"We couldn't be happier," Mandella said after the draw. "It gives him a chance to size the race up. It's actually nice to be outside a little bit and not have to commit too quickly. In his last couple ...

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Churchill Downs’ oddsmaker since 1974, Mike Battaglia announced his retirement Friday. “I’m very appreciative of everyone at Churchill Downs for the opportunity over the years,” Battaglia said in a ...