Aqueduct Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, January 26, 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 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Mostly Harmless 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Afilada 1.80 1.1 2-1
5 5 Gracefully Wild 6.00 2.4 5-1
6 6 Becauseofthebrave 10.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 Sarah’s Pride 6.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Caiarossa 4.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Hatch 4.50 1 2-1
2 2 Bert Bert Bert 8.00 2 4-1
4 4 Mauritius 1.40 2.6 5-1
1 1 Mach One 6.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 Basis Risk 15.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Buckingham Prince 1.80 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Sicilian Grandma 4.50 1 2-1
1 1 Curlins Choir 1.60 2.9 5-1
2 2 Lady Quinn 6.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 Audit Committee 6.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Our Rosie Diamonds 3.00 4.3 8-1
4 4 Jessica’s Race 10.00 4.5 8-1
5 5 Magic Miss 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 El Mayor 12.00 1 2-1
4 4 Majestic Tiger 1.80 2.7 5-1
7 7 Jade’s Dream 3.50 3.2 6-1
5 5 Prince of Joy 6.00 4.3 8-1
2 2 Exxtop 20.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 Enforcer 2.50 SCRATCH
1 1 One More Score 6.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Dr. Kraft 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Gem Mint Ten 5.00 1.5 3-1
9 9 Launch Control 3.50 1.5 3-1
2 2 Bingood to Knowya 4.00 1.7 3-1
8 8 Chalky Cat 12.00 2.1 4-1
6 6 Electric Stuff 6.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Awesome Force 15.00 3 6-1
1 1 Ferris Muler 20.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Zealous Legacy 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Prisoner 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 Lafitte’s Fleet 2.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Prince James 15.00 5.1 10-1
2 2 Senor Jobim 4.50 SCRATCH
5 5 Reed Kan 12.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Jemography 3.50 SCRATCH
3 3 Ragtime Blues 3.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Timeless Journey 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 Let Her Inspire U 1.60 1.3 2-1
1 1 Ice Princess 2.50 2.2 4-1
5 5 Sofia’s Secret 4.50 3.2 6-1
3 3 Mommasgottarun 6.00 4.8 9-1
2 2 Far Away Love (ARG) 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Overstep 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Timbuktu 10.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 The Revenger 20.00 4.7 9-1
11 11 Uno 12.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Simply 4.00 5.2 10-1
3 3 Mason Mania 4.50 5.3 10-1
12 12 Here’s Waldo 15.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 Royal Suspect 20.00 5.8 11-1
10 10 Dr. Marbooz 20.00 7.5 14-1
9 9 Son of an Ex 15.00 8.1 15-1
8 8 Alite 50.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Tra Lad 8.00 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.