Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, December 12, 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
1 1 Our Nugget 3.00 1 2-1
11 11 Senor Smoke 3.50 1.3 2-1
9 9 Severus Squall 5.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Lee’s Wicked One 5.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 The Petitioner 10.00 5.5 10-1
4 4 Valid Deelite 10.00 5.5 10-1
5 5 Knight’s Valor 15.00 8.8 17-1
2 2 Not Free 15.00 8.8 17-1
8 8 Isle Call U Later 20.00 12 23-1
10 10 Jusasteeledreamer 20.00 12 23-1
6 6 Redrebelproduction 20.00 12 23-1
12 12 Big Duck 20.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Shanghai Charlie 1.60 1 2-1
1 1 Krugerrand Kip 2.50 1.3 2-1
3 3 Little Lee 3.50 1.6 3-1
6 6 El Avion 4.50 2 4-1
4 4 Catalina Gold 10.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 El Gansito 20.00 7 13-1
7 7 Big Mo 20.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Justlikelouise 1.50 1 2-1
3 3 Golden Keen 2.50 1.4 3-1
5 5 Simply Grace 3.00 1.6 3-1
6 6 Cairo Dancer 5.00 2.3 4-1
2 2 Ida Lilly Girl 15.00 6 11-1
1 1 Shadow Dancer 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Taylors Wonder 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Seraphina Sea 2.50 1.1 2-1
6 6 K K’s First Dance 3.00 1.3 2-1
3 3 Foggy Morning 3.50 1.4 3-1
5 5 St. Tammany 6.00 2.1 4-1
1 1 Fund Lavender 20.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Catalina Day 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Prado’s Priority 3.00 1.2 2-1
2 2 Bind Faith 3.50 1.5 3-1
4 4 Drilling Report 4.00 1.7 3-1
1 1 Oceola 8.00 3.6 7-1
7 7 El Deal Me Aces 10.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Bad Brad 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Tarkington Sunrise 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Exploding Circle 4.50 2.7 5-1
10 10 Good by Faith 6.00 3.8 7-1
9 9 Rose Hill Rocket 6.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Shesasmalltowngirl 8.00 5.2 10-1
6 6 Our Indian Girl 10.00 6.5 12-1
1 1 Kancancutie 12.00 7.9 15-1
5 5 Golden Barcents 12.00 7.9 15-1
3 3 Micheline Gail 15.00 10 19-1
8 8 Red Revenger 15.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Benjamino 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Gomarkgo 3.00 1.4 3-1
2 2 All Honors 3.50 1.6 3-1
5 5 Ahooga 8.00 3 6-1
7 7 World Renowned 10.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 Velocity Storm 12.00 4.4 8-1
4 4 Charismatic Sailor 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Layla’s Song 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Uno Pea 2.50 1.2 2-1
6 6 Perceptive 3.50 1.6 3-1
7 7 Fern Spirit 6.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Be a Bandit 10.00 4.1 8-1
3 3 Hardly Mischievous 10.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Lightening Mo 10.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Saberfight 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 He’s Ready to Win 1.60 1 2-1
1 1 Ocean’s Ruler 4.50 2.7 5-1
10 10 Toms Lucky Mo 5.00 3 6-1
11 11 Lewis Memorial 10.00 6 11-1
6 6 Embrace My Heart 12.00 7.2 14-1
7 7 Easy Eddie A 12.00 7.2 14-1
3 3 Steve’s Trouble 12.00 7.2 14-1
2 2 Midnight Streak 15.00 9 17-1
9 9 Straight Dropbilly 15.00 9 17-1
12 12 B D Envisionist 20.00 12 23-1
4 4 Box of Candy 20.00 12 23-1
8 8 Littlebitofajimmy 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.