Since the early 1960’s, King T. Leatherbury has dominated thoroughbred horseracing in his home state of Maryland. Rarely venturing outside of the state, Leatherbury has become a racing legend who is closing in on 6,500 career wins. It was announced in 2015 that Leatherbury would be inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, and he is […] Continue Reading
Frank Whiteley, Jr. Horse Trainer
The 49-year thoroughbred training career of Frank Whiteley, Jr. is almost beyond compare in the sport of horseracing. The Hall of Fame legend trained some of the most successful horses of all time including the great Ruffian. To this day Whiteley’s training influence can be found in how horses are managed and cared for. Frank Whiteley was born in 1915 […] Continue Reading
Trainer Profile : Charlie Whittingham
Few men have had more influence on the careers of racehorse trainers than the legendary Charlie Whittingham. As you read through the horse trainer profiles on EZ Horse Betting you will note that many present-day trainers began their careers under the tutelage of Whittingham or cite him as a strong influence. Considered one of the true legends of horseracing, Charlie […] Continue Reading
Trainer Profile : Dale Romans
One of the more popular thoroughbred trainers of the last few years is Dale Romans. While Romans has received a lot of attention recently, like many successful horsemen he has been laboring along in the sport of horseracing for quite a while. Dale Romans seems to personify a never-give-up mentality that is critical to success in the conditioning of racehorses. […] Continue Reading
Trainer Profile : Todd Pletcher
Even if the Kentucky Derby is the only horse race you watch all year long and you consider yourself only a tepid fan of the sport, chances are you are familiar with the name Todd Pletcher. Over the past few years, Todd Pletcher has arguably been the most successful trainer in horseracing. His ultra-successful racing stable regularly sends horses to […] Continue Reading
Trainer Profile : William I. “Bill” Mott
Bill Mott will forever be known as the conditioner and horse trainer of one of the most successful thoroughbred racehorses of all time, the legendary Cigar. Because of his numerous accomplishments in the sport, Bill Mott became the youngest trainer ever inducted into the National Racing Hall of Fame in 1998 at the age of 45. Known as a turf […] Continue Reading
Trainer Profile : D. Wayne Lukas
Few modern horse trainers in horseracing have achieved the success garnered by legendary horseman D. Wayne Lukas. Known for his Stetson hats and plain-spoken manner, Lukas has strolled the paddocks of America’s greatest racetracks with horses such as Charismatic, Thunder Gulch, and Grindstone. With 17 Breeder’s Cup wins to his credit, Lukas is the winningest trainer to ever saddle a horse […] Continue Reading
Trainer Profile : Bob Baffert
Few trainers in horseracing display the flair of Bob Baffert. His matinee idol looks and style make him an instantly recognizable face in the sport. Don’t let the outer appearance fool you, however. Baffert is a talented horseman that has worked his way up from the lowest levels of horseracing to the biggest racing events on the calendar. The horses […] Continue Reading
Trainer Profile — Steve Asmussen
Steve Asmussen is one of the most polarizing figures in professional horseracing, but whether one loves him or hates him does not change the fact that Asmussen has consistently posted one of the highest winning percentages in the sport. The Asmussen family has been involved in horseracing for many years. Steve’s parents, Keith and Marilyn, were also trainers and his […] Continue Reading