Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, January 8, 2025

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 Salt Spray (IRE) 0.60 1 2-1
4 4 K R Power Storm 12.00 5 9-1
10 10 Patek 8.00 5.9 11-1
9 9 Mr. Texas Charm 12.00 6.1 12-1
8 8 Natural High 20.00 7.1 13-1
7 7 Superhero 20.00 7.4 14-1
6 6 Voyant 20.00 7.5 14-1
3 3 Mr. Ronnie 20.00 7.6 14-1
1 1 Majestic Palace 10.00 7.6 14-1
2 2 Achromedoutcat 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Doctored Deal 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 He’s Just Lucky 3.00 1.9 3-1
3 3 Big Chopper 4.50 2.3 4-1
7 7 Strong Promise 4.00 3 6-1
2 2 Marks Promise 2.50 3.4 6-1
4 4 Stovall 8.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 Doublediamond Deal 15.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Graceful Star 4.50 1 2-1
1 1 Thats Unbelievable 2.00 1.2 2-1
4 4 Jojo Bean 3.00 1.3 2-1
3 3 La Palabra 10.00 2.9 5-1
7 7 Neon Moonlight 4.00 3 6-1
5 5 Dreamchaser Jewels 8.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 Tizzira 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Distorted Math 15.00 1 2-1
1 1 Daddy’s Finest 2.00 1.7 3-1
2 2 I’m a Night Train 3.50 2.3 4-1
5 5 Custom Star 4.50 3.6 7-1
6 6 Still On the Books 6.00 4 7-1
3 3 Tommy Six Fingers 5.00 5.4 10-1
8 8 Gold Capo 8.00 7.7 15-1
4 4 Meet Kevin 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Dewclaw 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Tap the Tequila 3.50 2.3 4-1
8 8 Greatizlove 4.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 Butchy Boy 8.00 4.8 9-1
2 2 El Lagarto 15.00 5.3 10-1
5 5 Irish Billy 15.00 5.9 11-1
4 4 Mr Doris 6.00 7 13-1
3 3 Silent Rage 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Apriority Magic 8.00 1 2-1
7 7 Sheza Hot Storm 10.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Astrology Girl 4.50 2.9 5-1
4 4 One Line Ruler 3.50 3.3 6-1
8 8 Maximum Moxie 8.00 4 8-1
5 5 Hopeshecanrun 6.00 4.4 8-1
3 3 Custom Candy 2.50 5.3 10-1
1 1 Calling 12.00 6.9 13-1
2 2 Mydealoftheday 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Call My Banker 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 My Uncle Leon 5.00 2.3 4-1
9 9 Elusive d’Oro 3.50 2.4 5-1
7 7 Talk to Tokey 10.00 2.9 5-1
1 1 Crimson Storm 12.00 4 8-1
3 3 Fahan 6.00 4.5 9-1
6 6 Muffin Nuts 8.00 4.8 9-1
4 4 Lexington River 15.00 5.2 10-1
2 2 Skippa 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Ragtime Blues 8.00 1 2-1
4 4 Big Rojo 2.50 1.6 3-1
1 1 Violent Gigi 5.00 1.8 3-1
10 10 Mor Big Lee 3.50 2.4 5-1
5 5 Mint 12.00 2.5 5-1
7 7 Pinch Me a Penny 15.00 4.5 8-1
8 8 Bleep Bleep 12.00 4.6 9-1
9 9 Birthday Party 6.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Easy Big Boy 15.00 5.4 10-1
3 3 Uncle Brad 12.00 7 13-1
11 11 Lover Boy 8.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Unfathomed 8.00 SCRATCH

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.