Calder Handle

[Bigsmc]

Originally Posted by SentToStud

As of yesterday, there was no purse agreement between the horsemen and Calder. In this situation, the horsemen have the right to deny Calder taking or sending simulcast wagering from or to other outlets. I assume there still is no deal and the horsemen exercised their right.

Thanks Bruce.

[3kings]

The Blood Horse reported that the Calder signal was only allowed in in-state OTB's, and no ADW's. So to compare the handle it last year is totally worthless.

[pweizer]

Originally Posted by 3kings

The Blood Horse reported that the Calder signal was only allowed in in-state OTB's, and no ADW's. So to compare the handle it last year is totally worthless.

Actually, I think that was the point...

Paul

[3kings]

Originally Posted by pweizer

Actually, I think that was the point...

Paul

I could be wrong but I don't believe the initial post was trying to make that point.

[Bigsmc]

Originally Posted by 3kings

I could be wrong but I don't believe the initial post was trying to make that point.

I didn't either and was glad STS cleared it up for me.

Not all of us are on top of the horseman's contract negotiations with Calder.

[Linny]

The OTB's in NY couldn't take Calder today. It seems a case of biting off one's nose to spite one's face.

[Port Conway Lane]

Originally Posted by pweizer

Actually, I think that was the point...

Paul

You nailed it. I should have added commentary instead of assuming most would have been aware that Calder was mentioned as another track that was affected in the bigger story about Churchill. It seemed unnecessary after Sent To Stud clarified.In any event those numbers are telling.

[SentToStud]

Here's the Bloodhorse story:
http://thoroughbredtimes.com/nationa...-wagering.aspx

And here's how the negotiations could impact the Churchill meet and Oaks/Derby days:
http://thoroughbredtimes.com/nationa...otiations.aspx