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Parx Racing Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, May 17, 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 Mr. Hustle 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Wynn Giant 6.00 1.5 3-1
2 2 Level Up 5.00 1.6 3-1
4 4 Pit Boss 3.50 2.9 6-1
5 5 Aula 3.00 3.1 6-1
1 1 Youbetterbejoking 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Miss Raucus 1.20 1 2-1
6 6 Incan Moon Goddess 15.00 1.6 3-1
7 7 Norho’s Gamble 15.00 1.6 3-1
2 2 Creamrisestothetop 15.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 Bahamian Baby 10.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Lookin At Star 5.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Hurricane Jane 2.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Grand Commander 3.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Old Marsh 1.80 1.5 3-1
6 6 Sams After Party 4.50 2.6 5-1
1 1 Redoubtableripken 3.50 3.3 6-1
3 3 Adios Jersey 12.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 Gentleman Don 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Whoosh 4.50 1 2-1
1 1 Sheer Dominance 5.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Skinny Joey 2.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 King Swansboro 10.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 McKirgan 5.00 4.5 8-1
4 4 Wild Captain 3.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Tuff Constitution 10.00 1 2-1
3 3 Final Shot 6.00 1.9 4-1
4 4 Get Set 3.00 3.4 6-1
6 6 Guaponess 6.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Grahmalamadingdong 6.00 4.5 8-1
2 2 Jester’s Song 4.50 SCRATCH
1 1 Roan Burgundy 4.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Soze 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Ava K’s Boy 0.80 1 2-1
1 1 Pylon 5.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Shanghai Superfly 15.00 4.3 8-1
4 4 The Grayt Pumpkin 6.00 5 9-1
5 5 Bargaining Power 10.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 Jebologist 4.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Banjo 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 Maliblue 2.50 1.2 2-1
6 6 Munyhungry 6.00 1.7 3-1
1 1 Lucchesi 4.50 3.2 6-1
5 5 Chineseiam 6.00 3.4 6-1
3 3 Coach Clint 10.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 Highs N Goes 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Shubagail 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 Stress Reliever 2.50 3 6-1
2 2 Taliesin 2.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Something Simple 8.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Greyhound Station 6.00 4.8 9-1
7 7 E T’s Gypsy Rose 6.00 6.4 12-1
5 5 Classic Mystery 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Far Mo Power 5.00 1 2-1
1 1 One More Scoop 5.00 1.1 2-1
5 5 Windsor Gold 2.50 1.9 4-1
6 6 Repo Rocks 3.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Bump N Run 12.00 2.5 5-1
2 2 Movisitor 5.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Houghton Shuffle 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Rumint 5.00 1 2-1
10 10 Tiz Race Day 5.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Gun Runnin’ Gal 10.00 2.2 4-1
1 1 Amaterasu 15.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Girlfromouterspace 10.00 2.8 5-1
2 2 Titoschangedmyluck 4.00 3.1 6-1
8 8 Amy Mule 6.00 3.7 7-1
9 9 Amalfi Lady 10.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Chelsea Wall 4.50 SCRATCH
6 6 Job’s Not Finished 12.00 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.

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