Mr. Nightlinger Celebrates First Winner
Mr. Nightlinger was represented by his first winner Aug. 23 as E Z Glider posted her first victory in the first race, a maiden claiming event at Louisiana's Evangeline Downs.
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| Date | Race | Purse | Age/Sex | Dist | |
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| April 17 | Inaugural S. | $50,000g | 3yos | 6f | Results & Video |
| April 20 | Hallowed Dreams S. | $50,000g | 3yos, Fillies | 5.5f | Results & Video |
| April 27 | John Henry S. | $50,000g | 3&up | 8.5f T | Results & Video |
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| Date | Race | Purse | Age/Sex | Dist | |
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| May 17 | Need For Speed S. | $50,000g | 3&up | 5f T | Results & Video |
| May 18 | Tellike S. | $50,000g | 3&up, f/m | 5f T | Results & Video |
| May 25 | Opelousas S. | $50,000g | 3&up, f/m | 8f T | Results & Video |
| May 31 | Acadiana S. R | $50,000g | 3yos, Fillies | 7f | Results & Video |
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| Date | Race | Purse | Age/Sex | Dist | |
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| June 1 | Ragin Cajun S. R | $50,000g | 3yos | 7f | Results & Video |
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| Date | Race | Purse | Age/Sex | Dist | |
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| July 6 | Louisiana Legends Mile Colts and Geldings S. | $100,000g | 3yos, Colts and Fillies | 8f | Results & Video |
| July 6 | Louisiana Legends Mile Fillies S. | $100,000g | 3yos, Fillies | 8f | Results & Video |
| July 6 | Louisiana Legends Ladies Sprint S. | $100,000g | 3&up, f/m | 5.5f | Results & Video |
| July 6 | Louisiana Legends Sprint S. | $100,000g | 3&up | 5.5f | Results & Video |
| July 6 | Louisiana Legends Turf S. | $100,000g | 3&up | 8.5f T | Results & Video |
| July 6 | Louisiana Legends Distaff S. | $100,000g | 3&up, f/m | 8.32f | Results & Video |
| July 6 | Louisiana Legends Classic S. | $100,000g | 3&up | 8.5f | Results & Video |
| July 6 | Louisiana Legends Starter S. R | $75,000g | 3&up | 7.5f T | Results & Video |
| July 13 | Oak Hall S. | $50,000g | 3&up | 7f | Results & Video |
| July 20 | Matron S. | $50,000g | 3&up, f/m | 8f T | Results & Video |
| July 27 | D. S. Shine Young Memorial Futurity R | $100,000a | 2 yo, Fillies | 5.5f | Results & Video |
| July 27 | D. S. Shine Young Memorial Futurity R | $100,000a | 2 yo, Colts and Fillies | 5.5f | Results & Video |
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| Date | Race | Purse | Age/Sex | Dist | |
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| August 10 | Evangeline Mile H. | $125,000g | 3&up | 8f | Results & Video |
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| Date | Race | Purse | Age/Sex | Dist | |
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| September 7 | John Franks Memorial Sales S. R | $50,000g | 2 yo, Fillies | 5.5f | Results & Video |
| September 7 | John Franks Memorial Sales S. R | $50,000g | 2 yo, Colts and Fillies | 5.5f | Results & Video |
LA Plans No Further Action in Monzante Case
The Louisiana State Racing Commission has concluded that no further action is needed in the case involving the former grade I winner Monzante who broke down and was euthanized following a race at Evangeline Downs July 20.
Top Tweets: Reaction to Monzante's Death
Monzante, a grade I stakes winner competing for a $4,000 tag at Evangeline Downs in Louisiana. He was injured in the race, and upon the advice of the owner's veterinarian, was euthanized.
Trainer: Monzante Euthanized Due to Injuries
Jackie Thacker, the trainer that opted to euthanize grade I winner Monzante, said he made the call when it was apparent the gelding was suffering after a breakdown in a July 20 claiming race at Evangeline Downs.
NTRA Issues Statement on Monzante's Death
In response to the recent death of grade I winner Monzante, NTRA president and CEO Alex Waldrop has reiterated the importance of racetracks to become accredited by the Safety and Integrity Alliance.
93 Cataloged for John Franks Memorial Sale
Stemmans Inc. and Evangeline Downs Racetrack and Casino officials announced that 93 juveniles have been cataloged for the John Franks Memorial 2-year-olds in training sale March 17.
Evangeline to Host 2-Year-Old Sale March 17
Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino will host the John Franks Memorial 2-year-olds in training sale March 17.
Saenz Repeats as Evangeline Leading Rider
Diego Saenz, a 33-year-old Mexico native, chalked up his second consecutive rider title and the fourth in the past four years at Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino at the recently concluded 84-night spring/summer meet.
Evangeline Downs' 2012 Handle Rises
Evangeline Downs' recently concluded spring/summer Thoroughbred season recorded solid numbers including increases in average nightly handle, average nightly on-track handle, and total on-track handle.
Evangeline Downs Resumes Live Racing Thursday
After weathering Hurricane Isaac, Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino resumes live racing Thursday, Aug. 30. Post time is 5:40 CDT.
Racing Canceled Wednesday at Evangeline
Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino has canceled racing for Wednesday, Aug. 29, because of Hurricane Isaac and will reschedule that race card for Tuesday, Sept. 4.
First Winner Recorded for Sire Notional
Spendthrift Farm freshman sire Notional sired his first winner when 2-year-old filly Happy Patsy streaked to an easy 5 3/4-length win as the favorite in a maiden claiming race at Evangeline Downs Aug. 3.
Star Guitar Headlines Evangeline Legends Card
Top Louisiana-bred Star Guitar will follow his usual summer schedule June 30, bidding for a fourth consecutive victory in the $100,000 Legends Night Classic at Evangeline Downs.
Gross, Average Rise at John Franks Sale
The John Franks Memorial sale of 2-year-olds in training posted increases of 37.1% in gross and 14.9% in average price from a year ago at Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino in Louisiana March 25.
134 Juveniles Cataloged for Evangeline Sale
Officials at Evangeline Downs and sales administrator Stemmans Inc. announced that 134 juveniles--the same number as in 2011--have been cataloged for the John Franks Memorial 2-year-old in training sale at Evangeline Downs.
Evangeline Downs Reschedules Sept. 3 Card
Evangeline Downs track management has decided to reschedule the Sept. 3 racing program for next Thursday, Sept. 8, due to forecasted heavy rainfall from Tropical Storm Lee.
Evangeline to Offer 50-Cent Trifectas
Evangeline Downs fans will have the chance to test out a new wager when the south central Louisiana track opens the 2011 Spring/Summer meeting Wednesday, April 6.
Average Up Slightly at Louisiana Sale
The ninth edition of the John Franks Memorial 2-year-old in training sale at Evangeline Downs Racetrack and Casino March 20 recorded a slight increase in average sales price and declines in horses sold and total receipts.
John Franks Memorial 2YO Sale Has 134 Horses
The ninth edition of the auction will be held March 20, beginning at 10:00 a.m. (CDT).
Evangeline Downs Set to Open April 7
The 2010 Evangeline Downs meet, which begins April 7, will feature 89 programs of night racing and a new 5:40 p.m. (Central) post time.
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