Horse Racing in Maryland: Past, Present and Future

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Horse Racing in Maryland: Past, Present and Future

Listen Monday, May. 11, 2009 at 12:06 p.m. in Economy, Society, Sports

Saturday will mark the 134th Preakness Stakes at Pimlico racetrack in Maryland. Horse racing has deep historical roots in the Old Line State, stretching back to colonial times. But the industry is facing tough economic times. We explore the past, present and future of the mid-Atlantic horse racing industry.

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Guests

Joe Kelly

Resident Historian at Pimlico; Racing Editor, Washington Star (1955-1981)

John Eisenberg

Author, "The Great Match Race: When North Met South in America's First Sports Spectacle" (Mariner)

Vinnie Perrone

Freelance journalist

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