Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, January 11, 2024

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 Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Highlander’s Edge 2.50 1 2-1
10 10 Tensas Lu Lu 3.50 3.4 6-1
2 2 Tarkington Girl 6.00 4.1 8-1
5 5 Long Shot Louise 12.00 4.5 8-1
8 8 Gemmy 6.00 6.2 12-1
9 9 Red Whistle 8.00 6.6 13-1
4 4 Mywarriorsprincess 10.00 7.6 14-1
7 7 Vote by Mail 20.00 9 17-1
6 6 Princess Moccasins 20.00 9.8 19-1
1 1 Kat’s Princess 8.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Magna Colors 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 Sassy Sagey 6.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Cayman Queen 4.50 5.4 10-1
5 5 Eagleoverthemoon 2.00 5.5 10-1
8 8 I’m All Mixed Up 15.00 6.2 12-1
6 6 Pippa’s Prospect 12.00 6.5 12-1
7 7 Indy Lover 8.00 7.6 14-1
2 2 Cherokee Summer 6.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Tiffany’s Ferrari 4.50 1 2-1
3 3 Pip Squeek 3.50 2.9 5-1
8 8 Good N Sassy 2.50 4.8 9-1
6 6 Light Face 8.00 5.2 10-1
9 9 Bellamysawesomeday 5.00 5.6 11-1
1 1 Circle Up 6.00 6.8 13-1
4 4 Island Gold 12.00 6.8 13-1
2 2 Ruled by Spirit 20.00 7.4 14-1
7 7 C C Llam 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Run Bambi Run 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Sheza Salty Gal 5.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Tdz Corrienda Star 10.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Fire Vision 3.50 4.3 8-1
2 2 Hopeshecanrun 10.00 5.7 11-1
5 5 Cajun Catalina 15.00 5.8 11-1
3 3 Gap Daddy 6.00 7.9 15-1
8 8 My Little Mia 4.50 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Payday Too 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Incorrigible 6.00 1.8 3-1
1 1 Gotta Go 5.00 2.2 4-1
10 10 Verrazano First 6.00 3.6 7-1
9 9 Honor My Speed 4.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 Tapit’s Spirit 10.00 4.5 9-1
4 4 Taken Back 12.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Customize My Quest 15.00 6.2 12-1
7 7 Tappin Fora Dance 15.00 6.4 12-1
5 5 Applewood 12.00 7.5 14-1
Payday Too 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Mr. Shorty 1.80 1 2-1
6 6 Rite On Sam 12.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 The Speedy One 6.00 4.6 9-1
2 2 Legendary Dragon 3.00 5.8 11-1
4 4 Rumpusinthesky 5.00 6.5 12-1
3 3 Whatdidwedo 20.00 7 13-1
8 8 Mr Ramirez 4.50 7.8 15-1
7 7 Frenetic Day 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Brazen Bull 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Zoey’s Hippie 10.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Tripple D Ruller 15.00 4.3 8-1
2 2 Mayfield Strong 3.50 4.6 9-1
1 1 Son Carlos 5.00 5 9-1
5 5 Aux Arcs 3.00 6.4 12-1
7 7 Graphene Cassock 8.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
12 12 Egor Otay 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Saucy Argument 5.00 4.8 9-1
11 11 Gloria’s Boy 4.00 7.2 14-1
4 4 Flattersolution 8.00 7.3 14-1
6 6 Bellamy Brother 5.00 7.9 15-1
9 9 Doce de la Noche 10.00 8.3 16-1
7 7 D’festive Cat 15.00 9 17-1
10 10 Zapaway 15.00 9 17-1
1 1 Mr. Numero Uno 5.00 9.2 17-1
5 5 Mustbelieve 4.00 10.7 20-1
3 3 My Uncle Billy 4.50 10.7 20-1
2 2 Flying in Hot 12.00 12 23-1

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.