starts, Beau Jangles towered over the Woodbine Mohawk Park winner’s circle late on Saturday night (Sept. 20) – ears sharp, a crisp white Metro Pace blanket covering him like the satin robes of a boxer post-fight.
Svanstedt trotters impress in Philly qualifiers
Yo, Tillie. A top-class 3-year-old trotting filly qualified Tuesday morning at Harrah’s Philadelphia, and she may soon be in the hunt against you in the major fall stakes.
Credit drawing on tap for Buckeye Classic Yearling Sale
The Hoosier Classic Sale Company, in conjunction with participating consignors and corporate sponsors, will be offering a $5,000 yearling credit to three buyers at the Buckeye Classic Yearling Sale Oct. 7.
$7,500 guaranteed Pick-5 pool at Batavia on Wednesday
After no one hit the Pick-5 at Batavia Downs on Saturday (Sept. 20), there is a $2,556 carryover pool for that wager in the first race at Batavia on Wednesday (Sept. 24). As a result, the management of Batavia Downs has announced that the pool will be guaranteed at $7,500 through the United States Trotting Association’s Strategic Wagering program.
Campbell cops hat trick at Cumberland Fair
Maritime native Heath Campbell scored a hat trick on Monday (Sept. 22) at the Cumberland Fair, further securing his position in the top tier of the talented Downeast drivers colony.
SBOANJ 2025 election set for Nov. 19
The 2025 SBOANJ election will take place on Nov. 19. Anyone interested in running for director must send a letter of intent to the SBOANJ office via certified mail, or in person, no later than Oct. 3.