Horse Racing NW

2018 Longacres Mile winner and one of the track's all-time great horses, Barkley, makes his seasonal debut in race two on Wednesday, July 15. 21 races scheduled over the two days of racing this week. New information on Emerald Downs stakes races, beginning Thursday, July 30. Special guest Ron Crockett continues to be a positive force in the progress of the state Thoroughbred industry as a consulta...

This show has a preview of week #3 and review of week #2 in the new season at Emerald Downs. John Lindley guests, he is the author of "Parkers" tip sheet and also in charge of the free handicapping supplement "Trip Notes", available in the racing section at emeralddowns.com. Send in trivia answer to trivia@emeralddowns.com.

Racing without fans happened for the first time at Emerald Downs on Wednesday-Thursday, June 24-25. Many eyes nationwide were on the EmD signal, wagering handles on the P-4 and P-5 were high. Total handle on Thursday was in the top ten over the past four seasons. Also, an interview with the track's all time leading trainer, Frank Lucarelli.

A look at Wednesday and Thursday's first two cards by Morning-Line price maker Vince Bruun and Joe Withee. New 15% Superfecta takeout figures to be popular with excellent field size over the two, 10-race cards. We catch up with defending jockey champion Gary Wales and talk about the upcoming season.

A preview of facts and figures, rules and regulations for Emerald Downs Opening Day on Wednesday, June 24. More good news - 5th Floor simulcasting with free admission begins Friday, June 26. With the Belmont Stakes on Saturday, Anthony Stabile of NYRA and HRRN provides insight while Mike Gastineau looks back at a memorable EmD event with a Belmont connection.

Emerald Downs will offer a low 15% takeout on Superfecta wagers at the upcoming meeting which begins on Wednesday, June 24. The Muckleshoot Casino and Northern Quest Casino in Spokane will be open for simulcast wagering beginning June 20, Belmont Stakes Saturday. Plus, Blaine Wright speaks to his impressive stable of horses for 2020.

Opening Day is set for 2020! Plus ... 2019 Washington Horse of the Year and 2019 EmD Horse of Meeting vie in Saturday's Albany at Golden Gate. Jon White joins Joe and Vince. Handicapping, pet peeves, trivia and more!

First show! Covers Emerald Downs 2020 opening data, updates on Washington horses and horsemen, handicapping, pet peeves and more. Since Joe and Vince are involved, plenty of statistical data too!