Thursday, May 28 2009
JIM BISHOP (1953-2009), TRACK HANDICAPPER AT SUFFOLK DOWNS
REVERE, MA - James “Jim” Bishop, long-time track handicapper and publicist at Suffolk Downs, died Sunday from cancer at his home in Revere, MA. He was 56.
Bishop’s handicapping analysis in the track program has been read with great interest by the Suffolk Downs faithful for most of the last two decades. Affectionately known as “Bish,” he began his career at the East Boston oval in the 1970s working at the test barn. He set the morning-line odds for a period of time in the 1980s and served as a chart caller for Equibase at both Suffolk Downs and Rockingham Park in the early 1990s.
Sunday, May 03 2009
Bocachica, Thompson Star on Opening Day at Suffolk Downs
EAST BOSTON, MA – Jockeys Winston Thompson and Orlando Bocachica each won three races on the nine-race Opening Day card at Suffolk Downs before an enthusiastic Kentucky Derby Day crowd of 16,336.
Bocachica started off the day with an 11-¼ length score aboard Pop Rocket ($6.80) in the opener. He took the third race in front-running fashion with Red Magic ($5.40). In the sixth race, Bocachica finished in a dead heat for first aboard BL's Metropolitan ($2.80). All three victories came for the owner and trainer combination of Michael Gill and Marcus Vitali, who teamed up for a fourth win on the card with jockey Laurent Beaucamp and Touch a Prince ($6.20) in the day’s fifth race.
Friday, May 01 2009
Suffolk Downs Opens Tomorrow, Kentucky Derby Day
EAST BOSTON, MA - Opening Day of the 2009 live racing season at Suffolk Downs is tomorrow, Kentucky Derby Day. Gates open at 10 a.m. First post time for the nine-race program is 1:15 p.m.
In addition to live racing, the track will simulcast the 135th running of the Kentucky Derby from Churchill Downs.
Wednesday, April 29 2009
Suffolk Downs Opens This Saturday, Kentucky Derby Day
EAST BOSTON, MA - Opening Day of the 2009 live racing season at Suffolk Downs is this Saturday, May 2, Kentucky Derby Day. Gates open at 10 a.m. First post time for the nine-race program is 1:15 p.m.
In addition to live racing, the track will simulcast the 135th running of the Kentucky Derby from Churchill Downs. Wagering on the Kentucky Derby will be available both Friday and Saturday.
Tuesday, April 28 2009
SUFFOLK DOWNS ANNOUNCES RACING SCHEDULE, SPECIAL EVENTS
EAST BOSTON, MA – The 2009 live racing season at Suffolk Downs will consist of 101 racing days, the track announced today as it introduced its complete racing schedule, several special events and its “Commitment to Community” program for the upcoming meet, which begins Saturday, May 2.
The “Commitment to Community” program, which commences on Opening Day, will feature a series of Saturdays celebrating individuals and organizations that make a positive difference in eight surrounding communities: East Boston, Revere, Winthrop, Chelsea, Everett, Lynn, Saugus and Salem.
Friday, April 24 2009
SUFFOLK DOWNS ANNOUNCES RACING SCHEDULE, SPECIAL EVENTS
EAST BOSTON, MA - The 2009 live racing season at Suffolk Downs will consist of 101 racing days, the track announced today as it introduced its complete racing schedule, several special events and its “Commitment to Community” program for the upcoming meet, which begins Saturday, May 2.
The “Commitment to Community” program, which commences on Opening Day, will feature a series of Saturdays celebrating individuals and organizations that make a positive difference in eight surrounding communities: East Boston, Revere, Winthrop, Chelsea, Everett, Lynn, Saugus and Salem.
Wednesday, March 25 2009
This Saturday…Dubai World Cup and Florida Derby
Join us this Saturday for the Dubai World Cup!
Complimentary coffee and pastries from 9:15-11:00 a.m.
Join us this Saturday morning, March 28, for the Dubai World Cup Day program from Nad al Sheba Race Course.
Thursday, November 20 2008
NETWA Announces 2008 Champions and Award Winners
EAST BOSTON, MA - The New England Turf Writers Association has selected its champions and award winners for 2008. The annual awards dinner will take place in July of 2009 during the live racing season at Suffolk Downs. The honorees are:
Friday, November 14 2008
ECONOMY LEADS TO MIXED RESULTS FOR SUFFOLK DOWNS’ 2008 MEET
EAST BOSTON, MA - Suffolk Downs wrapped up its 2008 racing season with declines in live wagering and attendance and an increase in all-sources handle, track officials announced today.
On-track handle for the 102-day live meet was down 7% from last year, as was attendance. All-sources handle was up 11% on the strength of 13% growth in transmitted handle.
Wednesday, November 05 2008
Phantom Gourmet Beer & Food Phest at Suffolk Downs
Join us on the final day of the 2008 live racing season at Suffolk Downs, Saturday, November 8, for the Phantom Gourmet Beer & Food Phest. From the producers of the Phantom Gourmet Food Festival and the BBQ Beach Party comes the biggest and best beer event in Boston history.
Monday, November 03 2008
SUFFOLK DOWNS CANCELS MONDAY’S CARD
EAST BOSTON, MA - Suffolk Downs was forced to cancel its live racing program on Monday due to a tote system failure.
Monday's card has been rescheduled for Friday, November 7, pending approval of the State Racing Commission. First post is 12:45.
Wednesday, October 22 2008
CANTER to Hold 3rd Annual “Suffolk Showcase” this Sunday
EAST BOSTON, MA - The Communication Alliance to Network Thoroughbred Ex-Racehorses of New England (CANTER NE), a volunteer group dedicated to finding new careers for racehorses at Suffolk Downs, will hold its 3rd Annual “Suffolk Showcase” in the stable area at Suffolk Downs on Sunday, October 26 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m.
The Showcase is an opportunity for trainers to present horses nearing their retirement from racing to a large group of interested buyers. CANTER NE board members and volunteers will run the event and be available to answer questions from prospective buyers.
