MTHA Newsletter

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The Horsemen’s Happenings newsletter is the official publication of the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association and is distributed at least twice each month to thousands of horsemen, owners, trainers, breeders, industry stakeholders, and racing fans across the country.

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The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association is the officially authorized organization that represents, assists and promotes the interests of Maryland's Thoroughbred owners and trainers.

September 3, 2026

Maryland horsemen are encouraged to participate in an industry-wide survey soliciting commends regarding ways to promote greater consistency in scratch procedures nationwide and to improve the quality of data used to understand and support equine welfare.

August 7, 2026

Frequently asked questions about what changed, what did not, how the acquisition is financed and why ownership is the fiscally responsible choice.

August 11, 2026

MTHA encourages all horsemen to promptly report any concerns involving the racing or training surfaces at Laurel Park by emailing trackissues@mdhorsemen.com.

August 6, 2026

The recently announced media rights agreement between the Maryland Jockey Club and NBC Sports represents a major commitment to the future of the Preakness Stakes. Additionally, the agreement will introduce a much broader national audience to two other signature events on Maryland’s racing calendar.

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