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Many at Pimlico Race Course Saturday, from celebrated trainers to $2 bettors, offered thoughts of what to do with Old Hilltop, the methuselan home of the 138th Preakness Stakes.

Sunday morning D. Wayne Lukas appeared at his barn a bit later than planned but still less than 12 hours after his horse fended off a listless field in an unexpectedly languorous middle leg of the Triple Crown.

Stars, athletes shine at Preakness 2013

A group of friends and family from Elkridge prepared for the Preakness as they have every year for decades. They packed tubs of Rice Krispies treats, shrimp salad, macaroni salad, cashews, soft drinks and a giant bag of Utz chips into their cars and headed to Pimlico Race Course.

Maryland Jockey Club President Tom Chuckas said Saturday that the Preakness brand ¿has changed dramatically¿ in the last few years, citing an attendance bump in the infield celebration and increased security all around the racetrack.

Reporters in Baltimore think Kentucky Derby winner Orb will go on to Belmont with a chance for the Triple Crown

Want a tip on this Saturday's Preakness? "In these big races, it's all about the horse that's peaking," J. William Boniface says, giving Orb's recent win in the Kentucky Derby as an example.

See the horses expected to run in the 13 races on 2013 Preakness Day, as well as comments from Pimlico Race Course handicapper Frank Carulli.

The sport of kings is not without its challenges, but as the Preakness approaches, Maryland's racing industry is more stable and confident than it's been in years.

Baltimore County native finally has a horse running in the Preakness

Before they ever officially became racehorses, they were just two of eight horses in a field on the Kentucky farm where they were born. Shortly after being weaned from their mothers, they were given their own paddock to roam at bucolic Claiborne Farm outside of Lexington, Ky.

Now in its fifth year, 'Infieldfest' has quickly — and significantly — changed the culture at Preakness

This year, the Maryland Jockey Club is trying spice up the Preakness brand, and they've brought in "Top Chef" alumnus Mike Isabella to create the menus for the Turfside Terrace, where guests pay $315 for spectacular finish-line views, and for the Preakness Village, where corporations entertain on grand and semi-grand scales.

Jockeys John Velazquez and Ramon Dominguez call for racetracks to provide increased insurance for long-term disability in cases of injury.

Gabby Gaudet, the new handicapper at Pimlico and Laurel Park, puts a new face on Maryland racing

Napravnik, a rising national star, began her career as a 17-year-old in Maryland

Kentucky Derby winner Orb unlikely to face full 14-horse field

Maryland Jockey Club owner Frank Stronach has the stability and funds needed to invest in Baltimore's track but is not prepared to reveal his plans

Ticket sales for the 2013 Preakness are up 10 percent compared to a year ago, suggesting this year's race could see attendance rise for the fourth straight year and top the record of 121,309 set in 2012.

Northern Baltimore County resident Stuart Janney III tried to avoid the Kentucky Derby fanfare but found himself the center of attention after his horse Orb won.

The object of the Pons' trip is the 3-year-old colt Orb, the 7-2 morning line favorite among the field of 20 entered in the world's most famous horse race.

When his first Kentucky Derby horse, Orb, was named the favorite Wednesday night, Stuart S. Janney the III was not there to raise his hands triumphantly for the cameras.

The Maryland Jockey Club has unveiled enhanced security plans for the 138th Preakness in the wake of the recent deadly bombings at the Boston Marathon.

The Maryland Jockey Club has unveiled enhanced security plans for the 138th Preakness Stakes in the wake of recent deadly bombings at the Boston Marathon.

There probably won¿t be many complaints about the new carry-in restrictions that the Maryland Jockey Club will institute for this year's Preakness 2013 weekend.

Revive Maryland horse racing? Start with a downtown track and night racing

Security at Pimlico's historic Preakness barn will be heightened this year, a move that comes amid renewed concern about doping and horse safety in the sport over the past year.

A visibly increased police presence greeted Orioles fans Tuesday as they ventured to Camden Yards for Baltimore's first major sporting event since the previous day's deadly bombings at the Boston Marathon.

DJ and producer Afrojack will open the main stage music lineup at this year's Preakness InfieldFest on May 18, the Maryland Jockey Club announced Friday.

For the first time in years, Pimlico is poised to become more than an off-track betting center kept together only enough to host the Preakness.

Preakness 2013: Towson University student Gaudet to replace Carulli at Pimlico, Laurel

Top Chef Mike Isabella is creating the menus for the corporate and VIP tents at the Preakness this year.

Alternative rock group Chevelle, Nashville country duo Florida-Georgia Line and Philadelphia-based cover band Kristen and the Noise will perform on the Jagermeister Stage at this year's Preakness InfieldFest on May 18, the Maryland Jockey Club announced.

Maryland should have seen the rash of deaths at its throughbred tracks coming; in fact, it did. But regulators were still too slow to react to the changed circumstances

Ten horses were injured and euthanized at Laurel Park over six weeks earlier this year, prompting the state to investigate why the rate of deaths at the racetrack had spiked so dramatically and suddenly.

The Goo Goo Dolls Preakness Eve concert is part of the People's Pink Party, a partnership between Pimlico and Susan G. Komen for the Cure. It occurs the same day as the Black-Eyed Susan Stakes.

One of Top 40's consistent acts and a rising hip-hop star will perform May 18 at Pimlico Race Course.

Every Monday, Baltimore Sun blogger and reporter Matt Vensel will rank the most significant athletes and events in Baltimore sports that week based on accomplishments on and off the field. Because, well, why not?

Maryland's aggressive maneuvering to regain horse racing business lost to neighboring states moved forward Tuesday with a proposal to restructure purse allocations and divert more money to local horses.

As the Maryland Jockey Club charts its future, the immediate focus appears to be on revitalizing Laurel Park, not Pimlico.

On Monday, the realization began to set in for Baltimore-area residents that the Ravens' victory in the Super Bowl on Sunday night was something they would remember for the rest of their lives.

Owners submit plan to refresh Pimlico and Laurel, but details are not yet public

Maryland horse racing has found stability, but must take steps to thrive

Jockey Rosie Napravnik (Hereford) closed out a career-best season Dec. 31, securing the highest spot ever for a female jockey on the North American leader board.

After years of haggling, Maryland's racing interests struck two major deals in a matter of a few days

Gov. Martin O'Malley announced Friday that the horse industry in Maryland has reached a 10-year deal to guarantee continuous racing at Pimlico Race Course and Laurel Park, an agreement that promises 146 days of live contests in 2013.

Maryland Racing Commission not concerned with passing of Nov. 30 deadline