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Where’s Ray was the last starter for trainer Tim Salzman, who passed away on February 7 at age 54 after a long battle with cancer.
“I’m so grateful for this horse,” said his widow, Megan Salzman, after Where’s Ray was placed first via disqualification in a second-level allowance at Laurel Park on April 12. “This was one of the last ones he picked out, and he loved this horse. He always had so much faith in this horse.”
Megan Salzman soon kept the family tradition alive by obtaining her trainer’s license, and Where’s Ray became her first winner, getting his nose down right on the wire in Sunday’s sixth race, a ratings-optional claimer for 3-year-olds and upward at 5½ furlongs over the Fort Marcy Turf Course.
It was Megan Salzman’s ninth career start after she took over Where’s Ray’s training from her brother-in-law, John Salzman Jr.
“I wish so much I could be there. It’s my niece’s wedding,” Megan Salzman said by phone after Where’s Ray’s dramatic victory. “It’s Timmy and my anniversary today. For my first win to come like this, it’s just unreal. [Where’s Ray] is so, so special. What a game horse!”
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In Megan’s absence, John Salzman Jr. once again saddled Where’s Ray. “He lost a front shoe, too,” John Salzman marveled as he watched the replay on the infield tote board.
Tim Salzman began his training career in 2003, winning with his only starter that year. Over his career, he secured 425 wins and earned a total of $10,259,438.
Among his best runners were Bsharpsonata, a multiple Grade 2 winner, and Sensible Lady, a six-time stakes winner. Sensible Lady is honored annually at Laurel Park through the Sensible Lady Turf Dash Stakes. Gift of Gab captured the 2026 edition of the Sensible Lady Turf Dash, held yesterday afternoon.
Where’s Ray is a 6-year-old gelding by Mshawish, out of Edgehill Road by Old Forester. Bred in Kentucky by Susan Moulton, Where’s Ray was purchased for $10,000 as a short yearling. He’s won 8 of 29 races and earned $254,250.
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This story was originally published September 13, 2026 at 3:34 PM.