Fair Grounds 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
6 6 Silent Breeze 3.50 1 2-1
3 3 Starry Eyed 4.00 1.2 2-1
1 1 Angelic Knight 4.50 1.5 3-1
5 5 Custom Cadillac 6.00 2.2 4-1
8 8 Louisiana Wildlife 6.00 2.2 4-1
9 9 Final Half 6.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Cesium 10.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Gold Thief 10.00 4.2 8-1
2 2 Anacreon 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Louisiana Champions Day Ladies Turf S.) – Louisiana Champions Day Ladies Turf S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Highly Wicked 1.20 1 2-1
3 3 Rising Inflation 1.40 1.1 2-1
4 4 Norah G 4.50 2 4-1
1 1 Clearly a Test 8.00 3 6-1
5 5 Kalil 15.00 5 9-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Louisiana Champions Day Ladies Sprint S.) – Louisiana Champions Day Ladies Sprint S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Secret Faith 0.60 1 2-1
3 3 Six String 3.50 2 4-1
2 2 Blue Fire 3.50 2 4-1
4 4 Fast Flame 10.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 Beleout 12.00 5 9-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Louisiana Champions Day Classic S.) – Louisiana Champions Day Classic S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Touchuponastar 0.40 1 2-1
6 6 Letmikefigureitout 4.00 1.4 3-1
4 4 Benoit 8.00 1.8 3-1
3 3 Sippin On Gin 8.00 1.8 3-1
5 5 He’s Late Again 12.00 2.2 4-1
1 1 Sonya Knows Better 50.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Tensas Camp Road 4.00 1 2-1
11 11 Mi Solution 4.50 1.4 3-1
5 5 Flash N Class 4.50 1.4 3-1
7 7 Slick and Fast 6.00 2.5 5-1
12 12 Coffee County 8.00 4 8-1
9 9 Captivating Star 8.00 4 8-1
13 13 Moment of Stardom 10.00 5.5 10-1
6 6 Munnings Catsle 10.00 5.5 10-1
1 1 Petitfor 10.00 5.5 10-1
2 2 Jackson D 10.00 5.5 10-1
8 8 Turf Monster 12.00 7 13-1
4 4 Achromedoutcat 15.00 9.3 17-1
3 3 Tonteria 20.00 13 25-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Louisiana Champions Day Lassie S.) – Louisiana Champions Day Lassie S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Little Miss Curlin 1.20 1 2-1
1 1 Thrill Seeker 2.00 1.3 2-1
4 4 Wickedwithbourbon 4.50 2.2 4-1
3 3 Liteupthenite 6.00 2.7 5-1
2 2 Swampy 10.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 She’s a Live Wire 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
12 12 Dapper Moon 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 Boss of All Bosses 3.50 1 2-1
5 5 Pegaso 4.00 1.3 3-1
7 7 Fran’s Star 4.50 1.7 3-1
3 3 Calicoco 6.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 My Pal Sweet 8.00 4 8-1
2 2 Sonya Knows Better 10.00 5.3 10-1
9 9 Laser Clad 12.00 6.7 13-1
10 10 House Bourbon 15.00 8.7 16-1
11 11 Titanium Deal 15.00 8.7 16-1
4 4 Razor Crest 15.00 8.7 16-1
8 8 Wayside Drive 20.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Louisiana Champions Day Juvenile S.) – Louisiana Champions Day Juvenile S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Creole Chrome 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Randemonium 3.50 1.1 2-1
5 5 Our Moneyman 4.00 1.2 2-1
6 6 Mr Mo Money 6.00 1.5 3-1
1 1 Scar Ship 6.00 1.5 3-1
2 2 Dynamite Tonight 6.00 1.5 3-1
7 7 Golden Mane 12.00 2.5 5-1
9 9 Chariot 20.00 3.9 7-1
4 4 Tdzmystreaminhint 50.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Louisiana Champions Day Turf S.) – Louisiana Champions Day Turf S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Letmikefigureitout 3.50 1 2-1
11 11 Allnight Moonlight 5.00 2 4-1
6 6 Good and Stout 5.00 2 4-1
4 4 Mangum 6.00 2.7 5-1
7 7 Pegaso 6.00 2.7 5-1
5 5 Wicked Secret 8.00 4 8-1
12 12 Fran’s Star 8.00 4 8-1
8 8 Cajun Mitole 10.00 5.3 10-1
9 9 Woods N Water 12.00 6.7 13-1
10 10 He’s Late Again 12.00 6.7 13-1
3 3 Behemah Star 20.00 12 23-1
2 2 Big Chopper 20.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Louisiana Champions Day Sprint S.) – Louisiana Champions Day Sprint S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Not On Herb 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Geaux Sugar 2.50 1.3 2-1
2 2 El Dinero 3.50 1.9 4-1
4 4 Hay Jude 4.50 2.6 5-1
6 6 Strong Promise 8.00 4.8 9-1
3 3 F T W Slam 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 11 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Running Faith 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Jet Ruckus 3.00 1.2 2-1
5 5 Mo Echos 4.00 1.6 3-1
7 7 Sweet Aurora G 5.00 2 4-1
1 1 Stella Guitar 5.00 2 4-1
4 4 Custom Ruby 8.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Cause We Can 12.00 4.8 9-1
8 8 Rainy Day 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 12 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Sweet Darlin 1.40 1 2-1
11 11 Jaydyn Cat 4.50 1.6 3-1
7 7 Zipping Molly 6.00 2 4-1
8 8 Emilyhasherturn 8.00 2.4 4-1
5 5 Alexaplayborntorun 12.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Daisy de Oro 12.00 3.2 6-1
9 9 Copper Moon 12.00 3.2 6-1
2 2 Steal Me Over 12.00 3.2 6-1
4 4 Honor His Half 12.00 3.2 6-1
6 6 Hey Madalyn Claire 20.00 4.8 9-1
10 10 Fitts N Starts 50.00 11 21-1

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.