Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Tuesday, December 23, 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 Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Blackjack Mary 1.80 1 2-1
5 5 Sayyoulovemebaby 3.00 1.7 3-1
3 3 Sassi Idol 4.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Seeking Hope 4.50 2.6 5-1
1 1 Opaque 8.00 4.7 9-1
7 7 Dreamchaser Jewels 12.00 7 13-1
6 6 Gab’s Humor 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Our Keepsake 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Black Ginger 3.00 1.6 3-1
1 1 Moon Mist 4.00 2.3 4-1
2 2 Beautiful Mischief 4.50 2.6 5-1
3 3 Brunch Punch 5.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Jilly’s West 10.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Dr. Dean 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Unlawful 3.50 1.6 3-1
2 2 Mogumbeaux 4.50 2.3 4-1
8 8 Minimus Maximus 6.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 Gary P 6.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Ohm Namo 8.00 4.5 9-1
4 4 Sainted 15.00 9 17-1
6 6 Chatty Milligan 15.00 9 17-1
5 5 No Deal Or Deal 15.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Sittin On Go 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Bayou Jam 3.50 1.8 3-1
3 3 Mobster Gun 4.50 2.4 4-1
7 7 Moro Mafia 5.00 2.6 5-1
2 2 Sam’s Promise 6.00 3.2 6-1
6 6 Global Pride 12.00 6.4 12-1
8 8 River Raft 15.00 8 15-1
1 1 Star Ready 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 King Zog 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Knight’s Valor 3.50 1.7 3-1
4 4 Severus Squall 4.50 2.1 4-1
1 1 Swamp Pop 5.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 He’s a Real Outfit 8.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 Legendary Dream 12.00 5.4 10-1
9 9 Get the Boss 15.00 6.8 13-1
7 7 Luke’s Hippie 15.00 6.8 13-1
8 8 Super Taco 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Custom Punch 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Destiny’s Grace 3.50 1.7 3-1
4 4 Give Em Hail Gayle 4.50 2.1 4-1
9 9 Piggy Tales Up 5.00 2.3 4-1
2 2 Wings of a Sparrow 8.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 Custom Candy 10.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Funtimegirl 12.00 5.4 10-1
8 8 Beautiful Temple 20.00 9 17-1
1 1 Gap Daddy 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Raise the Alarm 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Radiant Rebel 3.50 1.6 3-1
9 9 Pasila 4.50 2.3 4-1
2 2 Cool Lucky Lady 5.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Eve of Eve 8.00 4.5 9-1
3 3 Crawfish Burl 10.00 5.8 11-1
6 6 Gimme It All 12.00 7.1 13-1
7 7 Rememberin Ronald 15.00 9 17-1
1 1 Ann’s Storm 15.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Rosewater S.) – Rosewater S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Mo for Us 1.60 1 2-1
7 7 Nodah 3.50 1.8 3-1
4 4 La Nina Dorada 4.50 2.3 4-1
2 2 Blessed Assurance 8.00 3.8 7-1
8 8 Island Gold 8.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 C C Short Drive 10.00 4.7 9-1
9 9 Saved by Grace 12.00 5.5 10-1
3 3 Miss Dealority 20.00 9 17-1
1 1 Lola and Rose 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
12 12 Prince Lancelot (GB) 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Golden Quality 3.00 1.6 3-1
8 8 Summertime Peppers 4.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Sarah’s Vision 5.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Strong Eagle 6.00 3.4 7-1
10 10 Scallywag 6.00 3.4 7-1
3 3 El Mero Mero 8.00 4.7 9-1
9 9 Karaoke 10.00 5.9 11-1
1 1 Mor Jazz 15.00 8.9 17-1
11 11 Lost Da Vinci 15.00 8.9 17-1
6 6 Iberian Runner 20.00 12 23-1
2 2 Gotta Deal 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.