Canterbury Park reopens for horse racing

KSTP Sports

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Canterbury Park in Shakopee reopened for horse racing on Wednesday. The track was closed since the middle of March because of the COVID-19 pandemic and is taking new safety measures.

***CLICK ON THE VIDEO BOX TO HEAR FROM JOCKEY DEAN BUTLER***

Horse jockey Dean Butler was a part of the racers at the opening night. Butler spoke about his excitement to be racing again, how much Canterbury mean to him, and what it will be like racing in front of limited fans.

Canterbury Park in Shakopee reopened for horse racing on Wednesday. The track was closed since the middle of March because of the COVID-19 pandemic and is taking new safety measures.[KSTP Sports]