Aqueduct Horse Racing Picks for Friday, March 29, 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
4 4 Emerald Forest 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Saffa’s Day 3.50 2.6 5-1
2 2 Cees Get Degrees 5.00 3.6 7-1
1 1 Kupp 3.00 4.6 9-1
5 5 Lost in Rome 4.00 5.8 11-1
6 6 Lord Captain 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Trafalgar 0.80 1 2-1
2 2 Just Call Ray 8.00 4 7-1
1 1 Mystic Night 2.50 4.2 8-1
3 3 Predicted 12.00 4.9 9-1
6 6 First Glimpse 6.00 5.5 10-1
4 4 Thunderian 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Malu 1.00 1 2-1
5 5 Dream On Cara 6.00 1.4 3-1
8 8 The Splendid One 3.00 2.8 5-1
2 2 Dramatic Effect 12.00 3 6-1
4 4 Jayla 12.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Krystalheir 8.00 6.1 12-1
1 1 My Gorgeous 20.00 7.4 14-1
3 3 Our Reward 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 What’s Up Bro 3.50 1 2-1
5 5 Kunshan Bridge 6.00 1.5 3-1
1 1 Bezos 15.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Chileno 3.50 5.1 10-1
3 3 Magic Express 2.00 5.5 10-1
6 6 Mandatory 2.50 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Tavin 5.00 1 2-1
9 9 Blue Eyed Warrior 5.00 1.2 2-1
2 2 Pretty Up 8.00 1.4 3-1
5 5 Love Like Crazy 6.00 2.4 4-1
4 4 Sun and Wind 5.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 Awesome Glo 6.00 6 11-1
7 7 Bornforgreatness 15.00 8.4 16-1
8 8 Dame Catherine 4.50 8.5 16-1
1 1 Amy’s Light 6.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Locke and Key 5.00 1 2-1
4 4 Beach Boy Al 6.00 1.8 3-1
6 6 Donegal Surges 1.60 2.3 4-1
3 3 The Institute 6.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Ten Cent Town 2.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 D’ont Lose Cruz 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Apollo Rising 1.20 1 2-1
1 1 Gut Feeling 6.00 1.3 3-1
2 2 Collect From Ike 12.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 Seeking Unity 3.50 2.8 5-1
5 5 Grandpa’s Kid 4.50 3 6-1
4 4 What a Blast 8.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Memphis 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Magnificent Mile 4.50 1 2-1
9 11 Thank You Jon 3.00 1.2 2-1
8 9 Pineapple Man 5.00 1.7 3-1
3 3 Quick Hammer 10.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Agility 8.00 3.4 6-1
7 8 Chalky Cat 8.00 3.6 7-1
2B 10 G Munning 4.00 3.9 7-1
1A 2 Freeze Pop 4.50 4.2 8-1
6 6 Youbetterbejoking 8.00 4.2 8-1
2 7 South Street 4.00 9.5 18-1
5 5 Dads Good Runner 20.00 11 21-1

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.