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
7 7 Dreamchaser Jewels 12.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sayyoulovemebaby 3.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 Sassi Idol 4.00 2.2 4-1
6 6 Gab’s Humor 12.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 Seeking Hope 4.50 2.9 5-1
2 2 Blackjack Mary 1.80 3.6 7-1
1 1 Opaque 8.00 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
1 1 Moon Mist 4.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Black Ginger 3.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 Jilly’s West 10.00 4.1 8-1
3 3 Brunch Punch 5.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Beautiful Mischief 4.50 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Unlawful 3.50 1 2-1
5 5 No Deal Or Deal 15.00 2.3 4-1
8 8 Minimus Maximus 6.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Chatty Milligan 15.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 Gary P 6.00 4.1 8-1
4 4 Sainted 15.00 4.8 9-1
9 9 Dr. Dean 2.50 6.8 13-1
2 2 Mogumbeaux 4.50 8.6 16-1
3 3 Ohm Namo 8.00 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
3 3 Mobster Gun 4.50 3 6-1
6 6 Global Pride 12.00 3.8 7-1
8 8 River Raft 15.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 Star Ready 15.00 4.9 9-1
7 7 Moro Mafia 5.00 5.1 10-1
2 2 Sam’s Promise 6.00 6.5 12-1
4 4 Bayou Jam 3.50 SCRATCH

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
4 4 Severus Squall 4.50 1.1 2-1
9 9 Get the Boss 15.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Knight’s Valor 3.50 3.8 7-1
3 3 He’s a Real Outfit 8.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Luke’s Hippie 15.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Swamp Pop 5.00 7.1 13-1
8 8 Super Taco 20.00 7.7 15-1
2 2 Legendary Dream 12.00 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
9 9 Piggy Tales Up 5.00 2.2 4-1
5 5 Custom Candy 10.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Destiny’s Grace 3.50 4.8 9-1
6 6 Funtimegirl 12.00 5 10-1
4 4 Give Em Hail Gayle 4.50 5.3 10-1
2 2 Wings of a Sparrow 8.00 5.7 11-1
8 8 Beautiful Temple 20.00 8.1 15-1
1 1 Gap Daddy 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Cool Lucky Lady 5.00 1 2-1
8 8 Raise the Alarm 2.50 2.2 4-1
4 4 Radiant Rebel 3.50 3.2 6-1
5 5 Eve of Eve 8.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Gimme It All 12.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Crawfish Burl 10.00 5.5 10-1
1 1 Ann’s Storm 15.00 6.3 12-1
9 9 Pasila 4.50 6.7 13-1
7 7 Rememberin Ronald 15.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 La Nina Dorada 4.50 1 2-1
5 5 Mo for Us 1.60 1.4 3-1
1 1 Lola and Rose 20.00 3.2 6-1
8 8 Island Gold 8.00 5.5 10-1
7 7 Nodah 3.50 5.5 10-1
9 9 Saved by Grace 12.00 6.2 12-1
3 3 Miss Dealority 20.00 6.5 12-1
2 2 Blessed Assurance 8.00 7.2 14-1
6 6 C C Short Drive 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Mor Jazz 15.00 1 2-1
5 5 Strong Eagle 6.00 3.2 6-1
4 4 Sarah’s Vision 5.00 3.4 6-1
3 3 El Mero Mero 8.00 5 9-1
7 7 Golden Quality 3.00 5.7 11-1
8 8 Summertime Peppers 4.00 5.8 11-1
2 2 Gotta Deal 20.00 6.1 11-1
11 11 Lost Da Vinci 15.00 7.1 13-1
6 6 Iberian Runner 20.00 8 15-1
10 10 Scallywag 6.00 8.8 17-1
9 9 Karaoke 10.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Prince Lancelot (GB) 2.00 SCRATCH

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.