Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, December 9, 2022

Below is a table for each race of the day. The table is ordered by our algorythmically calculated expected order of finish. Our program takes into account past performances, workout times, speed ratings, recency, and breeder/jockey data amoung other data points.

Using the “Expected” column, the lower number is better. When there is a clear lowest value, we like that horse best to win. In situations where many horses share low numbers, we like those horses equally well. If no horse is under 3, the results are less clear to us and bettors should examine the race more closely.

Using the “Value” column, we present the minimum payout we would recommend betting the particular horse. Look for higher-paying odds than those listed if you like that horse.

Scratches are notated and will be updated as available.

RACE NUMBER 1 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Summer Is Hot 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 Camcordia 2.50 1.2 2-1
6 6 Anime Day 4.00 3.1 6-1
1 1 My Little Guera 15.00 4.4 8-1
7 7 Mave Runner 12.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 St Maria 15.00 6 11-1
9 9 T J’s Sunshine 6.00 6 11-1
8 8 Gold Chain 6.00 6.3 12-1
10 10 I Love You More 10.00 6.8 13-1
4 4 Ugottago 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Big Ace 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Sir Overanalyze 6.00 2.4 5-1
6 6 Chief Kimosabi 1.60 4.1 8-1
3 3 Putthehammerdown 4.00 4.3 8-1
2 2 Cabochon Treasure 8.00 4.4 8-1
4 4 Gildersleeve 8.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Suzy Doll’s Ready 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 This Friday 5.00 3.3 6-1
7 7 Marina 6.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Creek Rain 3.50 3.5 7-1
3 3 Cajun Trinity 5.00 5.2 10-1
4 4 Grace’s Soldier 8.00 5.4 10-1
1 1 Sunny and Clear 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Speed Effect 3.50 1 2-1
7 7 Vegas Guy 4.50 1.6 3-1
6 6 Bode’s Light 2.50 2.6 5-1
4 4 Thirtyeightcaliber 8.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Autocratic 15.00 5.8 11-1
9 9 Traelee 6.00 6.1 12-1
1 1 Texas Gold Rush 10.00 7.5 14-1
5 5 Balky 15.00 8.8 17-1
2 2 Coach Hudson 20.00 8.8 17-1
11 11 Heather’s Request 12.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Optimistic 4.00 SCRATCH
10 10 Funny Actor 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Doctor Leo 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Flashing Angelbaby 3.50 1.5 3-1
8 8 Grand Priority 4.50 3.1 6-1
3 3 High Ridge 8.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Wish Upon a Star 5.00 4.4 8-1
5 5 Temprano 10.00 4.5 8-1
2 2 Now Now Man 8.00 5.8 11-1
4 4 Counterfeit 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Debonnaire Dude 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Irish Expectations 4.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 King Ford 4.50 2.4 5-1
5 5 Gladyousawme 8.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Off Sixes 20.00 4.7 9-1
4 4 Sournois 10.00 4.7 9-1
1 1 Summer Appeal 12.00 4.9 9-1
10 10 No Plans 8.00 5.5 10-1
8 8 Witch Doctor 15.00 6.9 13-1
7 7 Flashy Image 20.00 7.2 14-1
11 11 Corvette Spirit 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 1 Half Page 8.00 1 2-1
3 3 A. K. A. Grams 8.00 1.2 2-1
1 2 Charged Temp 4.00 2.5 5-1
6 7 Courtly Doc 4.50 2.9 6-1
5 5 Scrapbook 12.00 3.3 6-1
8 9 Noneya 3.50 3.4 6-1
7 8 Final Quest 2.50 4.9 9-1
4 4 Daddy Hey Daddy 15.00 8.8 17-1
1A 6 Philly Wins 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 4 Jubella 4.00 1 2-1
9 10 Miss Charlie Sioux 3.00 2.2 4-1
2 1 Eileen Alexandra 12.00 2.6 5-1
8 9 Majestic Ways 4.50 3 6-1
3 2 Texas Red Bel 6.00 3.9 7-1
1 5 Akiane’s Soldier 12.00 5.1 10-1
6 6 Pressly’s Hope 6.00 5.9 11-1
1A 7 Gator Proud 12.00 7.2 14-1
7 8 Beyond the Hype 12.00 8.3 16-1
4 3 First I’ve Seen 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Souvenir Channel 2.50 1 2-1
9 9 Angel and Me 3.50 1.6 3-1
6 6 Call Me Darlin 6.00 1.9 3-1
7 7 Gotteminabind 6.00 2.8 5-1
2 2 Why Kenzly 12.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Baby Lockout 20.00 7.5 14-1
3 3 California Cali 15.00 8.5 16-1
1 1 Neverland Band 20.00 9.1 17-1
11 11 I Got Wings 3.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Circleofsoul 20.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Field of Lights 10.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Riptide Rose 5.00 SCRATCH

Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Keep up to date on late scratches and other changes – those are not taken into consideration. Sports from the Basement provides no warranty on these suggestions and readers should make picks at their own risk.