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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Alyse Parker 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Taylors Enticed 4.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 Ain’t Got a Clue 5.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Kokomo Starlet 6.00 2.6 5-1
2 2 That’s the Deal 8.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 Surprise Sunrise 12.00 5.8 11-1
9 9 Boots an Diamonds 12.00 5.8 11-1
3 3 Making Mischief 12.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 A Real Embrace 20.00 10 19-1
10 10 Aubree’s Halo 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Bold Exchange 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 Smarty’s Back 2.50 1.4 3-1
5 5 Two Dollars 3.50 2 4-1
4 4 Zoom There It Is 6.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 Loco Por Ser Libre 6.00 3.6 7-1
3 3 Downtown Motown 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Astrologysprotege 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sophie’s Painter 3.00 1.5 3-1
3 3 Bertie’s Galaxy 3.50 1.7 3-1
1 1 Cryptozonic 6.00 2.9 5-1
7 7 Copter 6.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 Sharp Charlie 10.00 4.7 9-1
4 4 Saturday’s Gold 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Call My Banker 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Time to Party 2.50 1.2 2-1
2 2 Doctor Leo 3.50 1.7 3-1
6 6 Classic Bet 6.00 2.9 5-1
1 1 Unfathomed 8.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 All Together 10.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Slim Jimmy 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 It’s a Secret 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Blume 3.50 1.6 3-1
4 4 Wicked Punches 4.50 2.3 4-1
9 9 Muncle 6.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Bellamy Brother 8.00 4.5 9-1
1 1 Awesome William 8.00 4.5 9-1
8 8 Native Requite 12.00 7.1 13-1
6 6 Lacey’s Kat 15.00 9 17-1
7 7 Misterholyroller 15.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Double Edge Sword 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Helladic 3.00 1.5 3-1
8 8 Ace Ventura (CHI) 4.50 2.4 4-1
5 5 Holy Stick (CHI) 5.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 India Ink 8.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Grazen Boy 10.00 5.3 10-1
2 2 Supreme Capo 15.00 8 15-1
6 6 Huey Duey 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Aller Vite 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 He’s Super Wicked 3.50 1.6 3-1
5 5 Alines Valentine 4.50 2.1 4-1
8 8 Joseph H 5.00 2.4 5-1
1 1 Xanthus Wrath 6.00 3 6-1
2 2 Night Stick 8.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 Saberman 12.00 6.3 12-1
4 4 Heza Sexy Zong 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Runnin Munnin 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Cypress Gold 3.50 1.6 3-1
8 8 Beach Blanket 4.50 2.1 4-1
1 1 The Boss Soss 5.00 2.4 5-1
3 3 French Composer 6.00 3 6-1
2 2 High Prince 8.00 4.1 8-1
4 4 Special Stormy 10.00 5.2 10-1
7 7 Get Them Justin 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Great Fortune 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Kara Flash 3.50 1.3 3-1
1 1 Goodmorning Gracie 5.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Smoochie Boo 6.00 3 6-1
9 9 Artic Sailor 6.00 3 6-1
5 5 Married for Money 8.00 4.3 8-1
8 8 Southern Angel 10.00 5.7 11-1
7 7 Coach’s Memory 12.00 7 13-1
2 2 Pop Lock and Drop 15.00 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.