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BC Poker Tournament Will Benefit Charities

The Breeders' Cup and Michael "The Grinder" Mizrachi are joining forces to host the First Annual Breeders' Cup Celebrity Invitational presented by The Deepstacks Poker Tour.

 Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Poker Player to Promote Breeders' Cup

Michael "The Grinder" Mizrachi, the youngest player on poker's Top 10 Career Money List, has entered into a partnership with the Breeders' Cup.

 Friday, August 05, 2011
Card Games Aid Charles Town Handle Increase

Card Games Aid Charles Town Handle Increase

Pari-mutuel handle on live and simulcast racing has increased at Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races since casino table games were added to the mix at the West Virginia facility, officials said Aug. 4.

 Thursday, August 05, 2010
Youbet Looking Beyond Racing for Growth

Youbet Looking Beyond Racing for Growth

Flush off a quarter in which it saw increased handle and profit, Youbet.com said May 13 it would look at possibly establishing a presence in another country in an effort to expand its wagering offerings beyond horse racing.

 Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Owner: Legislation Key to 'New' Hialeah

Owner: Legislation Key to 'New' Hialeah

Hialeah Park probably will begin Quarter Horse racing in 2010 only if the Florida Legislature makes three major changes in state racing laws, the track's owner John Brunetti said April 15.

 Thursday, April 16, 2009
Track Owner Boosts Stake in MTR Gaming

Track Owner Boosts Stake in MTR Gaming

Jacobs Entertainment Inc. and its affiliates have recently increased their overall stake in MTR Gaming Group, a move that follows a January announcement that the owner of Colonial Downs was shifting its focus towards facilities that feature multiple forms of gaming.

 Friday, March 28, 2008
Twinspires Offers Derby, Poker Contest

Twinspires Offers Derby, Poker Contest

TwinSpires.com, the official advance deposit wagering service for Churchill Downs Incorporated, is teaming with 11-time "World Series of Poker" champion Phil Hellmuth Jr. to deliver the "Ultimate Kentucky Derby Players Weekend."

 Thursday, March 27, 2008
Inbreeding Propels Spring Waltz

Inbreeding Propels Spring Waltz

PORTER ON PEDIGREES, by Alan Porter

Silver Charm has not been as dazzling a sire as he was a racehorse. Still, the son of Silver Buck is proving he can produce top-notch runners, such as Rampart Handicap (gr. II) winner Spring Waltz. The 4-year-old filly is apparently drawing her racing prowess from the same genetic well as her sire -- inbreeding to the great mare La Troienne.

 Monday, March 17, 2008
CHRB Hears World Poker Tour Concept

CHRB Hears World Poker Tour Concept

The World Poker Tour has a tournament idea that could be developed for handicappers, the California Horse Racing Board was told Feb. 28.

 Thursday, February 28, 2008
MTR Gaming Pleased with Table Games

MTR Gaming Pleased with Table Games

MTR Gaming Group said Jan. 16 its Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack & Resort reported about $3 million in revenue from table games and poker since the full ramp-up of table-game operations in late December.

 Thursday, January 17, 2008
MTR Gaming: Poker Up, Income Down

MTR Gaming: Poker Up, Income Down

Play at poker tables in their first few weeks of operation at Mountaineer Race Track & Gaming Resort has exceeded expectations.

 Thursday, November 08, 2007

Gulfstream Park's Card Room Set to Debut

Gulfstream Park will debut its 10-table card room April 8. The room is open from noon to midnight every live race day and will remain open throughout the year.

 Friday, April 07, 2006

Canterbury Revenue: Pari-Mutuel Down, Card Club Up

A 7.3% decline in pari-mutuel revenue contributed to an overall drop in net income in 2005 for Canterbury Park Holding Corp., which owns Canterbury Park in Shakopee, Minn.

 Tuesday, March 28, 2006

Poker Tournament Slated for March 22 in Ocala

A no limit Texas hold'em tournament with a top prize of $5,000 and a chance to play in the World Series of Poker will be held March 22 at the Ocala Hilton.

 Monday, February 14, 2005

Iowa Table Game Bill Passes Senate Committee

An Iowa Senate committee Tuesday cleared a bill that would allow table games such as poker and blackjack at the state's racetracks.

 Thursday, March 25, 2004

Calder Latest Florida Track to Open Card Room

Calder Race Course will become the latest Florida track to open a poker room when its live Thoroughbred meet begins April 26.

 Tuesday, March 02, 2004

Network Hopes to Capitalize on Interest in Gaming

Creators of the Casino and Gaming Television Network are betting a national interest in gambling will translate into a desire to watch it on television.

 Tuesday, October 28, 2003

Green Fee Back at Favorite Course for Poker

Robert and Lawana Low's Green Fee loves to run at one mile over Belmont Park's Widener turf course. He won two of three starts under those conditions last year, including the Grade 2 Kelso Handicap. Now he's back for the $100,000 Poker Handicap.

 Thursday, July 03, 2003

Forbidden Apple Sits Out Poker; Shibboleth Favored

Shibboleth, winner of the Jaipur Handicap (gr. IIIT) in his last out, is the highweight for Friday's Poker.

 Wednesday, July 03, 2002

Turf Experiment an Affirmed Success

Affirmed Success, racing on turf for the first time Tuesday in anticipation of a possible start in the Breeders' Cup Mile, drew off through the stretch run to win the $113,800 Poker Handicap.

 Tuesday, July 04, 2000