It was just four days ago that driver Brett Beckwith celebrated a birthday that allows him to walk into a bar and order a drink. For Hall of Fame driver Dave Miller, that birthday was long ago.
With a shot of warm air coming to the region, temperatures will be exceeding seasonal averages with readings expected in the 10 degree range this weekend, which is the perfect time for fans to head to The Meadowlands and sample a smorgasbord of possibilities.
One month ago, driver Matt Athearn reached the 1,000-win milestone while putting the finishing touches on a notable season in the sulky that is sure to have set up the 25-year-old Maine native for more highlights in his burgeoning career.
Brett Beckwith has been one of a handful of young drivers having an impact in the driver colony at The Meadowlands during the fall meeting, and the 20-year-old reinsman kept rolling on Friday night, making three visits to the winner’s circle, including one with Splash Of Pink.