Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, December 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 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Peaceful Exit 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Longneck 2.50 1.3 2-1
2 2 Leobobanna 3.50 1.9 4-1
7 7 Mischievous Rumor 5.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Red Barron 6.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Cali Dreamin 8.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Blondate 12.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Midnight Passion 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Varinisi 3.00 1.5 3-1
4 4 Warrior’s Law 3.50 1.7 3-1
5 5 Sarah’s Rolling 4.50 2.1 4-1
3 3 Philly Kan 8.00 3.4 6-1
6 6 No Deductible 15.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Dr. Dean 1.80 1 2-1
2 2 All Lake 3.00 1.5 3-1
4 4 In the Gray 3.50 1.6 3-1
1 1 Too Many Titos 5.00 2.2 4-1
3 3 Double Deals 8.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Minimus Maximus 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Chad’s Flashy Ways 1.50 1 2-1
5 5 Majority Opinion 2.50 1.6 3-1
2 2 Lauri’s Wish 3.50 2.2 4-1
3 3 Tripple D Ruller 4.00 2.5 5-1
1 1 Safarinfas 6.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 The Boyz Priority 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Bayou Jam 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Wicked Rose 2.50 1.2 2-1
6 6 Napoleonic Code 5.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Shortlist 6.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Smoothdini 6.00 2.6 5-1
8 8 Tappin Fora Dance 15.00 6.1 11-1
2 2 William Gustavo 15.00 6.1 11-1
3 3 Business Model 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 High Adventure 2.50 1 2-1
9 9 Rock N Roll Bolt 3.50 1.6 3-1
8 8 Donegal Freedom 3.50 1.6 3-1
5 5 Leisurely 4.50 2.3 4-1
4 4 Mr Liam and Alan 10.00 5.7 11-1
2 2 Our Pact 10.00 5.7 11-1
7 7 Puppeteer 15.00 8.9 17-1
6 6 Eagle Point 15.00 8.9 17-1
10 10 Theboyz Warning 15.00 8.9 17-1
1 1 Superhero 20.00 12 23-1
11 11 Gone Elvis 20.00 12 23-1
12 12 Competitive Shock 20.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Dinahs Girl 1.80 1 2-1
4 4 Cute Dinero Queen 2.50 1.2 2-1
6 6 New Destiny 3.50 1.6 3-1
7 7 R T’s Gem 5.00 2.1 4-1
3 3 Miss Darlene 10.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 Xcaret 10.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 Grace the Kingdom 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Nasty Habit 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Grand Academic 2.50 1.2 2-1
5 5 McLaren Vale 3.00 1.4 3-1
2 2 Doctored Deal 4.00 1.8 3-1
6 6 Perfect Edge 6.00 2.5 5-1
1 1 Hoosier 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Top Notch Protocol 1.50 1 2-1
10 10 My Special Star 4.50 2.5 5-1
1 1 Blesseduponastar 6.00 3.2 6-1
9 9 Deelitesandimsum 8.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 Uninspired 8.00 4.2 8-1
2 2 Lewis Memorial 10.00 5.1 10-1
5 5 Zestiny 15.00 7.6 14-1
4 4 Berndt Marshmallow 15.00 7.6 14-1
3 3 Tommie’s True 20.00 10 19-1
7 7 Ayden’s Edge 20.00 10 19-1

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.