Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, January 18, 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 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 New Boots 1.40 1 2-1
1 1 Not the First Time 3.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Thorold Miss 6.00 5.1 10-1
5 5 Good Morning Mercy 15.00 5.3 10-1
2 2 Gala Dancer 6.00 5.5 10-1
4 4 Cayuga 30.00 6.1 11-1
8 8 Marmara 8.00 6.5 12-1
7 7 Sweetheart Moon 15.00 6.6 12-1
3 3 Heaven’s Promise 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Everett’s Song 3.50 1 2-1
3 3 Ace Nine Nine 2.50 1.2 2-1
8 8 Rhumjar 10.00 4 8-1
6 6 Galatians 4.50 4.8 9-1
7 7 Master of None 12.00 6.4 12-1
4 4 Divine Armor 3.00 6.5 12-1
2 2 Gambling Tzar 8.00 6.9 13-1
1 1 Agarramesipuedes 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Night Preacher 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Blo By’em 5.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Latin Rebel 10.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 Buzz Adams 12.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 Real Talented 4.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 Fly Pelican 12.00 4.1 8-1
4 4 Knucker Punk 15.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Fire of Anatolia 2.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Geisha S.) – Geisha S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
Call Another Play 0 0-1
2 2 Call Another Play 8.00 1 2-1
3 3 Oncourtcommentator 1.60 1.6 3-1
7 7 Too Many Kisses 5.00 2.4 4-1
4 4 Gold Digging Broad 10.00 4.6 9-1
5 5 Royal Whisper 10.00 4.7 9-1
6 6 Bourbon Bon Bay 2.50 4.9 9-1
1 1 Mavilus 6.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Quick Tempo 3.50 1 2-1
7 7 Monday Morning Qb 2.00 2.5 5-1
8 8 Icing 20.00 4.1 8-1
10 10 Mister Agent 12.00 5.5 10-1
5 5 Irish Warlock 4.00 5.7 11-1
6 6 Nancy Made My Day 6.00 5.7 11-1
4 4 King’s River 20.00 5.8 11-1
9 9 Whiskey and You 12.00 6 11-1
2 2 Cajun Dream 15.00 7.3 14-1
3 3 Shape Note 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Jennings S.) – Jennings S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Speedyness 1.50 1 2-1
6 6 Quint’s Brew 5.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Hittheroadjak 6.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Big Blue Line 4.50 4.7 9-1
1 1 Feeling Woozy 8.00 5.8 11-1
8 8 Brilliant Ice 10.00 5.9 11-1
5 5 Circle P 8.00 7.6 14-1
4 4 Captain Quint 20.00 8.9 17-1
7 7 Whiskeyinthejaro 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (What A Summer S.) – What A Summer S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Ms. Bucchero 4.00 1 2-1
4 4 Kant Hurry Love 1.40 1.1 2-1
6 6 St. Benedicts Prep 1.60 2.5 5-1
5 5 Happy Clouds 20.00 2.8 5-1
1 1 Spencerian 6.00 3.6 7-1
3 3 Don’t Tell Kelly 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Fire Plug S.) – Fire Plug S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Prince of Jericho 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Repo Rocks 1.60 2.8 5-1
7 7 On the Mark 8.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Tudox Opportunity 4.50 3.6 7-1
4 4 Freeze the Fire 12.00 3.9 7-1
2 2 No Easy Days 20.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 Full Irish 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Hot Boss 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Sunshine Hazel 4.50 1.4 3-1
6 6 Sweet No No 2.50 1.6 3-1
5 5 Vino Paella 3.50 4.2 8-1
7 7 Star Venezuelan 8.00 4.5 8-1
4 4 Sweet Wine 20.00 6.1 12-1
9 9 Ravenex 20.00 7 13-1
8 8 Born Charmer 8.00 7.2 14-1
3 3 Kaya Star 20.00 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.