Headlines & Commentary: March 11
– Gulfstream rock concerts were unfairly maligned in Tuesday’s NY Times article on Marylou Whitney and Frank Stronach. “The Gulfstream concerts … were actually all about the horses. That’s right. Their main purpose was not only to get people to come to the track — that’s relatively easy with the right attractions — but to introduce them to and educate them about the sport and the wagering. ” (Left at the Gate)
– Mullinsgate rolls on: Paul Moran notes that more horseplayers than trainers have Ivy League degrees (ND); T.J. Simer responds to Mullins’ assertion that his remarks were off the record (LAT); Santa Anita stewards say they’ll talk to Mullins about his “controversial” comments. (DRF)
– A Massachusetts state legislator says tracks could close without expanded gaming. Senator Michael Morrissey says Suffolk Downs and Wonderland dog track are most vulnerable to closure if slots legislation isn’t passed. (Herald)
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