EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – Just in time for the holidays, The Meadowlands is giving its loyal visitors the gift of more racing as the mile oval will add six Thursdays to the 2025 schedule, the first of which takes place tonight (Nov. 6).
There are 22 more programs scheduled for The Big M this year. Live action will take place every Friday and Saturday through the end of December, with the additional Thursday programs taking place on November 6, 13 and 20, and December 4, 11 and 18. There will be no racing on Thanksgiving Day (November 27) or Christmas Day (December 25).
Post time is 6:20 PM
This week the Thursday card will feature nine races, Friday thirteen and an even dozen on Saturday.
Four $17,500 divisions of the Exit 16W Pop Up Series are scheduled for Thursday, and a few Megan Scran trainees are worth checking out.
In the fourth race for trotters 4 years and under, Bless Me Father comes to town from Prince Edward Island, where the 3-year-old gelding son of Father Patrick-My Angel Heart has won seven of eight starts this year. He is piloted from post three by Scott Zeron and starts 4-1 on the morning line.
Scran’s Lastdrivedownmain is 5-2 from post three in the seventh race pace for 2 and 3 year old males. Once again, Scran’s better half, Zeron, will be on the bike, while the freshman son of Captain Crunch-Life Of Smiley will attempt to repeat his feat of October 24, when he blasted his foes at Woodbine Mohawk Park in 1:53 in just his second life start.
Thursday’s card will not only have Exit 16W to draw Big M viewers, but will now also have a less crowded stage to deal with, as Woodbine Mohawk Park has decided to move their Thursday programs to Sundays with immediate effect.
PICK-6 TRANSFER: No winning tickets were sold on Saturday’s (Nov. 1) 20-cent Pick-6 night, creating a carryover of $7,950 for Thursday’s card. After a series in which the winning odds were 87-1, 4-1, 3-1, 8-1, 9-1 and 1-5, those with five correct prizes collected $226.32.
The Pick-6 starts race four on Thursday evening.
STURMAN ON SET: Brett Sturman, the standout columnist and handicapper for Harness Racing Update, will co-host the live simulcast presentation of the Big M this Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The show starts each evening at 5:45 p.m.
Ken Warkentin and Dave Little will fill their usual roles as track announcer and TV presenter respectively.
Joe Romanelli will handle the FanDuel TV feed and back-paddock interviews on Thursday and Saturday, while Gary DiLeo will handle those chores on Friday.
A GREAT WAY TO PLAY: Every night, The Meadowlands offers a great menu of popular bets with a 15 percent takeaway.
Here’s a look at the betting options on offer on Thursday’s nine-race card:
- Races 1-5: 20 cents Pick-5
- Races 2-8: 20 cents Survivor Pick-7 (mandatory payout per night)
- Races 4-9: 20 cents Pick-6 ($7,950 transferred)
- Races 6-9: 50 cents Pick-4
- Race 9: 10 cents Pentafecta (Hi-5) without jackpot
Here’s a look at the betting options on offer on Friday’s 13-race card:
- Races 1-5: 20 cents Pick-5
- Races 3-9: 20 cents Survivor Pick-7 (mandatory payout per night)
- Races 6-9: Early Pick-4 at 50 cents
- Races 8-13: 20 cents Pick-6
- Races 10-13: Late 50-cent Pick 4 ($50,000 guaranteed pool)
- Race 13: 10 cents Pentafecta (Hi-5) without jackpot
Here’s a look at the betting options on offer on Saturday’s 12-race card:
- Races 1-5: 20 cents Pick-5
- Races 3-9: 20 cents Survivor Pick-7 (mandatory payout per night)
- Races 5-8: Early Pick-4 at 50 cents
- Races 7-12: 20 cents Pick-6
- Races 9-12: Late 50-cent Pick 4 ($50,000 guaranteed pool)
- Race 12: 10 cents Pentafecta (Hi-5) without jackpot
GET YOUR FREE PROGRAMS: To show appreciation to its loyal fan base, The Meadowlands offers free program pages for every race of every race card on its website.
Go to Speelweidelands.comand then click the ‘news’ dropdown to watch the past performances completely free.
A SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT: Everything about Meadowlands is available via
Stay in touch with the Big M talent duo Little (@DaveLittleBigM) and Warkentin (@kenvoiceover).
It’s party time: It’s the time of year to celebrate the holidays, and a great place to enjoy a great time is The Meadowlands.
Discover the unique event spaces at The Big M, perfect for hosting your corporate holiday parties, game-day watch parties and year-end celebrations in a location that offers a unique experience you won’t find anywhere else.
The event spaces are complemented by a wide range of beverage and dining options, ensuring your holiday event is perfectly tailored to your preferences.
Enjoy the luxury of the Skybox Suites, which are private rooms that offer both stadium style and table seating options. With movable walls, parties of up to 200 people can enjoy a buffet dinner and unobstructed views of the racing action, making your event truly special.
Located on the ground floor of the circuit, Trackside offers an expansive space ideal for galas, receptions, large corporate events and trade shows.
The Gallery has 16 LED screens and one 220″ jumbo screen. It is furnished with a private bar, lounge and table seating and overlooks the FanDuel Sportsbook. The Gallery is ideal for alumni viewing parties and game day gatherings.
The second floor Lounge offers the best of both worlds: it’s ideal for watching live racing action and enjoying premium viewing on the sportsbook’s huge HD TVs. With its horseshoe-shaped bar and mix of lounge, high tops and seated dining, it is a versatile venue, perfect for a holiday mix or cocktail hour, and can accommodate a variety of event styles.
Book a private tour with Andrea Lokshin today by emailing her at alokshin@playmeadowlands.com or calling her at 201-842-5013. You can also view our spaces and take a 360 degree tour by visiting https://playmeadowlands.com/party/.
HERE COME THE SUNS: The NBA will have a quiet evening on Thursday (November 6) with only one game on the schedule, but that game will be watched and wagered by many sports betting fans in the FanDuel Sportsbook.
The Los Angeles Clippers travel to Phoenix for tipoff with the Suns at 9 p.m. Phoenix is a 2½ point favorite going into the game with an under/over of 224½ points.
Naturally, many players will be betting on the lone NFL game as the Las Vegas Raiders take on the rival Broncos in Denver at 8:15 p.m. Denver is an 8½-point favorite going into the game with an under/over of 42½ points.
On Sunday (Nov. 9), the New York Giants head to the Windy City for a 1:00 PM matchup with the Chicago Bears, where the home team is a 4½-point favorite going into the match with an under/over of 46½.
Another game at 1:00 PM has the Cleveland Browns invading MetLife Stadium and tangling with the New York Jets. The Browns are a 2½-point favorite going into the match with an under/over of 37½.
The FanDuel Sportsbook, the #1 betting facility in North America, is located in the stands at The Meadowlands and features huge TV screens and self-service betting terminals, allowing fans to watch and gamble in comfort while enjoying delicious food and drinks.
Whatever the sport, get the latest odds here.
The FanDuel Sportsbook is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Saturday 8am – 1am; and Sunday 8 a.m. – midnight.
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