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FAS Rulings for Friday, February 20, 2026

NOTABLES:

DEYERMAND, CORY G YOUNGSTOWN, OH YOB 1989

Nfld on 12/30/2025 FINED: $1,000
FULL - 15 DAYS, 2/15/2026 THRU 3/1/2026
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 7, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION

POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
Blood sample #962182 collected at Northfield Park on 12/30/2025 from the horse Oblivion
Express was tested by the Ohio Department of Agriculture ATL and was found to contain
Mepivacaine a class 2 drug. Additionally urine sample #926182 was found to contain 3-
hydroxymepivacaine at a concentration of 131+/-20 nanograms per milliliter of urine. This
exceeds the regulatory threshold of 10 nanograms per milliliter adopted by the OSRC for 3-
hydroxymepivacaine in equine urine. Mr. Deyermand waived his rights to a split sample,
DNA, and a hearing. This is Mr. Deyermand second positive test in the last 365 days. He is
hereby fined $1000 and 60 day full suspension. Oblivion Express is disqualified and as a
result of that disqualification all purse money must be returned for redistribution ($4500.00).
If this ruling is not appealed the penalty will be reduced to a $1000 fine and a 15 day full
suspension and return of purse (with 45 day full suspension stayed pending no positives in
the next 365 days) Aggravating factors were considered in determining this penalty.
O.S.R.C.-3769-18-01-(A)(10,13,15,16) 3769-18-02 3769-17-43.The fine and purse has
been paid. During his suspension Mr. Deyermand is barred from all grounds governed by
the OSRC. Any horses under his care that he wants to transfer to anther owner or trainer
must be approved by the judges in Ohio.

 

GRUBB, TIMOTHY J CARDINGTON, OH YOB 1977

DTN on 11/8/2025 FINED: $1,000
FULL - 60 DAYS, 2/16/2026 THRU 4/16/2026
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 8, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
OSRC 3769-18-01-A(1,10,13,15,16), 3769-18-02, 3769-17-43, 3769-17-30. Urine sample
#937511 was tested by the Ohio Department of Agriculture ATL and was found to contain
3-Methoxytyramine, a Class 2 drug, at a concentration level of 17.3 micrograms per milliliter
of urine, which exceeds the Regulatory threshold of 4 micrograms per milliliter of urine that
was adopted by the OSRC. Urine sample #937511 was provided by #6 Cadillac Bayama
who finished 1st in race 4 on 11/8/25 at Dayton Raceway, and was trained by Mr. Grubb.
Mr. Grubb did request a split sample that was confirmed. Mr. Grubb waived his rights to a
hearing. This is Mr. Grubb`s first medication violation in the last 365 days. #6 is disqualified
and placed 8th and the purse earnings of $5500 are ordered to be returned to Dayton
Raceway within 10 days of this ruling, to be redistributed accordingly. Mr. Grubb is fined
$1000 and given a 365 day full suspension. The penalty will be reduced to a $1000 fine and
a 60 day full suspension (2/16/26-4/16/26) with 305 days held in obeyance provided Mr.
Grubb does not have any other Class 1 or 2 penalties during that time period. The $1000
fine is due within 10 days of this ruling. During his suspension, Mr. Grubb is denied the use
and privileges of all the grounds sanctioned by the OSRC. All horses owned and/or trained
by Mr. Grubb may only be transferred by permission of the Judges in Ohio or the OSRC.
Mr. Grubb has 48 hours to appeal this decision to the OSRC.

SHORT, ADAM B XENIA, OH YOB 1987

MVR on 1/11/2026 FINED: $1,000
FULL - 15 DAYS, 2/23/2026 THRU 3/9/2026
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 8, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
OSRC 3769-18-01-A(1,4d,10,13,15,16), 3769-18-02, 3769-17-43. Blood sample #938038
was tested by the Ohio Department of Agriculture ATL and was found to show a TCO2
concentration of 42.48 millimoles per liter of serum, a Class 3 category, which exceeds the
Regulatory threshold of 37 millimoles per liter of serum that was adopted by the OSRC.
Blood sample #938038 was provided by #6 General Idea, who finished 1st in race 10 on
1/11/26 at MVR, and was trained by Mr. Short. #6 is disqualified and placed 8th. This is Mr.
Short`s first medication violation in the last 365 days. Mr. Short waived his rights to a
hearing. Mr. Short is fined $1000 and given a 30 day full suspension, the penalty will be
reduced to a $1000 fine and a 15 day full suspension (02/23/26-03/09/26) if not appealed,
and the purse earnings of $8750 are ordered to be returned to MVR to be redistributed
accordingly. The purse earnings and the fine are to be paid within 10 days of this ruling.
During his suspension Mr. Short is denied the use and privileges of all the grounds
sanctioned by the OSRC. Horses owned and/or trained by Mr. Short may only be
transferred by permission of the Judges in Ohio or the OSRC. Mr. Short has 48 hours to
appeal this decision to the OSRC.

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FAS Rulings for Friday, February 27, 2026

NOTABLES:

HUSTED, AMY ANDERSON, IN YOB 1996

HoP on 2/19/2026 FINED: $1,000
MEDICATION PROCEDURE VIOLATION
71 IAC 5-3-2(a)(2); 5-3-2(3)(b); 8-1-1.5(3)(b); 8-1-2(a) Trainer Amy Husted was found to be
in violation of the 24-hour administration rule at Hoosier Park on February 19, 2026. Prior to
race 5 the horse PEACE STAR was observed in the Hoosier Park paddock by a licensed
racing official with a foreign substance coming out of his mouth. For this violation Ms.
Husted is fined $1000.00 which is due within seven days of this ruling. Ms. Husted waived
her right to a hearing and accepted the penalty. PEACE STAR was scratched by the
judges.

 

SAUNDERS, BRUCE N HAMILTON, NJ YOB 1944

M on 9/5/2025 FINED: $500...STAYED
FULL - 15 DAYS, 2/21/2026 THRU
3/7/2026...STAYED
HORSE DISQUALIFIED, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION...STAYED
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
Bruce Saunders was the programmed trainer of the horse "CAMERA MAN" when he raced
in the eighth race at The Meadowlands Racetrack on September 5, 2025. Following the
race, "CAMERA MAN" was required to submit blood and urine for analysis. A report from
Industrial Laboratories identified the presence of Betamethasone in the blood above the
allowable limit. At Mr. Saunders` request, split sample testing was performed at an
independent laboratory. These testing results did confirm the presence of Betamethasone.
This is in direct violation of the rules and regulations of the New Jersey Racing
Commission. Mr. Saunders appeared at a hearing before The Board of Judges at The
Meadowlands Racetrack on January 22, 2026. As a result, Mr. Saunders is hereby issued a
full suspension of his New Jersey Racing Commission license for a period of fifteen (15)
days and is fined the sum of five hundred ($500.00) dollars. Said suspension shall begin on
February 21, 2026 and run through March 7, 2026 inclusive. During the period of
suspension, Mr. Saunders is denied access to all grounds that are under the jurisdiction of
the New Jersey Racing Commission. Consistent with N.J.A.C. 13:71-23.7 the horse
"CAMERA MAN" is disqualified from sharing in all purse monies earned on September 5,
2025. The fine associated with this ruling must be received by the New Jersey Racing
Commission on or before March 7, 2026. MMV Points incurred 1/2 point Violation of
N.J.A.C. 13:71-23.1 (a) (b) 14 Violation of N.J.A.C. 13:71-23.6 (a) (b) (c) (d) Violation of
N.J.A.C. 13:71-23.7 (a) (b) (c) (d) Violation of N.J.A.C. 13:71-23.8 (g) 1

Status as of 2/25/2026 - Stay - The New Jersey Racing Commission ("Commission")
is in receipt of a notice of appeal and request for a stay from trainer Bruce Saunders.
By Ruling No. 26MDH6, dated February 3, 2026, trainer Bruce Saunders was issued a
15 day suspension, $500 fine, disqualification of purse and 1/2 Multiple Medication
Violation ("MMV") point by the Board of Judges at Meadowlands Racetrack for
violation of N.J.A.C. 13:71-23.1(a)(b)14, N.J.A.C. 13:71-23.6(a)(b)(c)(d), N.J.A.C. 13:71-
23.7(a)(b)(c)(d) and N.J.A.C. 13:71-23.8(g)1 in connection with a positive test result in
the horse "Camera Man" when it competed in the 8th race at Meadowlands Racetrack
on September 5, 2025. The Acting Executive Director, having considered the request
for a stay, hereby grants a stay of the penalties pending a final determination by the
Racing Commission. This matter will be transmitted to the Office of Administrative
Law for a de novo hearing. Related ruling: 26MDH6, dated February 3, 2026

 

SHORT, ADAM B XENIA, OH YOB 1987

MVR on 1/11/2026 FINED: $1,000
FULL - 15 DAYS, 2/23/2026 THRU 3/9/2026
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 8, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
OSRC 3769-18-01-A(1,4d,10,13,15,16), 3769-18-02, 3769-17-43. Blood sample #938038
was tested by the Ohio Department of Agriculture ATL and was found to show a TCO2
concentration of 42.48 millimoles per liter of serum, a Class 3 category, which exceeds the
Regulatory threshold of 37 millimoles per liter of serum that was adopted by the OSRC.
Blood sample #938038 was provided by #6 General Idea, who finished 1st in race 10 on
1/11/26 at MVR, and was trained by Mr. Short. #6 is disqualified and placed 8th. This is Mr.
Short`s first medication violation in the last 365 days. Mr. Short waived his rights to a
hearing. Mr. Short is fined $1000 and given a 30 day full suspension, the penalty will be
reduced to a $1000 fine and a 15 day full suspension (02/23/26-03/09/26) if not appealed,
and the purse earnings of $8750 are ordered to be returned to MVR to be redistributed
accordingly. The purse earnings and the fine are to be paid within 10 days of this ruling.
During his suspension Mr. Short is denied the use and privileges of all the grounds
sanctioned by the OSRC. Horses owned and/or trained by Mr. Short may only be
transferred by permission of the Judges in Ohio or the OSRC. Mr. Short has 48 hours to
appeal this decision to the OSRC.

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FAS Rulings for Friday, March 6, 2026

NOTABLES:

GUERTIN, DARRICK G NORTHEAST, MD YOB 1974

RcR on 11/17/2025 FINED: $500
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 8, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
Trainer Darrick Guertin was the trainer of record on horse SEW MUCH SWAG in the 6th
race on November 17th, 2025 at Rosecroft Raceway. Post-race analysis of blood sample
#E722328 taken from SEW MUCH SWAG identified the presence of flunixin at a
concentration of 9.37 ng/mL ± 0.57 ng/mL. The regulatory threshold for this controlled
therapeutic medication is 5 ng/mL. This was identified by Industrial Laboratories, the
primary laboratory of the Maryland Racing Commission. At Mr. Guertin’s request, a split
sample was sent to University of California, Davis for confirmatory analysis. University of
California, Davis also identified flunixin in the sample at a concentration of 8.6 ng/mL ± 0.7
ng/mL, which still exceeds the regulatory threshold of 5 ng/mL. As a result, Mr. Guertin
shall be fined $500.00 and must return all purse monies. Additionally, SEW MUCH SWAG
is disqualified, finishing 1st and placed 8th; and there shall be a purse redistribution. All
purse monies must be returned within 72 hours of this issuance, and all fines are due within
ten (10) days of the ruling. COMAR: 09.10.03.04.B. 1/2 Multiple Medication Violation
(MMV) point assessed.

RcR on 11/24/2025 HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 9, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
Trainer Darrick Guertin was the trainer of record on horse SEW MUCH SWAG in the 9th
race on November 24th, 2025 at Rosecroft Raceway. Post-race analysis of blood sample
#E722359 taken from SEW MUCH SWAG identified the presence of flunixin at a
concentration of 11.2 ng/mL ± 0.58 ng/mL. The regulatory threshold for this controlled
therapeutic medication is 5 ng/mL. This was identified by Industrial Laboratories, the
primary laboratory of the Maryland Racing Commission. At Mr. Guertin’s request, a split
sample was sent to University of California, Davis for confirmatory analysis. University of
California, Davis also identified flunixin in the sample at a concentration of 9.8 ng/mL ± 0.7
ng/mL, which exceeds the regulatory threshold of 5 ng/mL. As a result, Mr. Guertin shall
return all purse monies. Additionally, SEW MUCH SWAG is disqualified, finishing 1st and
placed 9th; and there shall be a purse redistribution. All purse monies must be returned
within 72 hours of this issuance, and all fines are due within ten (10) days of the ruling.
COMAR: 09.10.03.04.B. One Multiple Medication Violation (MMV) point assessed.

 

SEARLE, STEVEN J GRANT PARK, IL YOB 1959

MVR on 1/22/2026 FINED: $500
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 9, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
OSRC 3769-18-01-A(4b,15,16), 3769-18-02, 3769-17-43. Blood sample #938174 was
tested by the Ohio Department of Agriculture ATL and was found to contain Furosemide at
a concentration level of 129.4 nanograms per milliliter of plasma, which exceeds the
Regulatory threshold of 100 nanograms per milliliter of plasma adopted by the OSRC.
Blood sample #938174 was provided by #4 Lous Avalon, who finished 1st in race 3 on
1/22/26 at MVR, and was trained by Mr. Searle. Mr. Searle waived his rights to a hearing,
split sample and DNA. This is Mr. Searles`s first medication violation in the last 365 days.
Mr. Searle is fined $1000, the penalty will be reduced to $500 if not appealed, which is due
within 10 days of this ruling. #4 is disqualified and placed 9th, and the purse earnings of
$6500 is ordered to be returned to MVR to be redistributed accordingly, within 10 days of
this ruling. Mr. Searle has 48 hours to appeal this decision to the OSRC.

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FAS Rulings for Friday, March 13, 2026

NOTABLES:

FERRARI, LARRY H MACEDONIA, OH YOB 1965

Nfld on 1/21/2026 FINED: $500
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 8, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
Blood sample #934099 collected at Northfield Park on 1/21/26 from the horse Beachin was
found to contain Flunixin at a concentration of 40 +/- 2 nanograms per milliliter of plasma.
This exceeds the regulatory Threshold of 20 nanograms per milliliter adopted by the OSRC.
Mr. Ferrari waived his rights to a split sample, DNA, and a hearing. This is Mr. Ferrari`s first
medication violation in the last 365 days. Mr. Ferrari is hereby fined $1000.00 and return of
purse. if not appealed the penalty will be $500.00 fine and return of purse ($2750.00).
O.S.R.C.-3769-18-01 (A) (1a,4e,10,13,15,16) 3769-18-02 3769-17-43 The fine and purse
must be paid by 3/15/26.

 

HERCULES, JAMES R JR CLAYSVILLE, PA YOB 1958

Nfld on 1/11/2026 FINED: $500
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 8, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
Blood sample #934024 collected at Northfield Park on 1/11/26 form the horse Beach Bum
Harley was found to contain Dexamethasone at a concentration of 24 +/-6 picograms per
milliliter of plasma. This exceeds the regulatory Threshold of 5 picograms per milliliter of
plasma adopted by the OSRC. Mr. Hercules waived his rights to a split sample, DNA, and a
hearing. This is Mr. Hercules`s first medication violation in the last 365 days. Mr. Hercules
is hereby fined $1000.00 and return of purse ($8750.00) if not appealed the penalty will be
reduced to a $500.00 fine and return of purse. O.S.R.C.-3769-18-01 (A) (1,10,13,15,16)
3769-18-02 3769-17-43 The fine and purse must be paid by 3/16/26.

 

MANLEY, LONETTE MARIE LEESBURG, OH YOB 1988

OAKGR on 4/22/2025 FINED: $1,000
FULL - 365 DAYS, 5/25/2025 THRU 5/24/2026
FRAUDULENT ACTS RELATIVE TO RACING
Ms. Lonette Manley violated 810 KAR 3:020 Section 15 – (G – J) by falsifying her license in
the Commonwealth Of Kentucky by listing ownership on horses that were owned and, in
the care, and custody of an ineligible person in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and racing
horses in the Commonwealth of Kentucky fraudulently. Due to these grave concerns and to
protect the integrity of racing in the Commonwealth Of Kentucky Ms. Lonette Manley’s
KHRGC license is hereby revoked, and she is ineligible to apply for a license in the
Commonwealth Of Kentucky.
Status as of 3/12/2026 - Subsequent Ruling - By Order of the Commonwealth of
Kentucky Public Protection Cabinet Administrative Action #KHRGC-25-SB-004
recommends dismissal as Ms. Manley has not shown cause or appeared for any
hearings. Full penalty hence has been enforced.

 

PRESLEY, CHRIS S THORNVILLE, OH YOB 1995

MVR on 1/19/2026 FINED: $1,000
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 10, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
OSRC 3769-18-01-A(1,10,13,15,16), 3769-18-02, 3769-17-43. Blood sample #938128 was
tested by the Ohio Department of Agriculture ATL and was found to contain
Dexamethasone, a Class 4 drug, at a concentration of 16 picograms per milliliter of blood
which exceeds the Regulatory threshold of 5 picograms per milliliter of blood that was
adopted by the OSRC. Blood sample #938128 was provided by #7 Medoland Bosa, who
finished 1st in race 3 on 1/19/26 at MVR, and was trained by Mr. Presley. Mr. Presley
waived his rights to a hearing, split sample and DNA. This is Mr. Presley`s first medication
violation in the last 365 days. #7 is disqualified and placed 10th and the purse earnings of
$3500 is ordered to be returned to MVR to be redistributed accordingly. Mr. Presley is fined
$1000 and given a 10 day full suspension, the penalty will be reduced to a $1000 fine if not
appealed. The purse earnings and the fine are due within 10 days of this ruling. If appealed,
during his suspension Mr. Presley is denied the use and privileges of all the grounds
sanctioned by the OSRC. All horses owned and/or trained by Mr. Presley may only be
transferred by the Judges in Ohio or by the OSRC. Mr. Presley has 48 hours to appeal this
decision to the OSRC.

 

SULLIVAN, JOHN A CANONSBURG, PA YOB 1966

Mea on 12/11/2025 FINED: $500
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 9, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
PA Code Title 7: 401.2(a)(1) 401.2(a)(3)(i) 401.3(a) 401.3(b) 203.22(a) 203.22(b) 203.24(5)
401.45 401.46 401.41(e)(10) 401.41(F) Mr. Sullivan was the trainer of the horse
TALBOTCREEKWHISKEY for The Meadows` 7th race on December 11, 2025. Blood
samples drawn(post-race) from TALBOTCREEKWHISKEY were tested and found to
contain Aminocaproic Acid. As the trainer, Mr. Sullivan is responsible for the positive test.
TALBOTCREEKWHISKEY finished first in this race but is now disqualified. Purse money
earned ($2,500) must be returned within ten days of this ruling. Mr. Sullivan is fined $500
(this fine is due within 10 days of this ruling) and has waived his hearing/appeal rights.
Mitigating factors were considered in determining this penalty.

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FAS Rulings for Friday, March 20, 2026

NOTABLES:

KRAMER, DIANA L MANTUA, NJ YOB 1984

M on 2/6/2026 FINED: $500
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
Diana Kramer was the programmed trainer of the horse "KID DID IT" when he raced in the
fifth qualifying race at The Meadowlands Racetrack on February 6, 2026. Following the
race, "KID DID IT" was required to submit blood for analysis. A report from Industrial
Laboratories identified the presence of Flunixin above the allowable limit. As a result, Ms.
Kramer is fined the sum of five hundred ($500.00) dollars. The time from the qualifying race
is disallowed. Ms. Kramer has waived her right to a hearing with the Board of Judges and
has accepted the penalty associated with this ruling. The fine associated with this ruling
must be received by the New Jersey Racing Commission on or before March 28, 2026.
Violation of N.J.A.C. 13:71-23.1 (a) (b) 14 Violation of N.J.A.C. 13:71-23.6 (a) (b) (c) (d)

 

SAGER, EDWARD M PITTSTON, PA YOB 1964

PcD on 11/10/2025 FINED: $500
HORSE DISQUALIFIED, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
Fined: $500, Horse Disqualified, Loss of purse $6,250 PA Code 7-203.22, 401.3(a)(b)
Sample # 434671 F collected from the horse BOARDWALK BET after race #6 on
11/10/2025 at Pocono Downs was found to contain Aminocaproic Acid. (Class 4) This is a
violation of the PA medication rules. After waiving the right to appeal Eddie Sager is fined
$500 (which has been paid). BOARDWALK BET finished 1st and has been Disqualified.
Purse money ($6,250) must be returned within 10 days of this ruling to be redistributed.
Subsequent violations may result in increased penalties.

PHL on 11/23/2025 FINED: $500
HORSE DISQUALIFIED, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
Fined: $500, Horse Disqualified, Loss of purse $880 PA Code 7-203.22, 401.3(a)(b)
Sample # 41578 collected from the horse DECISION DAY after race #6 on 11/23/2025 at
Harrah`s Philadelphia was found to contain Aminocaproic Acid. (Class 4) This is a violation
of the PA medication rules. After waiving the right to appeal Eddie Sager is fined $500
(which has been paid). DECISION DAY finished 4th and has been Disqualified. Purse
money ($880) must be returned within 10 days of this ruling to be redistributed. Subsequent
violations may result in increased penalties.

 

WARNICK, SCOTT A SALUDA, VA YOB 1966

RcR on 2/19/2026 FINED: $1,500
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 8, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
Trainer Scott Warnick was the trainer of record on horse ROYAL BEEP BEEP in the 2nd
race on February 19th, 2026 at Rosecroft Raceway. Post-race analysis of urine sample
#E680263 taken from ROYAL BEEP BEEP identified the presence of 3-carboxydetomidine
(active metabolite of detomidine) at a concentration of 4.43 ng/mL ± 0.25 ng/mL. The
regulatory threshold for this controlled therapeutic medication is 2 ng/mL. As a result, Mr.
Warnick shall be fined $1,500.00 and must return all purse monies. Additionally, ROYAL
BEEP BEEP is disqualified, finishing 1st and placed 8th; and there shall be a purse
redistribution. All purse monies must be returned within 72 hours of this issuance, and all
fines are due within ten (10) days of the ruling. COMAR: 09.10.03.04.B. Four Multiple
Medication Violation (MMV) point assessed.

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FAS Rulings for Friday, March 27, 2026

NOTABLES:

None

Quote from talkinghorse on April 3, 2026, 12:04 PM

FAS Rulings for Friday, April 3, 2026

NOTABLES:

MILLER, ELSON L JAMESTOWN, OH YOB 2001

MVR on 3/15/2026 FINED: $1,000
FULL - 15 DAYS, 4/5/2026 THRU 4/19/2026
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 10, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
OSRC 3769-18-01-A(1,4d,10,13,15,16), 3769-18-02, 3769-17-43. Blood sample #RO15506
was tested by the Eqias Labs and was found to contain TCO2, a class 3 category, at a
concentration of 40.6 mmol/L, which exceeds the Regulatory threshold of 37 mmol/L
adopted by the OSRC. Blood sample RO15506 was provided by #1 Barley A Lie, who
finished 1st in race 2 on 3/15/26 at MVR, and was trained by Mr. Miller. Mr. Miller waived
his rights to a hearing. #1 is disqualified and placed 10th and the purse earnings of $4750
are to be returned to Miami Valley Raceway within 10 days of this ruling to be redistributed
accordingly. Mr. Miller is fined $1000 and given a 30 day full suspension, the penalty will be
reduced to a $1000 fine and a 15 day full suspension (4/5/26-4/19/26) if not appealed. The
fine is due within 10 days of this ruling. During his suspension, Mr. Miller is denied the use
and privileges of all grounds sanctioned by the OSRC. All horses owned and/or trained may
only be transferred by permission of the Judges in Ohio. Mr. Miller has 48 hours to appeal
this decision to the OSRC.

 

TROYER, FIRMAN E SUGARCREEK, OH YOB 1970

Nfld on 3/7/2026 FINED: $1,000
FULL - 15 DAYS, 3/29/2026 THRU 4/12/2026
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 9, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
Blood sample #R015954 Collected at Northfield Park on 3/7/26 from the horse April
Shadows showed the TCO2 concentration to be 43.7+-2.25 millimoles per liter of serum, a
class 3 category, which exceeds the regulatory threshold of 37.0 millimoles per liter of
serum that was adopted by the OSRC. This is Mr. Firman first medication violation within
the last 365 days. Mr. Firman waived his right to a hearing. He is hereby fined $1000 and
suspended for 30 days and return of purse for redistribution ($4300.00). The penalty will be
reduced to a fine of $1000 and a 15 day suspension and return of purse if not appealed.
O.S.R.C.-3769-18-01-A(1,4d,10,13,15,16) 3769-18-02 3769-17-43. During his suspension
Mr. Firman is barred from all grounds governed by the OSRC. Any horse under his care
that he wants to transfer to another owner or trainer must be approved by the judges in the
State of Ohio. The fine and purse money has been paid.

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FAS Rulings for Friday, April 10, 2026

NOTABLES:

BREWER, DANIEL J OREGONIA, OH YOB 1987

MVR on 3/23/2026 FINED: $1,000
FULL - 15 DAYS, 4/9/2026 THRU 4/23/2026
HORSE DISQUALIFIED - PLACED 10, PURSE
REDISTRIBUTION
POSITIVE TEST- POST RACE
OSRC 3769-18-01-A(1,4d,10,13,15,16), 3769-18-02, 3769-17-43, 3769-17-30-B. Blood
sample R016134 was tested by the Eqias Labs and contained TCO2, a Class 3 category,
at a concentration of 41.3 mmol/L, which exceeds the Regulatory threshold of 37 mmol/L
adopted by the OSRC. Blood sample R016134 was provided by #6 Stars Over Sydney,
who finished 2nd in race 3 on 3/23/26 at MVR, and was trained by Mr. Brewer. This is Mr.
Brewer`s first medication violation in the last 365 days. Mr. Brewer waived his rights to a
hearing. #6 is disqualified and placed 10th. Mr. Brewer is fined $1000 and given a 30 day
full suspension and the purse earnings of $5500 are to be returned to MVR to be
redistributed accordingly. The penalty will be reduced to a $1000 fine and a 15 day full
suspension (4/9/26-4/23/26) and return of $5500 in purse earnings if not appealed. Both the
fine and purse earnings are due within 10 days of this ruling. During his suspension, Mr.
Brewer is denied the use and privileges of all the grounds sanctioned by the OSRC. All
horses owned and/or trained by Mr. Brewer may only be transferred by permission of the
Judges in Ohio. Mr. Brewer has 48 hours to appeal this decision to the OSRC.

Quote from talkinghorse on April 10, 2026, 1:03 PM

FAS Rulings for Friday, April 10, 2026

NOTABLES:

HERSHBERGER, JOSEPH A. ALLARDT, TN YOB 1989

OAKGR on 3/30/2026 FINED: $250
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
Mr. Joseph Hershberger was the driver of #7 Social Theories who was in the 9th Race at
Oak Grove on 3/30/2026. Mr. Hershberger did use the whip while no longer in contention
violating 810 KAR 5:070 Section 9 – D – 7.

 

KRAMP, JOSEPH M NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1991

Nfld on 4/1/2026 FINED: $300
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #2 Al Be Seeing You in race #3 on 4/1/26 he did whipped the horse in an
exaggerated manner by raising his whipping arm above shoulder height and using more
than elbow and wrist action. Mr. Kramp waived his right to a hearing and is hereby fined
$500. The penalty will be reduced to a fine of $300 if not appealed. This is Mr. Kramp`s first
whipping offense in the last 365 days. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17 (B)&(C) The fine must be paid
by 4/12/26.

 

LONG, WILLIAM F BERLIN, MD YOB 1954

RcR on 4/6/2026 FINED: $100
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
Driver William Long is fined $100.00 for one-handed whipping in the stretch while driving
TOUGH OLD HICKORY in the 3rd race on April 6th 2026, at Rosecroft Raceway. All fines
must be paid within ten (10) days of the ruling; failure to pay will result in the suspension of
the Maryland Racing Commission licensee until payment is received. COMAR:
09.10.02.33H(17)

 

MACDONALD, ANTHONY A MACEDONIA, OH YOB 1976

Nfld on 4/1/2026 FINED: $1,000
DRIVING - 10 DAYS, 4/7/2026 THRU 4/16/2026
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #1 Heart Of Rock in race #4 on 4/1/26 he whipped the horse in an
exaggerated manner by raising his whipping arm above shoulder height and using more
than elbow and wrist action. This is Mr. Macdonald`s fifth whipping offense in Ohio in the
last 365 days. Mr. Macdonald waived his right to a hearing and is hereby fined $1000 and
given a 30 day driving suspension. The penalty will be reduced to a $1000 fine and a 10
day driving suspension if not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17 (B)&(C) The fine must be
paid by 4/15/26.

 

SMITH, PARKER R WASHNINGTON CH, OH YOB 1998

MVR on 4/6/2026 FINED: $500
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
OSRC 3769-17-17-B. While driving #1 Ithaca Hanover during the stretch in race 3 on
4/6/26 at MVR, Mr. Smith did whip the horse using other than wrist and elbow action. This
is Mr. Smith`s second whipping offense in the last 365 days. Mr. Smith is fined $750, the
penalty will be reduced to $500 if not appealed, which is due within 10 days of this ruling.
Mr. Smith has 48 hours to appeal this decision to the OSRC.

 

BECKWITH, BRETT M WILTON, NY YOB 2003

M on 3/28/2026 FINED: $500
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE

 

BORJAS, ANIBAL TRENTON, NJ YOB 1982

PcD on 4/4/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 4
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE

 

BUTER, TYLER L MILFORD, PA YOB 1985

PcD on 3/28/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION

 

IRVINE, JUSTIN D AURORA, OH YOB 2001

Nfld on 4/4/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION

 

MERRIMAN, AARON E NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1978

Nfld on 4/6/2026 FINED: $350
HORSE PLACED 8
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE

 

NAPOLITANO, GEORGE JR BOCA RATON, FL YOB 1966

PcD on 3/30/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 8
INTERFERENCE/ CAUSING ANOTHER HORSE TO MAKE A BREAK

 

NOBLE, DANIEL N XENIA, OH YOB 1983

Nfld on 4/4/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION

 

ST LOUIS, MARC E JR. SWARTZ CREEK, MI YOB 1988

MVR on 4/9/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 7
IMPEDING THE PROGRESS OF ANOTHER HORSE

 

WRENN, RONNIE H JR. CHAGRIN FALLS, OH YOB 1986

Mea on 3/26/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE