NYRA, MSG Networks Announce 2019 Broadcast Schedule

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Some 125 days of racing at the tracks of the New York Racing Association (NYRA), including live coverage of the entire 40-day meeting at Saratoga, will be broadcast on the MSG+ network. In addition to MSG+, all NYRA programming can be found on MSG GO, MSG Networks’ live streaming and on-demand platform for smartphones, tablets and computers.

“With the height of the horse racing season set to get underway, we’re excited to once again present our viewers with unrivaled coverage of NYRA racing from three of America’s most iconic racing venues,” said Jeff Filippi, Senior Vice President of Programming and Production, and Executive Producer, MSG Networks. “This year, horse racing fans will be provided with even more live race coverage and in-depth analysis from a dynamic team of broadcasters.”

The programming schedule kicks off this Saturday, Apr. 6, with a special Wood Memorial edition of Saturday at the Races beginning at 3 p.m. ET.

“NYRA is thrilled to continue our partnership with MSG Networks in presenting unparalleled live racing coverage to the world’s largest television market,” said Eric Donovan, NYRA’s Director of TV Broadcast Operations. “MSG Networks has been extremely supportive of our shift in television philosophy to the current live format, and with NYRA’s world-class on-air talent and production staff, viewers can expect another outstanding year of racing coverage on MSG+.”

The acclaimed Saratoga Live program will air each day from the Spa, including a 5 1/2-hour Saratoga Live program on Travers Day, featuring five Grade I events in addition to the main event.

For 2019, NYRA has added retired jockey Gary Stevens, Laffit Pincay III and handicapper Jonathon Kinchen to a team that includes Greg Wolf, Andy Serling, Maggie Wolfendale, Tom Amoss and Paul LoDuca. Larry Collmus, the voice of NYRA and of the Triple Crown, will provide the race calls.

 

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