Here is this week’s Meadows Monday Memo.
Hanover Shoe Farms statement on barn fire
Hanover Shoe Farms on Monday (April 13) issued a statement regarding Sunday’s barn fire at the breeding farm.
Hambletonian Society staking payments due April 15
Horsemen are reminded that staking payments for the following races are due April 15.
Update on Hanover Shoe Farms fire
Hanover Shoe Farms on Monday (April 13) posted an update on social media regarding Sunday’s barn fire at the breeding farm.
First quarter 2026 U.S. harness racing economic indicators
Winter storms and the damage they caused to track conditions along the east coast and across the Midwest during the first quarter of 2026 from Jan. 1 through March 31 resulted in 179 fewer wagering races than during the same period last year.
Vel Larry grabs Cumberland feature Sunday
It doesn’t seem to matter who pilots Vel Larry, because the horse keeps winning.
Meadowlands stakes payments reminder
The Meadowlands Racetrack would like to remind everyone that sustaining payments for our rich stakes program are to be postmarked by Wednesday (April 15).
Harrington Raceway opens Monday night
Harrington Raceway’s 68-day race meet will commence Monday night (April 13) with a 14-race program. First post time is 4:30 p.m. (EDT).
Driver Brett Beckwith injured Sunday at Saratoga
Brett Beckwith, the second-leading driver in earnings ($1,657,121) in the U.S., suffered serious injuries in an accident before the sixth race at Saratoga Casino Hotel on Sunday (April 12).
April Hoof Beats: Beau Ideal
The April edition of Hoof Beats celebrates 2025 Dan Patch Horse of the Year Beau Jangles, who compiled an undefeated 12-start rookie campaign en route to year-end honors.