Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, January 18, 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
5 5 Jonathan Who 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 I’ll Raise You 2.50 2 4-1
6 6 Lion Heart Legend 8.00 2.8 5-1
2 2 I’m a Special Star 5.00 4.9 9-1
3 3 I’m Looking Up 12.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 Yes Bab 1.60 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Slim Man 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Popeyes Heart 12.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Herzen 4.50 2.5 5-1
1 1 Poseidon Wrath 5.00 3.6 7-1
6 6 Smoky Topaz 10.00 3.9 7-1
2 2 Honor My Speed 6.00 4.5 8-1
5 5 Mr. B Cause 8.00 7 13-1
3 3 Hardcore Folklore 4.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 My Kiki 1.60 1 2-1
4 4 Tay Tay’s Baby 4.50 2.2 4-1
6 6 Prayers Saved 8.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 Rachie Rach 3.00 4.1 8-1
5 5 Knights Sword 10.00 5.4 10-1
1 1 Not So Sweet 5.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Mo Bella 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 She’s My Priority 8.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Boston Lucille 6.00 6 11-1
3 3 Hidden Expectation 3.50 6 11-1
2 2 Crider Chase 4.50 6.1 12-1
4 4 Apriority Lady 15.00 6.2 12-1
7 7 Custom Maiden 12.00 7 13-1
8 8 Gifted Talent 5.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Hard Candy 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Reecemania 3.50 3.5 7-1
4 4 Curious Irish 5.00 4.4 8-1
3 3 Eurobeliever 4.00 5.2 10-1
2 2 McKay 8.00 5.6 11-1
6 6 Wicked Tough 8.00 6 11-1
5 5 Arkansas Zong 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Ide Like Hawaii 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Joey’s Lightening 3.50 2.6 5-1
1 1 Crooks Rebel 4.50 3.9 7-1
4 4 Sassi Aspen 8.00 4.5 8-1
6 6 Unbridled Pulpit 10.00 7 13-1
8 8 Paynted Lover 5.00 7.1 13-1
2 2 Barney’s Passion 15.00 7.9 15-1
5 5 Mischevious Robert 8.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Lagoon 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Prideofdixiecreed 4.00 1.4 3-1
5 5 Lucky Break 6.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 His Giant 3.00 4.5 8-1
2 2 Stomping Hotrod 4.50 5 9-1
4 4 Wilson to Lockett 8.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Unfathomed 3.50 1 2-1
8 8 Fiesty Fist 2.50 3.9 7-1
2 2 Into Wishing 5.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 Father Goose 8.00 4.9 9-1
3 3 Too Much Crown 8.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 Flashy Premo 12.00 6.1 12-1
4 4 Magawildtime 12.00 6.4 12-1
7 7 Jack Bob and Larry 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 West Texas Bob 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 Muletrain 3.50 2.1 4-1
6 6 Castleberry 12.00 2.4 5-1
2 2 Pac the Pulpit 5.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Saberman 6.00 4.5 9-1
8 8 Dark Matter 2.50 5.1 10-1
1 1 Time to Move 5.00 6.2 12-1
5 5 Arch of Swords 12.00 8 15-1

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.