Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, January 15, 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 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Katies Factor 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 Sarah’s Court 2.50 1.1 2-1
4 4 Amy D 4.50 1.4 3-1
7 7 Early Dawn 8.00 2.6 5-1
1 1 Black Ace 6.00 3.1 6-1
2 2 Dolly’s Guitar 10.00 4.5 9-1
5 5 Raise the Alarm 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Absaroka 8.00 1 2-1
2 2 Biloxi 2.00 2.4 4-1
1 1 Zong Tough 12.00 2.9 6-1
5 5 Emerald Express 5.00 3.4 6-1
7 7 Dynamic Sun 3.50 3.6 7-1
4 4 Silent Power 4.00 3.6 7-1
6 6 Unfathomed 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
Won Bright Light 0 0-1
4 4 Perfect Deal 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 At First Light 15.00 4.7 9-1
6 6 Deal Breaking Dame 10.00 6.2 12-1
5 5 Acadiana 8.00 6.9 13-1
8 8 Fully Blessed 2.50 7.1 13-1
3 3 Real Silk 15.00 8.2 16-1
7 7 Bayou Chick 6.00 8.3 16-1
9 9 Won Bright Light 4.50 8.7 16-1
2 2 Mo Sister 8.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Magic Castle 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Unbowed 10.00 2.5 5-1
6 6 Global Stage 5.00 3.9 7-1
1 1 Kid Shelleen 4.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Pomeroy Haze 6.00 5.5 10-1
8 8 Super Curioso (ARG) 5.00 5.8 11-1
3 3 Lover Boy 6.00 7.8 15-1
9 9 Black Candy 12.00 8.1 15-1
5 5 Uptown Social 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Yakety Yak 4.00 1 2-1
8 8 Autumn Rob 2.50 1.9 4-1
7 7 Lacey’s Kat 8.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Saucy Argument 4.50 2.9 6-1
6 6 Spry Charlie 6.00 4 7-1
9 9 Tucker the Grump 12.00 4.5 9-1
1 1 Friend’s Do Care 20.00 4.6 9-1
10 10 Gloria’s Boy 8.00 5.5 10-1
2 2 Mischevious Robert 15.00 7 13-1
3 3 Joseph H 20.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Aller Vite 3.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Maximus Freedom 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Guitar Doctor 6.00 2.6 5-1
9 9 Motor City 2.50 2.8 5-1
6 6 Bay Baybe 6.00 2.8 5-1
8 8 Tripple D Ruller 6.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Loudermilk 12.00 4.7 9-1
1 1 Run Carlos 8.00 6 11-1
7 7 All About Croge 20.00 7.2 14-1
2 2 Craken Jax 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 A Million Stars 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 Titanium Deal 2.50 3.3 6-1
2 2 Pitch and Run 10.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Heavenly Deal 8.00 3.9 7-1
1 1 Reddingandlee 12.00 3.9 7-1
8 8 Gobot 15.00 4 8-1
4 4 Midnight Halo 3.50 5.2 10-1
5 5 Chad’s Flash 8.00 SCRATCH
3 3 My Pal Sweet 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 All in Good Time 5.00 1 2-1
10 10 A G’s Gem 10.00 1.6 3-1
6 6 Knight’s Gold 3.00 3.2 6-1
9 9 Astrology Wonowon 4.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Rip Rules 15.00 3.8 7-1
8 8 Alines Valentine 12.00 4.5 8-1
3 3 B D Primary Ours 6.00 5.2 10-1
4 4 Way too Tough 10.00 6.6 12-1
7 7 Summer Reunion 6.00 7.5 14-1
1 1 Red On the Head 20.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Middleofthefairway 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.