Times have been tough for Canadian harness racing. But as 2014 gets into full gear, there is a sense of optimism, and some positive signs in wagering and attendance, at tracks across the country.
By Darryl Kaplan
With yearling sales approaching, TROT went searching for unique, behind the scenes stories from North America’s top standardbred sales. Naturally, Murray Brown, Bob Marks and Mike Kimelman, each associated with some of the finest horses ever to race, had no shortage of great tales to share.
By Melissa Keith
Table ronde avec les huit conducteurs aspirant au championnat canadien.
Par Darryl Kaplan / Traduction Louise Rioux
A roundtable talk with the eight drivers looking to be crowned Canada’s champion.
By Darryl Kaplan
As a husband and a father raising a family in this industry, it's hard not to be concerned about our future.
Brother acts in harness racing are not exactly a rarity but this group was pretty well known for over the past half century. Three of the four driving Gilmour brothers are shown here in this 1959 photo taken at Batavia Downs. From left: John (Guy), George and Wm. "Buddy" Gilmour. John passed away just recently as the last of the three.
As a fan of race calling – and the professionals who demonstrate their mastery of this art at racetracks everywhere – I pay homage to a race callin
