We have opinions, and we know you do, too. On this page, 1986 Kentucky Sportswriter of the Year and former Kentucky Thoroughbred Association president Gene McLean, along with other contributors, will offer their humble opinions on all things racing. Readers can send us letters here.
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Some 36 years ago, while serving as the Executive Vice President of both the Kentucky
From Eric Hamelback / National HBPA: WE MUST ALL DEFEND HORSE RACING'S FUTURE We All
From the HISA Media Team / Lisa Lazarus: As we reflect on another Breeders’ Cup,
(Mystik Dan / Photos by Holly M. Smith) What Is a "Flawless Horse?" Track Veterinarians
Days Picks 11/ 3-3-3 2025 Overall -- 1638 1638 / 513-576-700 Win % of Top
(A time to reflect...My place to pray) Earlier this week, I found out that my
Days Picks 10 / 1-1-7 2025 Overall -- 1395 1395 / 446-491-607 Win %
(Gene and Michael) For the longest time, whenever someone would say to me that so-in-so
Days Picks 8 / 0-2-6 2025 Overall -- 1364 1364 / 438-486-592 Win % of
Days Picks 2/0-2-1 2025 Overall -- 1356 1356 / 438-484-586 Win % of Top Pick
(The many looks, thoughts and the one responsible for keeping me alive and well. I
Date Race Horse Result Bet Total Gross Payoff Total Amount Earned 4/15/25 1st Mondavila 1st
(The pipes, the pipes are calling / All Photos by Holly M. Smith) Editor's Note:
(Jeff Ruby, red pants, at this year's Jeff Ruby Steaks at Turfway Park /
Days Picks 8 / 2-4-4 2025 Overall -- 1011 1,011 / 309-353-446 Win % of
Date Race Horse Result Bet Total Gross Payoff Total Amount Earned 4/15/25 1st Mondavila 1st
From the NTRA Media Team: NTRA REACTS TO THE ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL ACT AND
(Jockey Xavier Perez does his dismount / All Photos by Holly M. Smith) Editor's Note:
