Thoroughbred Articles
Thursday, 01 October 2026 16:54
“A Good Horse Can Come From Anywhere”: The Matier Family Legacy
For decades, Bill and Shirley Matier have been part of the fabric of Alberta horse racing. First as Thoroughbred trainers and owners, then as breeders, they have bred, raised, trained…
Monday, 14 September 2026 10:58
Queen Astrid Turns Pitchko’s Racing Fortunes Around
Like life, horse racing has its ups and downs. Just ask Al Pitchko. The longtime thoroughbred owner was seriously thinking he wouldn’t attend Friday’s Alberta Thoroughbred Sale in Red Deer…
Tuesday, 08 September 2026 07:00
A Couple of Beers, a $17,000 Yearling and a Horse Named Midnight Moover
Midnight Moover raced neck and neck with the wind in his one and only start because there certainly weren’t any opponents to deal with. On August 29 the two-year-old, who…
Monday, 07 September 2026 06:00
2026 Alberta Breeders' Fall Classic and Canada QH Cup Futurity Promo (video)
This September 12th at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino is the 30th running of the Alberta Breeders' Fall Classic and the Canada QH Cup Futurity - a race card with…
Tuesday, 01 September 2026 17:35
Alberta Breeders’ Fall Classic to Celebrate 30th Running
EDMONTON, AB — The Alberta Breeders’ Fall Classic will celebrate its 30th running on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino, continuing a tradition that has showcased…
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Monday, 31 August 2026 16:41
From Buyer’s Remorse to Stakes Glory for Fireman Dan
Here’s the plan. Claim an off-form horse for $8,500 and win a $100,000 stake six months later. Oh sure. It’s like climbing Mount Everest in sandals or winning the Daytona…
Monday, 24 August 2026 14:17
Quarry Holds Off Big Curl to Capture Canadian Derby
Maybe it was just a matter of time. Texas owner and Manitoba-based Henry Witt Jr. has run in five Canadian Derbies with his longtime trainer Jerry Gourneau. He’s been second…
Tuesday, 18 August 2026 10:01
Western Warrior Leads Deep Canadian Derby Field
Wide open. Saturday’s 97th running of the $200,000 Canadian Derby at Century Mile is more wide open than the arms of family members greeting soldiers home. “I’ve seen a lot…
Monday, 17 August 2026 06:00
97th Running of the Canadian Derby Promo (video)
The Century Casino Oaks, The Northlands Park Distaff, Dale "The Colonel" Saunders Speed To Spare Championship and the 97th running of the Canadian Derby - four of the biggest stake…
Monday, 27 July 2026 11:14
Derby Picture Sharpens After Tisum Thriller
The old saying simply isn’t true. Sometimes nice guys don’t finish last. Dave Nicholson proved that again on Friday night at Century Mile. Named the inaugural Alan Bott Memorial for…
Tuesday, 21 July 2026 08:00
Rain Leaves Count Lathum Picture Clouded
Undecided. That’s about all that anyone knows about Friday’s $50,000 Count Lathum stakes - one of two stakes races that were called off late Saturday night at Century Mile because…
Wednesday, 15 July 2026 08:00
Big Hug Cruises As Sunbird Finds His Wings
What an upset. What an amazing, incredulous result. Where did that come from? No. Sorry. Big Hug’s victory in Monday night’s R.K. ‘Red’ Smith Handicap at Century Mile was the…
Monday, 13 July 2026 00:00
The Sonoma Handicap and the Count Latham Handicap Promo (video, 2026)
The Sonoma Handicap and the Count Latham Handicap Saturday, July 18, 2026 at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino, Edmonton.
Tuesday, 07 July 2026 00:00
The Red Smith Handicap and the Century Mile Handicap Promo (video, 2026)
The Red Smith Handicap and the Century Mile Handicap Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino, Edmonton.
Monday, 06 July 2026 14:32
Rainbow’s Pride Turns $20,000 Claim Into Stakes Sensation
Horse racing isn’t supposed to be this easy. You don’t claim a horse for the first time and then have it win back to back stakes races unless you’re talking…
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