May Cover
Georganne Hale: a key player at Maryland tracks
As director of racing at Laurel and Pimlico, Hale is credited with helping Maryland racing remain competitive in a harsh economic climate.
Story by Joe Clancy Jr. Page 18

Dr. Philip J. Torsney, long-successful owner/breeder, holds special place at Monmouth Park
“ When you have a winner, there’s nothing like it,” says 76-year-old physician whose best performers have included the mighty Horatius.
Story by Ryan Goldberg. Page 22

Maryland’s classic pride and joy
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Preakness victory by homegrown hero Deputed Testamony.
Story by Cindy Deubler. Page 28

NEWSMAKER
First Saturday in May: Documentary follows six horses, including ill-fated Barbaro, on the 2006 Triple Crown trail.
Page 56


Lead story

Georganne Hale: cool woman in the hot seat at Maryland tracks

As director of racing at Laurel and Pimlico, Hale is credited with helping Maryland racing remain competitive in a harsh economic climate.........more
Story by Joe Clancy Jr.
Photographs by Jim McCue