Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, January 4, 2023

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 2 Curtin’s Up 4.50 1 2-1
1 3 Daahers Bully 3.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Holding Fast 5.00 2.4 5-1
6 7 Wonder Run 2.00 2.4 5-1
2 1 Jonathan Who 6.00 3.1 6-1
1A 5 Luke’s Cajun Star 3.00 3.1 6-1
7 8 Kensley’s Hippie 15.00 5.9 11-1
5 6 Lemniscate 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Irish Expectations 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Corvette Spirit 5.00 1.1 2-1
3 3 Off Sixes 6.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Dealin’ Stelen 4.50 3.9 7-1
2 2 Summer Appeal 3.50 4 8-1
1 1 Applewood 5.00 6.4 12-1
6 6 Southpine Gift 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Run Away Samari 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Tdz What a Deal 3.50 2.8 5-1
2 2 Sara’s Sapphire 5.00 3.2 6-1
6 6 Dreamed I Am Fast 6.00 3.7 7-1
7 7 Dixie Farmer 4.50 5.8 11-1
5 5 Long Shot Louise 8.00 6.2 12-1
1 1 Amys Candy 12.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Artie’s Deal 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Anime Day 4.00 1 2-1
7 7 Saratoga Karen 4.50 1.5 3-1
8 8 Mila’s Kat 6.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 Sweet Stormy Elle 5.00 5.7 11-1
6 6 Sue Happy 3.00 6.1 11-1
4 4 Thursday Morning 10.00 7.2 14-1
3 3 St Maria 10.00 7.8 15-1
1 1 Arctic Guitar 8.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 His Giant 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Laughingsaintssong 8.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Fearless Will 3.00 2 4-1
4 4 Creative Letters 5.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 Bunkie’s Song 8.00 3.4 7-1
8 8 Monzza 6.00 4 8-1
10 10 I’m Looking Up 20.00 4.4 8-1
5 5 I’m a Special Star 12.00 5.1 10-1
9 9 Balky 20.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Bold Minister 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Finnleys Encore 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Zeatrical 4.00 1.9 4-1
1 1 My Sweet Sophia 12.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Missgreeley’ssong 8.00 6.1 11-1
3 3 American Rebel 20.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Philly Wins 5.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Jersey Hottie 1.80 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 2 Mschitchattour 5.00 1 2-1
6 7 Crider Chase 6.00 2.3 4-1
1A 5 She’s My Priority 4.00 3.5 7-1
1 4 Glory to Me 4.00 5.2 10-1
2 1 Gifted Talent 8.00 6 11-1
4 3 Mongolian Diamond 1.80 6.9 13-1
5 6 Dave’s Ronda 3.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Follow the Saint 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 Custom for Tina 3.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Molli Way 15.00 2.5 5-1
1 1 Run Natalie Run 15.00 3 6-1
8 8 Miss Priority 2.50 4.3 8-1
7 7 Eagleoverthemoon 4.50 6 11-1
4 4 My Little Mia 8.00 6.5 12-1
3 3 Little E 8.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 West Texas Bob 5.00 1 2-1
6 6 Etbauer’s Secret 3.00 1.4 3-1
2 2 Isle Call U Later 6.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Saberman 8.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Exotic Gentleman 6.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Blondie Fix It 20.00 5.7 11-1
8 8 Oak Hill Mo 4.50 5.7 11-1
9 9 Nautical Cruise 20.00 6.7 13-1
1 1 Stormin Sunday 10.00 8.8 17-1
7 7 Genes Feather 10.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Cottonclub Soldier 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.