Cal Expo: New Year brings added simulcast action

Legislation that took effect January 1 allows a full card of international harness simulcasting to Cal Expo patrons.

The new law is applicable on nights of live racing only and California fans can now look forward to harness action from Woodbine Mohawk Park every Friday and Saturday evening.

“We are very pleased to offer the world class Woodbine Mohawk Park product to our California patrons,” said Cal Expo General Manager Chris Schick. “This quality product with large pools and low minimums will nicely compliment our nightly Meadowlands imports.

“We are also pleased to have talented Toronto handicapper Garnet Barnsdale aboard each week to follow trends and horses to watch.”

Garnet’s nightly analysis of Woodbine Mohawk Park is available at DRF.com/harness.

There are two wagers offered here nightly with a reduced 16 percent takeout rate. They are the 50-cent Pick 5, which begins on the first race; and the 20-cent Pick 4.

The Pick 4 guaranteed pools have now been raised, with a $30,000 guarantee on Fridays and a $40,000 guarantee on Saturdays.

-edited release (Cal Expo)