NYRA denies stalls, bars Matties

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Isn't this typical of what the TRBP did to the seven riders that were suspended for "irregular betting patterns." It's been almost two years and no evidence has been produced but most of these riders still are prevented from plying their trade.

Don't know any of the facts here because the TRBP never presents any facts. The take punitive action, claim that they can't say anything because the matter is being investigated and the people involved have their careers ruined.

We all want a clean game but you have to wonder about the people that are in charge of monitoring the game. How is the Matteis family with a trainer and two brothers that bet a lot of money any different than Barry Schwartz who is partners with Ernie Dahlman who not only bets more money than Matteis but owns a big chunk of a rebate shope himself.

Just mention "New Yokr Billy" to the TRBP and they break out into a cold sweat.