Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, January 19, 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 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 The Boyz Priority 12.00 1 2-1
5 5 My Crazy Neighbor 3.00 2.3 4-1
1 1 Charlie’s Parade 6.00 4.7 9-1
9 9 Drag Malibu 12.00 5.7 11-1
3 3 Triple Red Aces 6.00 7.2 14-1
6 6 R T’s Midnight 15.00 8.5 16-1
4 4 Cool Spirit 4.00 8.5 16-1
2 2 Meet Kevin 12.00 9.2 17-1
10 10 Graphene Cassock 6.00 9.4 18-1
7 7 Flashy Lover 8.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Takeover Queen 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Astrology Girl 12.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Jaydyn Cat 5.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Ready for Thunder 6.00 5.1 10-1
6 6 One Line Ruler 10.00 5.2 10-1
8 8 Custom Sunshine 3.00 5.8 11-1
7 7 Six String 4.50 7.7 15-1
4 4 Sassi Strutter 6.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Fast Out 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Craftroom 3.00 1.9 4-1
4 4 Secret Guitar 5.00 3.4 6-1
6 6 Runlikelanie 2.00 3.6 7-1
3 3 Crimson Glory 3.50 5.7 11-1
2 2 Sparkle City 8.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 War Song 20.00 1 2-1
7 7 Shark Harbor 4.50 1.6 3-1
9 9 Lt. Bonura 8.00 2.4 5-1
8 8 Tripper John 3.00 4.1 8-1
11 11 Diablo Cat 15.00 5.1 10-1
2 2 Whacudposblygowrng 20.00 5.3 10-1
10 10 Sturgill 4.00 5.5 10-1
3 3 Bayou Beaux 6.00 5.8 11-1
12 12 Heza Priority 2.00 7.6 14-1
4 4 B B Moody 8.00 8.3 16-1
1 1 Donna’s Court 8.00 9.7 18-1
6 6 Kinlee’s Song 15.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Miss Charlie Gras 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 See Sassy Run 15.00 6.2 12-1
9 9 Frosty Brew 2.50 6.2 12-1
4 4 Saber Queen 5.00 6.9 13-1
3 3 Sara’s Sapphire 6.00 7.2 14-1
6 6 Withherbootson 12.00 7.8 15-1
11 11 Suporb 15.00 8.1 15-1
7 7 Lady Envoy 8.00 9.5 18-1
10 10 Pelletier 20.00 10.6 20-1
8 8 Kellys the Boss 8.00 10.7 20-1
5 5 Point of Victory 20.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Jet Rocket 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 Sugar Cane Gal 8.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 Cozy Courtney 10.00 5.1 10-1
9 9 My Idea 12.00 6.7 13-1
6 6 Alessande 15.00 6.7 13-1
1 1 Cankton’s Cowgirl 5.00 6.8 13-1
4 4 Lord Harmony 2.50 6.9 13-1
8 8 The Lady Bulls Eye 20.00 7.4 14-1
7 7 Stand by Time 20.00 8.1 15-1
11 11 Moni Design 4.00 9.4 18-1
10 10 American Chick 3.50 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 A P Humor 5.00 1 2-1
1 1 Valtesse 6.00 2 4-1
4 4 Mardi Gras Alarm 4.00 2.3 4-1
8 8 Come What Mae 6.00 2.6 5-1
12 12 Bless d’South 8.00 4 8-1
6 6 Boston Lucille 12.00 4.7 9-1
7 7 Our Amen 15.00 5.3 10-1
5 5 T R’s First 10.00 7 13-1
2 2 Cajun Two Step 2.50 7.9 15-1
11 11 Kappa Hill 12.00 9.6 18-1
10 10 Mylies Star 15.00 10.6 20-1
9 9 Chatain’s Flyer 20.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Mongolian Bee 8.00 1 2-1
7 7 Bootsie’s Galaxy 2.00 3.9 7-1
4 4 Fire Sword 4.50 4.5 8-1
6 6 Texas Rule 20.00 5.1 10-1
11 11 Win Ya Win 10.00 6 11-1
5 5 Boyfriend Material 4.00 6.9 13-1
12 12 Mint 10.00 7.7 14-1
1 1 Mists of Time 15.00 9 17-1
8 8 Mr. Four Sevens 12.00 9.8 19-1
9 9 American Smooth 8.00 9.9 19-1
10 10 Sailor Chow 12.00 11.8 22-1
2 2 B W P Special 15.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Poppy T 12.00 1 2-1
6 6 Tapit Twice 20.00 1.6 3-1
2 2 Kat’s Soldier 4.50 1.7 3-1
11 11 Benissimo 4.00 1.9 4-1
12 12 Bobby Merlot 3.50 2.2 4-1
1 1 El Gabrielo 5.00 6.2 12-1
3 3 Red October 5.00 6.6 12-1
4 4 Daboogeyman 3.00 6.7 13-1
8 8 Little Warrior 6.00 9.7 18-1
9 9 Royal de Be 8.00 10.4 20-1
5 5 Stonecoat 20.00 11.2 21-1
7 7 Uncle Chan 10.00 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.