Every time caretaker Candace Nivins and the imperturbable filly step out of the Woodbine Mohawk Park paddock and into the spotlight of the racetrack, they share an unspoken understanding of what that moment represents. In her nine lifetime races, the undefeated Chantilly has delivered on her promise, impressing her connections: owner and breeder George Millar, trainer Nick Gallucci, and Nivins.
Gale Franklin, 91, dies
Gale Milton Franklin, 91, died March 5, 2025. He was at peace, at home on the family legacy farm and with his loved ones by his side.
Monticello cancels Wednesday and Thursday live racing
Monticello Raceway has canceled live racing Wednesday (March 19) and Thursday (March 20) in order to make the track safe to race on.
From Rising Star to Stars and Stripes
Brett Beckwith’s penchant for winning races has already put him among the leading drivers in North America. Later this year, he will take aim at triumphing abroad. Beckwith, the 2024 Dan Patch Rising Star Award winner, has been selected by the U.S. Trotting Association to wear the Stars and Stripes and represent America in November’s World Driving Championship in New Zealand.
Oak Grove meeting set to open
Oak Grove Racing and Gaming is readying for its 2025 season with qualifiers kicking off the extended pari-mutuel meeting which runs from March 24 through July 16.
Monticello cancels Tuesday live racing
Once again, due to track conditions, Monticello Raceway has canceled live racing on Tuesday (March 18).
Don’tmesswithles repeats at Rosecroft
Despite needing two moves to secure the lead in the first seven-sixteenths of the mile, Don’tmesswithles proved decisive in scoring his second consecutive top-level win at Rosecroft Raceway in Monday’s (March 17) $10,500 winners-over pacing feature.
Saints Design posts upset win on Monday at Dover
Saints Design, an improbable winner, upset the field at 26-1 in the Bally’s Dover 3-Year-Old Late Closer for Trotting Fillies (DSBF eligibles) on Monday (March 17) night.
Louisville GB Pocono winner; Game of Claims continues
Wilkes-Barre, PA – The Sweet Lou mare Louisville GB improved on her already-high victory “batting average” on Monday (March 17) afternoon at Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania, winning the $17,000 distaff pacing…
Harrah’s Philadelphia seeks outrider
Harrah’s Philadelphia seeks an outrider for the 2025 live racing season.