Today's Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks

Paddock

The area where horses gather before the race to be saddled and paraded for the public.

Workout

A workout is a timed sprint over varying distances prior to a race, meant to get a horse fit enough for competition.

Pari-Mutuel

A pool style wagering system, where all money input through betting is divided among those with winning tickets (save for various deductions by the track operators).