Lost in the Fog’s absence from the list of Triple Crown nominees “isn’t a result of negligence; it’s a product of wisdom.” Owner Harry Aleo has decided prepping his colt for the Kentucky Derby is too risky. “The Triple Crown can knock the hell out of a horse, and I’m not sure it’s worth it.” (Star-Telegram)
– Trainer Steve Asmussen is starting to have “silly thoughts” about Summerly. The filly could develop into a leading Oaks contender (ST) … Balleto scratched from Oaks. (CJ)
– The Southwest Stakes is out, the Rebel is in for Rockport Harbor. (BH)
– An antiquated California regulation that restricts on-site betting to 23 out-of-state races a day left bettors shut out of Aqueduct’s big Pick 6 carryover last week. (LAT)
– The Maryland racing community is rallying around a trainer’s young son who lost his leg to cancer. “Fund-raising has gotten off to a rousing start.” (Sun)
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The Massachusetts legislature is likely to consider bills this spring allowing slot machines at the state’s four racetracks, including Suffolk Downs. Signs are positive — the new House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi represents East Boston and Governor Mitt Romney supports expanded gaming. But nothing is certain and there’s little word yet on what kind of deal the tracks would get. I’m hoping something passes this year — I fear that without slots, this will be Suffolk’s last year of live racing. (Boston Globe)
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