Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, March 8, 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
5 5 Von Hoff 1.40 1 2-1
2 2 Goodafternoonoscar 6.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 The Big Enchilada 4.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Box N Ben 4.50 5 9-1
4 4 Super Bourbon 8.00 5 9-1
6 6 Lost Weekend 5.00 5.4 10-1
3 3 Ferrari Kid 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Will Or Won’t 4.00 1 2-1
3 3 Irish Lace 2.50 2.7 5-1
5 5 Thunder Buggy 1.60 3.3 6-1
7 7 Matoula 20.00 5.1 10-1
6 6 Sweet Talia 10.00 5.7 11-1
8 8 Congress Hall 6.00 6.2 12-1
1 1 Feathers (IRE) 12.00 6.6 12-1
4 4 Redwhiteandtacos 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
Nico Lucky 0 0-1
2 2 Where’s Ray 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Perspicacious Boy 2.00 1.4 3-1
6 6 Army Cadet 3.50 2.6 5-1
4 4 Nico Lucky 2.50 3.4 6-1
3 3 I Wanna Rock 12.00 5.5 10-1
1 1 Scat Danz 15.00 6.4 12-1
5 5 Bridge to Success 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Smooth Rico 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Nick’s Little Boy 3.00 2.5 5-1
7 7 Mr. Mox 8.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 Class Actor 3.50 4.3 8-1
9 9 One More Factor 10.00 4.3 8-1
4 4 Pressing Concern 20.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Patriotic Party 15.00 5.4 10-1
5 5 Grand Manner 15.00 5.8 11-1
10 10 Workin On a Dream 12.00 7.4 14-1
3 3 Silent Service 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Masai Man 10.00 1 2-1
3 3 Big Rowdy Dan 3.50 2 4-1
4 4 Commanding General 6.00 2.5 5-1
1 1 Heads Or Tails 4.00 2.7 5-1
5 5 Addy’s Laddy T N T 5.00 3.1 6-1
7 7 Hotpot 3.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 Aequor 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
11 11 Rakia 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 Force of Justice 4.50 1.6 3-1
4 4 One Way Farrior 8.00 2.2 4-1
6 6 Mister Agent 6.00 2.7 5-1
5 5 Buckin’ Dreamer 15.00 4.8 9-1
8 8 Burningupthedough 3.50 5.1 10-1
10 10 Dubai Fire 20.00 5.7 11-1
9 9 Irish Bandit 15.00 7.4 14-1
2 2 Stop Being Greedy 6.00 8.8 17-1
3 3 Ascendance 20.00 9.7 18-1
1 1 Square Slice 6.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Hateful 3.50 1 2-1
3 3 Easter Sunday Girl 6.00 1.6 3-1
2 2 No Walk Inthe Park 8.00 2.1 4-1
1 1 Tiz Vinno 6.00 2.6 5-1
8 8 By the Glass 1.80 3.1 6-1
5 5 Yumyum Eat Em Up 6.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 Flag Song Flyin 15.00 5.4 10-1
4 4 Maximum Emily 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Royal Seamstress 1.20 1 2-1
6 6 Chickahominy 3.00 1.6 3-1
2 2 Devil Pays in Gold 3.50 2 4-1
1 1 Angel Art 10.00 2.2 4-1
3 3 Angelofcanterbury 4.00 2.4 4-1
5 5 Lassie’s Notion 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Edge of Glory 4.50 1 2-1
1 1 Storming Chrome 2.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Find Faith 5.00 3.5 7-1
7 7 Master of None 5.00 4 8-1
5 5 Centurion 6.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Brooklyn Guy 4.00 5 9-1
2 2 Battle of Bastogne 12.00 7 13-1

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.