Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, January 26, 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
6 6 Loneshilohspecial 4.50 1 2-1
3 3 Summer Is Hot 2.50 3.3 6-1
5 5 Knights Sword 3.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Say What 4.50 3.6 7-1
8 8 Brave City Girl 12.00 3.8 7-1
2 2 Holy War 15.00 4 8-1
1 1 Twn Ms Midship 8.00 4.7 9-1
7 7 Sophie’s Prayer 10.00 4.8 9-1
Twn Ms Midship 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Gone Solution 6.00 1 2-1
3 3 Razz 3.50 4.7 9-1
1 1 Deal With Him 2.50 5.3 10-1
2 2 Proudtown 8.00 6.1 11-1
6 6 Gtuone Buck 10.00 6.6 12-1
7 7 Soulology 6.00 7.5 14-1
9 9 Clever Prince 12.00 7.9 15-1
10 10 Saucy Argument 12.00 9.2 17-1
4 4 Pac the Pulpit 15.00 9.6 18-1
5 5 Reginald Aurelius 15.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 My Lucky Break 2.50 1 2-1
9 9 Wind of War 12.00 3 6-1
4 4 Tiffany’s Ferrari 3.50 3.9 7-1
3 3 She Badger 4.50 6.1 11-1
7 7 Sheza Hot Storm 6.00 6.2 12-1
8 8 Discreet Deal 15.00 7.4 14-1
1 1 Faye L. 15.00 8.8 17-1
5 5 Long Legged Lady 10.00 9.1 17-1
10 10 Tuscan Rules 10.00 9.6 18-1
6 6 Wicked Saint 15.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Dance Lady 8.00 1 2-1
7 7 Longleggedlaverne 4.00 2.7 5-1
9 9 A Wish for Madelyn 2.00 4 7-1
8 8 Cashew 5.00 5 9-1
3 3 Ashley’s Girl 10.00 5.5 10-1
6 6 Batty 20.00 6 11-1
10 10 New Year’s Party 8.00 7 13-1
5 5 Cherokee Summer 20.00 8.1 15-1
1 1 Harlans Warrior 12.00 9 17-1
4 4 Gp’s Amazing Grace 10.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Dylan’s Dream 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Rona Vision 5.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Run for Joy 4.50 5.6 11-1
3 3 Back Street Baby 10.00 7 13-1
5 5 Tall Tale 15.00 7 13-1
9 9 Linda Faye 4.00 7.1 13-1
4 4 Mallory Unbridled 8.00 7.4 14-1
6 6 Aspen Link 15.00 7.8 15-1
7 7 Valerie’s Chance 6.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Rap Artist 20.00 1 2-1
2 2 Reckless Ransom 5.00 4.5 9-1
4 4 Corot 2.00 5.1 10-1
10 10 Lion Heart Legend 8.00 5.1 10-1
7 7 Grand Prado 3.50 5.9 11-1
9 9 Big Bella Brown 12.00 6.4 12-1
3 3 Alyanaabi 20.00 7.9 15-1
11 11 Heza Priority 5.00 8.1 15-1
6 6 Preacher 12.00 10.3 19-1
8 8 Wonder Run 8.00 10.6 20-1
1 1 Magic Bow 15.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Forgotten Fortune 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Need Some Money 1.80 1.5 3-1
4 4 Magic Glass 20.00 4.2 8-1
2 2 Midnight’s Girl 10.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Calabrian Queen 15.00 5.5 10-1
6 6 Broken Hearts Bay 5.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 Lady With a Cause 12.00 7.6 14-1
9 9 Xcaret 8.00 9.6 18-1
3 3 Frosted Diamond 12.00 9.9 19-1
10 10 Absolutely 6.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Victor Aly 15.00 1 2-1
9 9 Joseph H 4.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 The Speedy One 2.00 4.5 8-1
1 1 Deroy 5.00 4.8 9-1
7 7 Terni Valentino 6.00 5 9-1
4 4 Top Priority 8.00 7.7 15-1
2 2 Yes Jack 20.00 7.8 15-1
8 8 El Pajaro Loco 10.00 8.1 15-1
6 6 Mr Ramirez 8.00 9 17-1

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.