Delaware Park Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, August 13, 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
6 6 First Glimpse 8.00 1 2-1
4 4 In the Dance 4.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Harvard 6.00 3.5 7-1
7 7 Hoku 10.00 5.4 10-1
5 5 Alvy 8.00 5.4 10-1
1 1 Sir Exton 3.00 6.1 12-1
2 2 Melt With You 2.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Hey Big Un 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 Possum 8.00 3 6-1
3 3 Preacha Meyers 6.00 3.4 6-1
4 4 Top Blood 8.00 3.6 7-1
6 6 Big Tankness 1.80 SCRATCH
5 5 Hot Stott 2.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Makoa 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 Elfuegomasbrilante 2.50 2.8 5-1
3 3 Return Fire 12.00 3.2 6-1
4 4 Kunooz 4.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Fightnomoreforever 6.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Half a League 10.00 5.2 10-1
8 8 If I Were You 3.50 5.2 10-1
6 6 Spy Wars 10.00 6.9 13-1
10 10 Sharp Red Eagle 15.00 SCRATCH
11 11 I Wanna Rock 20.00 SCRATCH
13 13 Phobia 20.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Pure Realization 20.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Royal Browne 5.00 SCRATCH
14 14 Muthabir 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Striking Sparks 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Style Me Royal 3.00 2.1 4-1
1 1 Secret Treasure 5.00 2.9 5-1
4 4 Level Up 10.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 Sagrada Ray 6.00 3.6 7-1
8 8 Bird King 6.00 4.1 8-1
3 3 Master of None 10.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 The Colora Kid 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Hidden Motive 10.00 1 2-1
8 8 Gallant Lad 4.00 1.1 2-1
1 1 Redemption Speight 3.50 1.4 3-1
3 3 Luca Machine 10.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Tate’s War Cry 15.00 3.9 7-1
10 10 Smart Uncle 2.50 3.9 7-1
2 2 Juris Doctor 6.00 6.3 12-1
12 12 Frame Up 20.00 6.4 12-1
7 7 Toro Jr. 12.00 9.1 17-1
5 5 Scottish Storm 10.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Wyoming Class 10.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Dr. Merciless 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Augustine Red 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Neon Sign 4.00 1.1 2-1
6 6 Dewy’s Beast 3.50 1.2 2-1
7 7 Boat Song 6.00 2.2 4-1
5 5 Frosty the Giant 12.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Runyonesque 10.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Thataway 8.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Easy Action 8.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Harp’s Hot Corner 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Versus 2.00 1.4 3-1
6 6 Understudy Kitty 4.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 Stormy Flight 8.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Mosler Time 8.00 4.8 9-1
7 7 St. John’s 3.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Recker Point 8.00 SCRATCH
3 3 War Master 10.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Adero 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Wild Vine 2.00 1.4 3-1
7 7 St. Jude 4.00 1.6 3-1
5 5 Khozeiress 8.00 2 4-1
3 3 Goodbye Note 6.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 Ten Gauge 10.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Give It a Whirl 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Sandini 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Kuz It’s Chilly 8.00 2.4 5-1
4 4 Notturno 6.00 3.3 6-1
2 2 Amazing Bernie 4.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 Ray’s Blue Wagon 3.00 4.8 9-1
7 7 Brindano 8.00 6.8 13-1
3 3 Knockout Guy 10.00 7 13-1

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.