July 20, 2017 (Arcadia, California) — The Stronach Group is excited to announce that Champion Jockey and Racing Analyst Richard “The Mig” Migliore has joined XBTV’s Digital Media Team. XBTV.com is horse racing’s premier digital network and provides horse players a competitive edge through on-demand content that includes morning works, expert insight and analysis, and exclusive interviews.
Richard Migliore brings decades of horse racing experience to the XBTV Team. A staple on the New York Racing Association (NYRA) circuit, he won 4,450 races during his illustrious riding career, including Grade 1 events at Saratoga, Belmont, Aqueduct, Del Mar, Gulfstream Park and more. He won the Eclipse Award for Outstanding Apprentice Jockey in 1981. Following his retirement as a jockey in 2010, he has worked as a handicapper and analyst for NBC, Fox Sports 1, HRTV and NYRA.
“It is an honor to have someone with such credibility and respect join our team,” said Scott Daruty, XBTV President. “Richie’s impressive background, expertise and analysis will provide a unique and helpful perspective for handicappers. The addition of “The Mig” also solidifies our commitment to the expansion of XBTV’s East Coast coverage.”
“I’m excited to start the next chapter of my career with XBTV,” added Richard Migliore. “I’m grateful to The Stronach Group for this opportunity to continue sharing my passion for horse racing with players and fans. I look forward to working with the talented professionals at XBTV and to continue producing high-quality content that handicappers can use when playing the races.”
Migliore joins XBTV’s growing team of handicappers and racing experts, including Jeff Siegel, Millie Ball, Aaron Vercruysse and Zoe Cadman. Migliore will immediately begin contributing to XBTV’s content with daily analysis from Saratoga, including morning workout reports and exclusive interviews.
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