Delaware Park Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, May 22, 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
7 7 So Emotional 1.80 1 2-1
4 4 Never More Valor 15.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Mabee a Miracle 1.20 2.6 5-1
2 2 Savi Dancer 8.00 3.6 7-1
1 1 Sweet and Feisty 15.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Gortreagh Gal 15.00 4.8 9-1
3 3 Tale of Emmery 10.00 5.5 10-1
8 8 Electrica 15.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Eastbostonbenny 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Cattivo Ragazzo 1.60 1.6 3-1
2 2 Heaven’s Got Fire 3.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Dissolute 8.00 2.9 6-1
5 5 Gambe Forte 15.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Rapidity 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Reece’s Drama 20.00 1 2-1
10 10 Al Gimaam 6.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Exotic Cat 4.50 2 4-1
6 6 Lady Tozi 15.00 3.9 7-1
9 9 Wine Snob 20.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Tesoro Rossa 20.00 5.5 10-1
7 7 Affirmed Blessing 10.00 8.1 15-1
5 5 Indy’s Universe 3.50 SCRATCH
1 1 Pegster 1.40 SCRATCH
4 4 Queen Khaleesi 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Johnnyfrenchfri 3.00 1 2-1
4 4 Awesome Prince 4.00 2.4 5-1
2 2 Mat Matters 3.50 3.6 7-1
6 6 Excellent Timing 1.50 3.6 7-1
1 1 Sunset Town 8.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Greyzer 12.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Inchon 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 He’s Got Swagger 2.00 1.1 2-1
3 3 Steady John 15.00 2.1 4-1
5 5 Garden Leave 15.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 States United 12.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Just for Luck 3.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Sasse’s Class 6.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Transactional (GB) 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 True Sunshine 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Wait a Sec 6.00 1.7 3-1
1 1 Oscar Gaze 3.50 2.9 5-1
4 4 Beach Island 8.00 3.4 6-1
3 3 Fancy Princess 15.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Sapphire Beauty 10.00 4.5 8-1
2 2 Simmering 2.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
14 14 Academy 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 St Pete’s Passion 6.00 2.4 4-1
3 3 Zevon 10.00 3.5 7-1
9 9 Mr. Funtastico 4.50 4.2 8-1
10 10 Bayou Blitz 1.50 4.3 8-1
4 4 Richard Feynman 5.00 5.3 10-1
7 7 Mach Two Blue 20.00 6.2 12-1
12 12 Home Invasion 20.00 7 13-1
2 2 My Vacation 12.00 10.9 21-1
1 1 Heaven’s Champion 8.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Kitten’s Ploy 15.00 SCRATCH
13 13 It’s Electric 8.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Hope’s Alive 6.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Bully for You 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Quamash 6.00 1 2-1
8 8 Manseeyasway 15.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 Frame Up 20.00 4 8-1
3 3 Nat Gas 1.60 4.3 8-1
5 5 Midnight Ready 15.00 4.7 9-1
6 6 Luca Machine 12.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Lookin Like Lucky 4.00 5.9 11-1
7 7 Saffie Junior 2.50 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.