Maryland Million Lassie
| Restricted State-bred Stakes race | |
| Location |
Laurel Park Racecourse, Laurel, Maryland,  United States  |
|---|---|
| Inaugurated | 1986 |
| Race type | Thoroughbred - Flat racing |
| Website |
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| Race information | |
| Distance | (7 furlongs) |
| Surface | Dirt |
| Track | left-handed |
| Qualification | Two-year-old fillies |
| Purse | $101,000 (2009) |
Maryland Million Lassie is an American Thoroughbred horse race held annually in October since 1986 primarily at Laurel Park Racecourse in Laurel, Maryland or at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. To be eligible for the Maryland Million Nursery, a horse must be sired by a stallion who stands in Maryland. Due to that restriction the race is classified as a non-graded or "listed" stakes race and is not eligible for grading by the American Graded Stakes Committee.
The race is part of Maryland Million Day, a 12-race program held in mid October that was the creation of renowned television sports journalist Jim McKay. The "Maryland Million" is the first State-Bred showcase event ever created. Since 1986, 27 other events in 20 states have imitaded the showcase and its structure.[1]
At its inception in 1986 the race was run at one mile. In 1987 and 1989 through 1992, 2001, 2002, and 2004 the race was run at 6 furlongs. In addition to the prize money, the winning owner receives a Maryland Million Waterford Crystal bowl.
In its 30th running in 2015, the race was restricted to those horses who were sired by a stallion who stands in the state of Maryland. Both the entrant horse and their stallion had to be nominated to the Maryland Million program.
Records
Speed record:
- 6 furlongs : 1:11.04 - Jonesin for Jerry (2013)
- 7 furlongs : 1:23.80 - Prospector's Fuel (1994)
Most wins by an owner:
- 2 - Hal C. B. Clagett (1990, 1992)
- 2 - R. Larry Johnson (2010, 2014)
Most wins by a jockey:
- 3 - Ramon Dominguez (2000, 2001, 2003 & 2005)
- 3 - Julian Pimentel (2006, 2010, 2014)
Most wins by a trainer:
- 3 - Mike Trombetta (2006, 2010, 2014)
- 2 - H. Graham Motion (2000 & 2001)
- 2 - John J. Robb (1990 & 1992)
Winners of the Maryland Million Lassie
| Yr |
Winner |
Age |
Jockey |
Trainer |
Owner |
Dist. |
Time |
Purse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Lexington Street | 2 | Jevian Toledo | Gary Capuano | Marathon Farms | 6 fur. | 1:11.13 | $100,000 |
| 2014 | My Magician | 2 | Julian Pimentel | Mike Trombetta | R. Larry Johnson | 6 fur. | 1:12.11 | $100,000 |
| 2013 | Jonesin for Jerry | 2 | Abel Castellano, Jr. | John Robb | Hidden Hill Farm | 6 fur. | 1:11.04 | $100,000 |
| 2012 | Classy Coco | 2 | M. Rispoli | T. Houghton | Michael Cox | 6 fur. | 1:13.34 | $100,000 |
| 2011 | Bluegrass Atatude | 2 | Jorge F. Chavez | John E. Salzman, Jr. | All the Above Racing | 6 fur. | 1:12.45 | $100,000 |
| 2010 | Doing Great | 2 | Julian Pimentel | Michael J. Trombetta | R. Larry Johnson | 7 fur. | 1:12.06 | $100,000 |
| 2009 | Lil Liara | 2 | Carlos Marquez, Jr. | Cathal Lynch | Smith & Kokomo Stable | 7 fur. | 1:11.82 | $100,000 |
| 2008 | Miss Charm City | 2 | H. A. Karamanos | Carlos A. Garcia | James Glenn | 7 fur. | 1:26.11 | $150,000 |
| 2007 | Love for Not | 2 | Stewart Elliott | Kevin G. Sleeter | Golden Dome Stables | 7 fur. | 1:26.11 | $125,000 |
| 2006 | Spectacular Malibu | 2 | Julian Pimentel | Michael J. Trombetta | Country Life Farm | 7 fur. | 1:25.30 | $125,000 |
| 2005 | Smart and Fancy | 2 | Ramon A. Dominguez | Anthony W. Dutrow | Win and Place Stable | 7 fur. | 1:25.98 | $100,000 |
| 2004 | Hear Us Roar | 2 | L. Garcia | Francis P. Campitelli | Rosalee C. Davidson | 6 fur. | 1:11.61 | $100,000 |
| 2003 | Richetta | 2 | Ramon A. Dominguez | Robin L. Graham | Elk Manor Farm | 7 fur. | 1:24.33 | $100,000 |
| 2002 | Object of Virtue | 2 | Craig Perret | Gregory D. Foley | Leslie D. Linkenhoker | 6 fur. | 1:13.72 | $100,000 |
| 2001 | Night Breeze | 2 | Ramon A. Dominguez | H. Graham Motion | Lazy Lane Farms, Inc. | 6 fur. | 1:11.85 | $100,000 |
| 2000 | Your Out | 2 | Ramon A. Dominguez | H. Graham Motion | Eugene F. Ford | 7 fur. | 1:24.11 | $100,000 |
| 1999 | Gin Talking | 2 | Mark T. Johnston | Hamilton A. Smiyh | Skeedattle Associates | 7 fur. | 1:24.80 | $100,000 |
| 1998 | Perfect Challenge | 2 | C. Omar Clinger | Linda Albert | 3-B Stables | 7 fur. | 1:26.20 | $100,000 |
| 1997 | Maragold Princess | 2 | Edgar S. Prado | Todd A. Pletcher | Michael Cascio | 7 fur. | 1:26.80 | $100,000 |
| 1996 | Lovely Tasha | 2 | Rick Wilson | Benjamin W. Perkins | New Farm & M.Boskin | 7 fur. | 1:24.80 | $100,000 |
| 1995 | Mystic Rhythms | 2 | Joe Bravo | John F. Dowd | Just for Fun Stable | 7 fur. | 1:24.40 | $100,000 |
| 1994 | Prospector's Fuel | 2 | Mario Pino | William Donovan | Colossal Stable | 7 fur. | 1:23.80 | $100,000 |
| 1993 | Lady Beaumont | 2 | F. Castillo | Ronald Alfano | Mrs. J. W. Y. Martin, Jr. | 7 fur. | 1:25.20 | $100,000 |
| 1992 | Carnirainbow | 2 | Greg W. Hutton | John J. Robb | Hal C. B. Clagett | 6 fur. | 1:12.60 | $100,000 |
| 1991 | Missy White Oak | 2 | Julie Krone | Charles J. Hadry | Meeting House Farm | 6 fur. | 1:12.60 | $100,000 |
| 1990 | Ameri Allen | 2 | A. Delgado | John J. Robb | Hal C. B. Clagett | 6 fur. | 1:13.40 | $100,000 |
| 1989 | She's a Champ | 2 | Mike Luzzi | Harold A. Allen | Search's Haven | 6 fur. | 1:11.80 | $100,000 |
| 1988 | Ms. Gold Pole | 2 | Julie Krone | John H. Forbes | R. J. Trancone | 7 fur. | 1:24.00 | $100,000 |
| 1987 | Thirty Eight Go Go | 2 | Chris McCarron | King T. Leatherbury | K. T. Leatherbury, Inc. | 6 fur. | 1:12.60 | $100,000 |
| 1986 | Smart Halo | 2 | Don Seymour | James E. Day | Sam-Son Farm | 1 mile | 1:39.60 | $100,000 |
See also
References
- ↑ Maryland Million 2008, October 4, Laurel Park, Official Souvenir Guide for 23rd Running, page 4 and 5.