Parx Racing Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, December 17, 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 Booted Up 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Rocket Night 3.00 1.2 2-1
2 2 Prince Lucas 4.50 1.9 4-1
8 8 We Miss Neil 5.00 2.1 4-1
5 5 Stillwater Moon 6.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Aves Makin’ Waves 10.00 4.4 8-1
9 9 K’s Storm Ready 15.00 6.7 13-1
7 7 Coach Clint 15.00 6.7 13-1
3 3 El Dollar 20.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Outdoor Cat 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Nuedorf 4.00 1.4 3-1
4 4 Palm Island 4.50 1.6 3-1
3 3 Face the Facts 5.00 1.8 3-1
2 2 El Tinmarin 6.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Smoke Wagon 8.00 3.1 6-1
8 8 Rebel Invasion 15.00 5.9 11-1
1 1 Amore d’Oro 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Aztec 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Recker Point 3.50 1.3 2-1
6 6 Midlaner 4.00 1.6 3-1
2 2 Lucky Dude 4.50 1.9 4-1
4 4 Magnificent Mile 6.00 2.8 5-1
7 7 Prince Colton 6.00 2.8 5-1
1 1 Smooth Flyin Mike 10.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 Praetorian Guard 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Chelsea Wall 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Zoning Order 4.00 1.8 3-1
7 7 Majestic Creed 4.50 2.2 4-1
5 5 Amy Mule 6.00 3.3 6-1
8 8 Karen’s Honor 8.00 4.9 9-1
4 4 Battling Time 8.00 4.9 9-1
6 6 Ree Nee’s Six 10.00 6.4 12-1
3 3 Breezy Dance 12.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Nohai 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Cynthia Gail 4.00 1.6 3-1
4 4 Hope She Fires 5.00 2.2 4-1
1 1 Refined Elaine 6.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Supersonic Betty 6.00 2.8 5-1
8 8 Mia Counting 6.00 2.8 5-1
2 2 Alice Fantastic 10.00 5.1 10-1
7 7 Hurricane Jane 15.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Normandy Hero 3.50 1 2-1
5 5 He’s in Charge 4.00 1.2 2-1
9 9 Brother Rice 4.50 1.5 3-1
1 1 Neigh Dude 5.00 1.7 3-1
4 4 Grahmalamadingdong 5.00 1.7 3-1
6 6 Fore Harp 8.00 3.2 6-1
8 8 Cold Feet 8.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Fighter Kite 15.00 6.6 12-1
2 2 Cap Steak Robbery 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Quaker City 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Bishop Booming 3.50 1.2 2-1
3 3 Grey Bull 4.50 1.7 3-1
7 7 Monster Max 5.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Higher Sense 5.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Respighi 8.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 Lucky Larry 12.00 5.2 10-1
8 8 Drive by Johnny 15.00 6.7 13-1
9 9 Top of D Agenda 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Tunisian Spring 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Fromanothamutha 3.50 1.2 2-1
2 2 Nixon Joy (ARG) 4.50 1.6 3-1
5 5 Tricolour 5.00 1.8 3-1
4 4 Hermoso Hombre 5.00 1.8 3-1
6 6 Earl of Dassel 6.00 2.2 4-1
1 1 Sunday Spirit 12.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Respirator 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Carousel Queen 4.00 1 2-1
7 7 Dewey Doit 4.50 1.5 3-1
5 5 Patty Cakes 5.00 1.9 4-1
3 3 Shetalkstomuch 6.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Reigert Girls 6.00 2.8 5-1
2 2 Aoife’s Magic 8.00 4.6 9-1
9 9 Strong Like Sara 8.00 4.6 9-1
10 10 Macanga 12.00 8.3 16-1
11 11 Tap Dancin Cowgirl 12.00 8.3 16-1
4 4 Mila Rose 12.00 8.3 16-1
1 1 Popover Gal 15.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Backtrack 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Davola 4.00 1.5 3-1
2 2 Jackson’s Legacy 4.50 1.8 3-1
9 9 Moving to Kentucky 5.00 2.1 4-1
8 8 Deportivo 6.00 2.6 5-1
10 10 Crack the Code 15.00 7.4 14-1
3 3 Taporical 15.00 7.4 14-1
1 1 Mavis Mischief 15.00 7.4 14-1
5 5 Roxton 15.00 7.4 14-1
4 4 Private Cabana 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.