Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, October 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 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Perfect Deal 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Campout 3.50 1.4 3-1
3 3 Alltail 4.50 1.8 3-1
7 7 Frisee 5.00 2 4-1
8 8 Acadiana 6.00 2.4 5-1
4 4 Kisses for Cooper 8.00 3.2 6-1
1 1 Mopac Traffic 10.00 4 8-1
5 5 Lundigrasmambo 20.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Hap Hot 1.80 1 2-1
2 2 The Donegal Clan 2.50 1.4 3-1
3 3 Mr McGregor 4.50 2.4 5-1
1 1 Ready to Purrform 6.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Grand Academic 8.00 4.3 8-1
4 4 Orleans Tourist 12.00 6.4 12-1
7 7 Sign of War 15.00 8 15-1
6 6 Cowan 15.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Housequake 2.50 1 2-1
12 12 Top Notch Protocol 3.50 1.6 3-1
3 3 He’s Ready to Win 4.00 1.9 4-1
1 1 Deacon Jones 4.50 2.3 4-1
11 11 Blesseduponastar 6.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 Lightning Twirl 6.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Nathan Henry 8.00 4.5 8-1
2 2 Collect Now 8.00 4.5 8-1
9 9 Rescue Squad 15.00 8.9 17-1
8 8 Cajun Moviestar 15.00 8.9 17-1
4 4 Silent Ruler 15.00 8.9 17-1
6 6 Pocketful of Money 20.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Hurricane Kate 1.60 1 2-1
6 6 Bennie Bee 3.50 1.9 3-1
2 2 El Gansito 4.50 2.3 4-1
5 5 Dayofthewarrior 5.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 World Renowned 6.00 3 6-1
4 4 Rockin’ Lilith 10.00 4.8 9-1
1 1 Velocity Storm 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Peso Pesado 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Sarah’s Vision 4.00 1.7 3-1
12 12 Wicked Rose 4.50 2 4-1
4 4 Feathers Road 5.00 2.3 4-1
1 1 Golden Quality 5.00 2.3 4-1
10 10 Kajun Karma 6.00 2.9 6-1
6 6 Fort Bonz 8.00 4.2 8-1
11 11 Insignis 8.00 4.2 8-1
3 3 Wilton 15.00 8.8 17-1
2 2 Bello Creedo 15.00 8.8 17-1
5 5 Johnnysjourney 20.00 12 23-1
9 9 Easy Big Boy 20.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 C C Short Drive 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Viv’s Wild Aces 3.50 1.6 3-1
2 2 Debbies Passage 5.00 2.4 5-1
11 11 Two Jet 8.00 4.1 8-1
9 9 Raise the Alarm 8.00 4.1 8-1
10 10 Diamond Empress 8.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Dolly’s Guitar 10.00 5.3 10-1
5 5 Jaydyn Cat 12.00 6.4 12-1
3 3 Lady Cheryl’s Song 12.00 6.4 12-1
4 4 One Line Ruler 12.00 6.4 12-1
8 8 Lassie Bee 20.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Hay Jude 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Hard Line 4.00 2.3 4-1
11 11 Hawija 4.50 2.6 5-1
6 6 Game Port 6.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Chad’s Flashy Ways 8.00 4.8 9-1
1 1 Majority Opinion 8.00 4.8 9-1
5 5 Louisiana Jess 10.00 6 11-1
7 7 Gem Buoy 12.00 7.2 14-1
2 2 A Million Moons 12.00 7.2 14-1
12 12 Baileys Bro 20.00 12 23-1
10 10 Summertime Peppers 20.00 12 23-1
8 8 Crigler 20.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Z Star 2.50 1 2-1
11 11 Nonchalant 3.00 1.3 2-1
6 6 Otter Creek 3.50 1.6 3-1
9 9 Safe Bet 5.00 2.6 5-1
1 1 Billy Bowlegs 6.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Flashin Chip 8.00 4.5 8-1
2 2 Bad Brad 10.00 5.7 11-1
4 4 Temple City Run 12.00 7 13-1
3 3 He’s Super Wicked 12.00 7 13-1
8 8 Cajun Blast 20.00 12 23-1
12 12 Baby’s Last Dance 20.00 12 23-1
10 10 Joseph H 20.00 12 23-1

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.