“We have a lot to look forward to in 2023,” Eric Halstrom, Vice President and General Manager of Racing, said. “Our barn area is nearly full already. We have had horses ship in from all over the United States. Entries have been strong for our first two days. We are glad to welcome a few new stables this year and will work to keep the momentum going from last season where we had a record-setting year in handle.

“Every year, we have some really nice horses that train and race here. Last year, Angel of Empire (Classic Empire) started off his career here and had two wins for trainer Brad Cox. He is now headed to this year's Kentucky Derby. This is just an example of some of the top horses we see throughout the season.”

The track's signature event, the 29th running of the $300,000 GIII Indiana Derby slated for Saturday, Jul. 8.
Post time Monday through Wednesday will be 2:30 p.m. CDT, with Thursday post time set for 2:10 p.m. Saturday night cards will begin at 5:30 p.m.

For more information on live racing at Horseshoe Indianapolis, visit the Horseshoe Indianapolis website.

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A native of Minnesota, Arrigoni has been the paddock analyst for Canterbury Park for the past six years and has a following on social media for his picks, catering to those seeking assistance in multiple race exotic wagers. Owner of both criminal justice and political science degrees, Arrigoni serves as manager for an insurance company in Minnesota when he's not surveying races.

“Brian has quietly made a name for himself as an excellent handicapper who uses advanced wagering strategies and techniques,” said Eric Halstrom, vice president and general manager of racing at Horseshoe Indianapolis. “As our new paddock analyst, his on-camera presence will be the perfect complement to Rachel Mclaughlin and John Dooley during the upcoming racing season.”

Arrigoni will begin at Horseshoe Indianapolis when the 2022 season kicks off Tuesday, Apr. 19. He will provide daily analysis on select Thoroughbred races remotely with in-person visits on select racing days throughout the season, which runs through Nov. 23.

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