Aqueduct Horse Racing Picks for Sunday, February 16, 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
3 3 The Monopoly Man 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Prince of Truth 2.50 1.1 2-1
4 4 Silo Ridge 1.80 1.5 3-1
5 5 Light the Way 3.00 3.8 7-1
2 2 Face the Facts 15.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Aelfgar 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Revivalism 3.50 1 2-1
3 3 Runamor 1.80 1.4 3-1
2 2 Romeo Void 3.50 4.4 8-1
5 5 Cada Dia Mejor 15.00 5.6 11-1
9 9 Premier Cru 15.00 6.4 12-1
1 1 Chasing Colton 10.00 7.4 14-1
8 8 Fines Creek 15.00 7.4 14-1
7 7 Monomoy Beach 6.00 8.1 15-1
6 6 Daytona Moonshine 20.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Dear Chairman 1.60 1 2-1
5 5 Miles and Miles 4.50 2.9 5-1
6 6 Asset Management 3.50 3.2 6-1
1 1 Magni 4.50 3.7 7-1
2 2 Lucky Dragon 8.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 Powered by Coal 6.00 6 11-1
4 4 Dominican Pirate 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 She’s Cool 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Beira 4.50 2.7 5-1
8 8 Blenheim Baby 6.00 3.8 7-1
2 2 Dat Dares Right 20.00 5.5 10-1
1 1 To Be Loved by You 8.00 6.4 12-1
6 6 Street View 4.00 6.5 12-1
3 3 Montauk Mystique 20.00 8 15-1
4 4 Focus Pocus 2.50 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 1 Chelsea Wall 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 April Antics 5.00 2.1 4-1
1A 7 Halo City 4.00 3 6-1
5 4 Obstinate 8.00 3.4 6-1
7 8 Find Your Joy 3.00 4 8-1
3 2 Raw Power 6.00 4.8 9-1
1 5 Jolly Miss Jill 4.00 4.9 9-1
4 3 Sister Linda 12.00 5.4 10-1
8 9 Condiment Girl 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 5 Gun It 3.50 1 2-1
2 1 Runnin’ Ray 3.00 1.1 2-1
3 2 Margin of Air 6.00 3.4 6-1
1A 6 Magnolia Midnight 3.50 5.1 10-1
4 3 Chelonian 15.00 5.5 10-1
9 10 Seeking Unity 5.00 5.7 11-1
7 8 Mandatory 10.00 5.8 11-1
5 4 O’Conner Sunset 30.00 8.3 16-1
8 9 Costa Terra 8.00 8.3 16-1
6 7 Magical Ways 4.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1A 9 Golden Degree 2.50 1 2-1
7 8 Bells Beach 2.00 3.8 7-1
6 5 Next On Stage 5.00 3.9 7-1
3 1 Rising Inflation 3.50 5.2 10-1
2B 7 Call Her Bluff 6.00 5.3 10-1
5 4 Dazzy 10.00 6.7 13-1
2 6 Luna Moth 6.00 7 13-1
1 3 Save Us Melania 2.50 7.1 13-1
4 2 Saucy Six 30.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Ice Cream Boat 1.00 1 2-1
2 2 Grand Crossing 6.00 1.2 2-1
6 6 Melancia 5.00 1.2 2-1
1 1 Game Like Reyana 12.00 1.5 3-1
4 4 Spun Size 10.00 3.1 6-1
7 7 Maxaluna 8.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 Improbable Friend 12.00 6.4 12-1
3 3 Contract Law 20.00 7.4 14-1
8 8 Persuasive 15.00 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.