Denny Velazquez
By Kristin Bechthold Denny Velazquez is a jockey that brings his passion to the racetrack every morning. He considers his career a dream come true and claims that it is “better than being anything in the world.” He also brings an undying enthusiasm to the sport and loves the atmosphere of the crowd at Canterbury […]
THOUGHTS TO HIGHLIGHT A SUNNY DAY
Musings on a sunny, albeit somewhat close, afternoon, ideal for watching the horses emerge from the paddock, follow the lead ponies as they parade past the grandstand, gradually make their ways to the gate and then either delight or disappoint the patrons who backed them: Anyone with a dollar or two on Score More […]
Mac Robertson
By Kristin Bechthold Mac Robertson has been a prominent trainer at Canterbury Park since 2005, having been the champion leading trainer for nine consecutive years, from 2005 to 2013. He is currently on the leader board for the leading trainer of the 2015 meet. Robertson grew up in the racing industry since his father was […]
Q Do You Like?
“Life in the fast lane” – The Eagles Quarter horses have always been a big part of the local racing product. Hall of Fame runner Cash Caravan thundered down the Canterbury stretch in the late 1980’s, and more recently Trevor’s Easy Tipper and Seis it Fast earned Horse of the Year honors for their […]
Stewards’ Watch – Gate Malfunction
At the start of a turf race on June 18, there was a gate malfunction which led to a stewards’ ruling. Find out more here. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHGcKVyPtAU&w=560&h=315]
Panther Prize Me wins Gopher State Derby
by Kristin Bechtold The day after the first Triple Crown win in 37 years brought enthusiastic race fans back to Canterbury Park on Sunday for more fun. The day proved to be perfect for racing, and the fans were able to soak up the sunshine as well as the lingering energy from the excitement of […]
INCLUDED WITH THE PRICE OF ADMISSION
BY JIM WELLS All that was absent was buttered popcorn, a large Pepsi, maybe some Milk Duds and a plush recliner seat. Cinema, theater, the movies, the show… call it what you like, it doesn’t get any better, not in the opinion of some of Canterbury’s leading lights. Saturday’s third race was not only […]
Four Days of Racing Ahead
By Kristin Bechthold Memorial Day weekend at Canterbury Park is going to be anything but dull. With live horse racing making its way back into full swing, the annual running of the bulldogs, and the Honor the Hero stakes, it will be a holiday weekend to remember. Live racing begins at 6:30 p.m. on Friday […]
Soon to be Racing at Canterbury Park
Reporter Kendall Mark gets her first look at the stable area at Canterbury Park… Opening Week 2015! [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWxYDzPcLh0&w=560&h=315]
Jockeys Still Making Moves
In mid-April it was reported here that Ry Eikleberry, last year’s leading rider, would not return to Shakopee to defend that title. He did leave wiggle room though: “Things can always change…….,” Ry said. Apparently they have, as he is now expected to arrive here early in the week according to agent Chad Anderson, who […]