Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, October 31, 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
10 10 My Southern Girl 1.80 1 2-1
9 9 Surprise Sunrise 8.00 3.5 7-1
1 1 Hot Route 6.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 Lucky Juan 5.00 4.3 8-1
4 4 Never Walk Alone 15.00 4.5 9-1
8 8 La Picosita 10.00 6.2 12-1
5 5 Brand Bois 20.00 6.5 12-1
2 2 Timeformargaritas 5.00 6.9 13-1
7 7 Lundigrasmambo 15.00 7 13-1
3 3 Onedayatatime 12.00 8.6 16-1
12 12 Madame Markievicz 4.50 SCRATCH
11 11 Kisses for Cooper 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Bet Towinit 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Holiday Cheer 4.50 1.8 3-1
6 6 Ocean Jet 2.50 2.4 5-1
2 2 Shamay 6.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 First Love 10.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Gracie Diamond 15.00 4 8-1
1 1 Tap Galore 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 One Sweet Deal 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 Divine Warrior 8.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Be Back Again 2.00 2.4 4-1
4 4 What a Hangover 6.00 3.3 6-1
7 7 Lady Q 20.00 3.6 7-1
6 6 It’s Just Simple 8.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Princess Deeana 12.00 6 11-1
9 9 Educated Wish 20.00 6.8 13-1
3 3 Louisiana Woman 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Floating 4.00 1 2-1
1 1 Easy Bet 5.00 1.8 3-1
6 6 Mission Belle 2.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 Gee Gee 10.00 3.7 7-1
7 7 Dream Town 8.00 4.2 8-1
3 3 New Destiny 2.50 4.6 9-1
5 5 Lexington Diva 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Backfire 4.50 1 2-1
1 1 Rhum Saint Esprit 2.00 1.9 4-1
4 4 Kinsman Redeemer 3.00 2 4-1
9 9 Silver Redesdale 10.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 Baby’s Last Dance 15.00 5 9-1
8 8 Steel Argument 8.00 5.9 11-1
3 3 Mr Ramirez 6.00 5.9 11-1
5 5 Josan 20.00 7.1 13-1
6 6 Temple City Run 20.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Play Mo 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Pacificislandtime 2.50 2 4-1
6 6 Cajun Ami 4.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Peso Pesado 4.50 5 9-1
7 7 Cabro Toro 15.00 6.6 12-1
8 8 Sunday Breeze 8.00 7.1 13-1
5 5 Get Them Justin 12.00 7.5 14-1
4 4 Muffin Nuts 12.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Bourbon Heist 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Lauri’s Wish 5.00 1.6 3-1
7 7 Life Is a Banquet 15.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 Half Brother 6.00 1.7 3-1
6 6 Iron in the Fire 8.00 2.2 4-1
10 10 Jeffrow 12.00 4 8-1
8 8 McLaren Vale 12.00 4 8-1
1 1 Sivako 8.00 5.1 10-1
4 4 Uxmal 15.00 6.7 13-1
9 9 Comanche Warrior 3.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Sonya Knows Better 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Seasonal Love 6.00 1 2-1
8 8 Didja 10.00 1.3 2-1
10 10 Loudermilk 2.50 1.4 3-1
6 6 Paynted Blue 8.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 El Rojo Vivo 3.50 3.7 7-1
2 2 Classy Socks 5.00 4.9 9-1
9 9 Flashy Lover 20.00 5 9-1
4 4 Konawa 8.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Mr Liam and Alan 20.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Mischievous Rumor 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Blume 6.00 1 2-1
10 10 Hudson’s Day 2.50 1.9 4-1
8 8 Rexinator 15.00 2 4-1
2 2 Zippy Toga 5.00 3 6-1
7 7 Muncle 4.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Kee Jee 12.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Misterholyroller 20.00 4.6 9-1
1 1 Mischevious Robert 20.00 4.9 9-1
9 9 Native Requite 10.00 6.1 11-1
3 3 A True Target 6.00 6.6 12-1
12 12 Beaudean 20.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Gibson 15.00 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.