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Title: Mark MacDonald
Post by: Headpole Dave on March 21, 2012, 10:45:25 AM
Starting to really fit in at the toughest half mile track in the USA, and he's picking up some nice live drives. What I've also noticed is that he's doing a nice job of picking up cheques for his trainers on the longshots that he's driving as well... It might not seem like much but everyone would rather make some money than none right? It's tough stepping in to a Pena and Brennan controlled track but my buddy is doing great! Keep up the great work Mark, hopefully see you for Old Home Week.
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: pezz97 on March 21, 2012, 10:47:05 AM
Starting to really fit in at the toughest half mile track in the USA, and he's picking up some nice live drives. What I've also noticed is that he's doing a nice job of picking up cheques for his trainers on the longshots that he's driving as well... It might not seem like much but everyone would rather make some money than none right? It's tough stepping in to a Pena and Brennan controlled track but my buddy is doing great! Keep up the great work Mark, hopefully see you for Old Home Week.
Nice to see him back and driving well
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: sea biscuit on March 21, 2012, 11:46:26 AM

He was one of my favorite drivers at Woodbine.

His 2011 Breeders Crown win with Betterthancheddar was a classic drive.

Wish he would come back.

Best of luck at Yonkers Mark thumbsup thumbsup
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: NIATROSS on March 21, 2012, 01:33:30 PM
Nice to see him back and driving well

 thumbsup thumbsup thumbsup
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: The Giss on March 21, 2012, 01:49:03 PM
As I predicted...he is a very good fit there.
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: Headpole Dave on March 21, 2012, 02:01:11 PM
He's such a good guy it's hard not to root for him, especially after his major accidents. He's made for a half mile track as he can make and carry speed with the best of them. I wonder if he's planning on expanding his driving duties in the summer on the New York circuit? I hope he can keep getting live drives and hook up with some power trainers.
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: pezz97 on March 21, 2012, 02:15:37 PM
He's such a good guy it's hard not to root for him, especially after his major accidents. He's made for a half mile track as he can make and carry speed with the best of them. I wonder if he's planning on expanding his driving duties in the summer on the New York circuit? I hope he can keep getting live drives and hook up with some power trainers.
I would love to see him at the Big M In the summer. I am selfish cause I never bet Yonkers lol
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: CyberChamp on March 21, 2012, 03:26:48 PM
I would love to see him at the Big M In the summer. I am selfish cause I never bet Yonkers lol

I second that!   thumbsup
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: Elgin on March 21, 2012, 05:29:03 PM
Remember that it
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: Headpole Dave on March 21, 2012, 05:36:24 PM
If Allard can drive there (the big M), there's no reason that MacDonald couldn't be a regular on that circuit. He's had great success on a big track and can be ultra aggressive. I think the more lead changes and better flow than at Woodbine would be better suited for MacDonald's style.
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: JuiceJunkies on March 21, 2012, 06:50:18 PM
If Allard can drive there (the big M), there's no reason that MacDonald couldn't be a regular on that circuit. He's had great success on a big track and can be ultra aggressive. I think the more lead changes and better flow than at Woodbine would be better suited for MacDonald's style.

I agree with all points here.   
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: jordanjacob on March 21, 2012, 07:41:48 PM
Mark Ford introduced me to him in the paddock. I told him I always list George but certainly would use him if George picks off. Seems like a really good guy.
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: Headpole Dave on March 21, 2012, 09:34:13 PM
Remember that it
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: Headpole Dave on March 21, 2012, 09:35:30 PM
Article here.

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Driver sacrifices himself to avoid hurting rival
June 1, 2011 00:06:00
Dave Briggs, In Harness
Jody Jamieson of Moffat is convinced he was spared serious injury or even death by the selfless act of his fellow harness driver Mark MacDonald of Cambridge.

Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: CharlieH on March 21, 2012, 11:15:01 PM
He is just a very good driver. I would have no concerns using him or betting him on any size track.
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: Jeremy on March 22, 2012, 09:37:44 AM
30 stitches on the tongue ?  Ouch I can't imagine that.
Title: Re: Mark MacDonald
Post by: Headpole Dave on April 01, 2012, 08:00:25 AM
 4 seconds last night at Yonkers.