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Old 08-06-2008, 09:57 PM
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Any word on whether the upcoming referendum will pass? Maryland racing's current state is a real shame.
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Old 08-06-2008, 10:04 PM
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When I got to the track after work to play Del Mar about the 3rd there was a large media contingent with dishes and talking heads outside Laurel. This must have been where the announcement was made.....Laurel is a ghost track whether they run or not. Many more people are interested in simulcast.....the handwriting is on the wall.
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Old 08-06-2008, 10:07 PM
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it's a shame. hate seeing my former home state reduced to what it has become. i don't even know that at this point, even if slots were to be allowed, that they can save racing in that state. who'd have thought it? maryland racing used to be big. now, other than the preakness, no one cares about it.
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Old 08-07-2008, 07:07 AM
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I don't know how or when but Maryland is too rich in tradition to pack their bags.I'll keep the faith.
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Old 08-07-2008, 07:23 AM
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And things aren't getting any better with Magna's continued financial struggles:

http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/h...,1125920.story
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