Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, November 20, 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 Indy Charge 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Johnson 3.50 1.8 3-1
6 6 After the Game 10.00 1.8 3-1
4 4 Silver Redesdale 5.00 2 4-1
2 2 Crigler 12.00 3.2 6-1
1 1 Midnight Humor 12.00 3.9 7-1
9 9 Freddie by a Nose 8.00 4.1 8-1
5 5 Hawaiian Argument 15.00 6.6 12-1
8 8 Grey Shadow 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Miss Cheese Bread 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 D’busker 4.50 1.9 4-1
8 8 Love in the Dark 5.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 Riptide Rose 8.00 5 10-1
5 5 This Gray Mischiev 20.00 5.3 10-1
10 10 Mid West Fun 10.00 6 11-1
9 9 Gigi’s Luv 8.00 6.6 13-1
6 6 Five Leaf Clover 20.00 7.7 15-1
4 4 Tensas Clear 15.00 7.9 15-1
3 3 Inez 5.00 8.4 16-1
11 11 Talkabout 8.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Baby Jane 3.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Friendly Hint 8.00 1 2-1
9 9 Blazing Saber 4.00 1.8 3-1
8 8 Uninspired 3.00 2.5 5-1
2 2 Steve’s Trouble 5.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Like Clockwork 20.00 4.6 9-1
4 4 Lincoln Production 8.00 4.6 9-1
1 1 Toms Lucky Mo 6.00 5.5 10-1
7 7 Cut Day 8.00 7 13-1
10 10 Box of Candy 20.00 8.2 15-1
5 5 Embrace My Heart 12.00 9 17-1
11 11 Easy Eddie A 20.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Mo Can Do 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Glacial Power 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Quinnsaltyofficer 6.00 1.8 3-1
5 5 Mr Liam and Alan 6.00 3.8 7-1
2 2 Theboyz Warning 12.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Auto Dial 8.00 4.4 8-1
9 9 Catalina Express 3.50 4.5 9-1
6 6 Staniel Cay 15.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Deal Em Justice 8.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 Ciel 15.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Changing Times 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Dried Pepper 8.00 1.8 3-1
2 2 Emerald Express 3.50 1.9 4-1
1 1 Smoothdini 4.50 2.5 5-1
7 7 Baron of the Nile 6.00 3 6-1
5 5 Zong Tough 10.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Napoleonic Code 10.00 4.6 9-1
9 9 Colonel Barton 12.00 6.1 12-1
10 10 William Gustavo 20.00 7 13-1
11 11 Two Worlds 20.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Global Pride 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 The Boss Soss 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 Iron in the Fire 3.50 1.7 3-1
7 7 Sophie’s Painter 5.00 3.2 6-1
6 6 Red Idol 10.00 3.4 7-1
4 4 Bayou Jam 6.00 4.7 9-1
1 1 Muffin Nuts 12.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Slew City Henry 15.00 6 11-1
8 8 Grunt 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 The Girl in Red 6.00 1 2-1
4 4 Nomoretanlines 2.50 1.9 4-1
9 9 Bold Exaggeration 4.50 2.3 4-1
7 7 Grace the Kingdom 10.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 Raise the Alarm 3.50 3.9 7-1
5 5 Misty Mood 12.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Magic Glass 10.00 4.6 9-1
2 2 Who’s Madie 8.00 5.2 10-1
8 8 Amy D 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Drobny 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Louisiana Boss 8.00 2.1 4-1
8 8 You’re On Mute 4.50 3.1 6-1
5 5 Last Second Louie 10.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Arromax 3.50 4.8 9-1
4 4 Dustin the Diamond 6.00 6 11-1
1 1 Hard Kings 15.00 6.1 12-1
3 3 Chief Kimosabi 20.00 8.4 16-1
7 7 White Ice 12.00 9 17-1

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.