Meadowlands Media Relations
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – When racing
resumes at The Meadowlands Friday (Sept. 10) night at 6:20 p.m., bettors have
much to look forward to as seven highly competitive $20,000 divisions of the Kindergarten
Series for 2-year-olds of each sex and gait will create opportunities for
players, especially those who like to play the 20-cent Pick-6.
The wager figures to have plenty of
money in the pool, as last Saturday, the Pick-6 saw no winning tickets. That
has created a carryover of $9,776 heading into Friday. The last time there was
a P6 carryover, over $40,000 in “new money” was added to a carryover of
$10,855, creating a total pool of almost $52,000. Those who correctly selected
all six winners collected a handsome $2,720, even though the sequence featured
three favorites and no horse who was sent to the gate at odds longer than 3-1.
The wager could prove to be a gem for
players, as the pool could once again pay out more than it takes in.
How?
The carryover is not subject to the
already low 15 per cent takeout, thus, if there is $60,000 in new money bet,
the “rake” would be only $9,000. You would then add the remaining $51,000 to
the carryover and get a total of just a hair under $61,000, approximately
$1,000 more than the total wagered, which is a “negative takeout.”
The Pick-6 begins in race eight on
the 13-race card and free past performances for all Meadowlands programs are
available by going to playmeadowlands.com.
The Kindergarten Series will have
legs three (Sept. 17), four (Sept. 24) and five (Nov. 6) before the finals and
consolations will be contested on Nov. 13 for total purses that are estimated
at $700,000.
$100,000 GUARANTEED: Each live racing night, both 50-cent
Pick-4s will offer a guaranteed pool of $50,000. The wager is offered on races
6-9 and 10-13.
WHO WILL DRINK FROM THE CUP? Simulcast patrons who love
high-powered, stakes-caliber harness racing will be following the action from
Woodbine Mohawk Park on Saturday night with great interest, as the 7/8ths-mile
oval hosts Canada’s richest harness race, the $1-million North America Cup for
3-year-olds on the pace.
The 13-race card begins at 7 p.m.,
with The Cup slated to go as race 11 at 10:42 p.m.
The Cup has a superb field of 10 with
the top two favorites off good-looking elimination wins.
Perfect Sting scored in 1:49.4 for
driver Dave Miller and trainer Joe Holloway last week. The second-place
Meadowlands Pace finisher (as the favorite) will take on Bulldog Hanover, the
Ontario Sire Stakes Gold standout, who won his elim in 1:49 for Jody Jamieson
and John Darling.
Also on the card is the $392,000
Peaceful Way for 2-year-old filly trotters (featuring Venerable), $240,000
Goodtimes for 3-year-olds on the trot (where Fashion Frenzie takes on
Dancinginthedark M), $425,000 Fan Hanover for 3-year-old pacing fillies (Fire
Star Hanover vs. Hot Mess Express) and $640,000 Wellwood for trotting
2-year-olds (King Of The North vs. Periculum). Purses on the card total over
$3.2 million.
After the stakes are over, bettors
will still have much to look forward to as the 13th and final race
on the card will offer a $300,000 carryover on the 20-cent Hi-5, which will
have an overflow field of 12, a mandatory payout and a pool likely to top $1
million.
Watch and wager on the action from
Mohawk this Saturday and every night at The Big M in one of the best simulcast
facilities in the country.
“The Grand Circuit should have an
extraordinary 2021 fall showcase featuring the greatest stars of racing,” said
Meadowlands’ Chief Operating Officer and General Manager Jason Settlemoir.
“Following Saturday’s North America Cup program, the attention will turn to
Delaware [Ohio] for the [Little Brown] Jug [on Sept. 23] before the Metro and
Million back at Mohawk on Sept. 25.
“Many of the top stars you will see
in Ontario and Delaware over the next two weeks will be back at The Meadowlands
to compete for year-end honors later this fall. It’s very exciting for us with
the Breeders Crown coming back to The Big M in October, followed by the
Kindergarten Finals and Fall Final Four/TVG Finals Night in November.
Information on these events are available on our website, playmeadowlands.com.”
LOW TAKEOUTS, HIGH EXPECTATIONS: Here are the popular Meadowlands’
wagers that offer a low 15 percent takeout on a nightly basis:
·
Race 1: 20-cent Pick-5
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Race 3: 20-cent Survivor Pick-7
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Race 6: 50-cent Pick4
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Race 8: 20-cent Pick-6
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Race 10: 50-cent Pick-4
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Race 13: 10-cent Hi-5/Pentafecta
WE’RE IN THE MONEY: Last Saturday’s (Sept. 4) 20-cent
Pick-5 got a handful of players off to good start as those with winning tickets
walked away with $4,546.96 on the wager that spans races 1-5.
WHO DOES BROWER LIKE? For expert selections and analysis of
every Big M card, check out track oddsmaker Dave Brower’s race reviews.
For Brower’s input, which is
generally available 48 before every card, go to playmeadowlands.com, then click on the
“handicapping” tab and go to “race reviews”.
HOW TO GET IN THE GAME: The best way to experience the rush
of racing on the track and at the windows is to go to The Meadowlands, but for
those who can’t make the trip, they can still tune in and get their action.
One of the best ways to watch what’s
happening at The Big M – as well as all other races at venues around the
country and the world – is to get a subscription to Roberts Television Network.
All you need to do is go to rtn.tv for an
affordable way to bring the action to your desktop, laptop, TV, smart phone or
other device.
A good way to get your bets in is to
use the Television Games Network (tvg.com) or your
favorite Advance Deposit Wagering (ADW) site.
TRICK OR TWEET: Everything Meadowlands is available
by going on Twitter. You can check in with the Big M team for early changes,
racing information and staff selections by going to @themeadowlands or
#playbigm.
On race nights, stay in touch with
Jessica Otten (@JessicaOtten1), Dave Brower (@eedoogie), Dave Little
(@DaveLittleBigM), Ken Warkentin (@kenvoiceover) and Edison Hatter
(@Edison_1999_).
CHECK OUT THE SHOW: On live race nights, tune in to Big M
TV’s “Racing from the Meadowlands” pre-game presentation at 5:47 p.m., which is
generally available everywhere Meadowlands races can be seen.
The show provides notes, news,
features, staff selections and a look at that evening’s marquee races.
SATURDAYS ARE SPECIAL: The special events are plentiful
during September at The Big M, where something super is in store every Saturday
night. For further information on the following events, go to playmeadowlands.com:
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Sept. 11: 5th annual
Beer Fest
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Sept. 18: 6th annual Burger Battle
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Sept. 25: Chili Cook-Off
THE CHALLENGE IS ON! Owner Marvin Katz and the
Libfeld/Katz Breeding Partnership started the Breeders Crown Charity Challenge
in 2019 with hopes of strengthening community and racing relations.
The 2021 Challenge seeks to raise
awareness of the positive contributions harness racing makes in the Tri-State
area, especially New Jersey.
To date, over $400,000 has been
donated to the following charities: New Jersey Pandemic Relief Fund, Encourage
Kids Foundation, Special Olympics New Jersey and the John Theuer Cancer Center.
For all information regarding the
Breeders Crown Charity Challenge, go to this link: https://harnessracingupdate.com/2021/09/03/charity-begins-at-home/
ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL? The National Football League season
kicks off Thursday (Sept. 9) night at 8:20 p.m. as the Dallas Cowboys head to
Tampa Bay to take on seven-time champion Tom Brady and the Buccaneers.
Can’t make it to Florida? Then enjoy
the game at The FanDuel Sportsbook, located inside the grandstand at The
Meadowlands. The book is the top facility of its type in the country.
Like to bet? The Bucs are an 8½-point
favorite at odds of -105. For those who prefer betting money lines, Tampa Bay
is -390.
On Sunday, the New York Jets (+5 at
-104, +198 money line) travel to Carolina to face former quarterback Sam
Darnold and the Panthers at 1 p.m.
The Philadelphia Eagles (+3, +134)
will be in Atlanta for a 1 p.m. kickoff with the Falcons while the Denver
Broncos will come to East Rutherford for a 4 p.m. game with the New York Giants
(+2½ at +104, +134).
Sports betting enthusiasts can get in
on all the action at “The Book” Sunday-Friday from 10 a.m.-midnight and
Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 a.m. The cash counter is open from 10 a.m.-11 p.m.
