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Field Size Up, But Don't Let It Fool You

JerseyTom — Fri, 26 Jun 2015 16:49:00 GMT

Though the numbers certainly can't be considered robust, average field size at racetracks in five states in the Mid-Atlantic region and neighboring New York is up from the comparable period in 2014....(read more)

Major Decisions Looming in Maryland

JerseyTom — Mon, 04 May 2015 14:57:00 GMT

As Preakness approaches, Maryland is mapping out its racing future....(read more)

Greyhound 'Cessation' Bill Sends a Warning

JerseyTom — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 18:28:00 GMT

Is West Virginia legislation an indication of what's to come?...(read more)

Is Growing This Business Really a Priority?

JerseyTom — Sat, 21 Feb 2015 15:04:00 GMT

Generating more revenue for live racing is good, but what's the end game?...(read more)

Takeout Just One Symptom of the Disease

JerseyTom — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 20:32:00 GMT

The pari-mutuel model needs to be updated in order for horse racing to grow handle....(read more)

Growing Pains for Handicapping Tourney?

JerseyTom — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 18:43:00 GMT

The National Handicapping Championship is growing, but there could be changes on the way....(read more)

Things That Make You Go Hmmmm (14)

JerseyTom — Tue, 11 Feb 2014 22:40:00 GMT

More musings on the horse racing industry, and some unanswered questions....(read more)

No Snow Job at New Meadowlands

JerseyTom — Tue, 26 Nov 2013 19:01:00 GMT

Given some nasty weather , the opening of New Meadowlands could be considered a success--and New Jersey horse racing needed it....(read more)

BC TV Coverage Similar to That of 2012

JerseyTom — Tue, 22 Oct 2013 12:54:00 GMT

NBC Sports Network will have the bulk of live coverage of the two-day Breeders' Cup from Santa Anita Park....(read more)

Awaiting a Breeders' Cup 'Big Board'

JerseyTom — Tue, 08 Oct 2013 12:00:00 GMT

Churchill Downs makes a big splash less than month before the World Championships....(read more)

Breeders' Cup and Arabian Racing

JerseyTom — Tue, 24 Sep 2013 13:55:00 GMT

The addition of an Arabian race to the Breeders' Cup program has some upside....(read more)

Things That Make You Go Hmmmm (13)

JerseyTom — Wed, 18 Sep 2013 18:29:00 GMT

Ding-dong data: Uniformity doesn't seem to be a priority for racetrack past-performance information....(read more)

The Path to Another Championship?

JerseyTom — Tue, 10 Sep 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Groupie Doll shows she still has it as she campaigns for another title as top filly or mare sprinter....(read more)

The Charles Town Connection Grows

JerseyTom — Tue, 27 Aug 2013 14:43:00 GMT

A growing number of Breeders' Cup-worthy horses have made stops at Charles Town, which has greatly bolstered its stakes program in recent years....(read more)

Think Home, Then Think Global

JerseyTom — Tue, 13 Aug 2013 14:09:00 GMT

Ireland is the latest example of no matter how global horse racing says it wants to be, you have to start at home....(read more)

The Good and the Bad of Monzante

JerseyTom — Fri, 26 Jul 2013 18:06:00 GMT

The death of Monzante can be a catalyst for change, but only if it's addressed in a rational, reasonable way....(read more)

Where Horses of Year Broke Their Maidens

JerseyTom — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 18:05:00 GMT

Here's a look at where Horses of the Year earned their first victories....(read more)

Things That Make You Go Hmmmm (12)

JerseyTom — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 20:27:00 GMT

Ramblings about pari-mutuel takeout rates, handle, slots, data, and whatever else....(read more)

Hey, Kentucky: Think Before You Act

JerseyTom — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 15:10:00 GMT

This year's vote on racing dates in Kentucky has serious ramifications. Does everyone understand them?...(read more)

Things That Make You Go Hmmmm (11)

Blood-Horse Staff — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 16:49:00 GMT

A look back at some of the comments made during the July 12 medication hearing....(read more)

Mid-Atlantic Circuit: Possible ... or Laughable?

JerseyTom — Wed, 09 May 2012 16:41:00 GMT

Cooperation and concessions could do wonders in the Mid-Atlantic region, which badly needs a circuit strategy....(read more)

Things That Make You Go Hmmmm (10)

JerseyTom — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 17:37:00 GMT

Talking out both sides of the mouth ... and trying to make sense of it all....(read more)

In Kentucky, Major Progress Despite Defeat

JerseyTom — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 15:20:00 GMT

Though the gambling amendment was defeated, there are signs of positive change in the Kentucky legislature....(read more)

Oldfriendskentucky Helps Thoroughbred Friends

JerseyTom — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:08:00 GMT

Standardbred pacer based in Canada is helping raise money for Thoroughbreds in the United States....(read more)

A Rapid Redux Redux

JerseyTom — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:25:00 GMT

The accomplishments of the gelding and his connections are remarkable in their own way....(read more)