Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Monday, December 29, 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
3 3 Gomarkgo 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Martin’s Mo Tom 3.50 1.8 3-1
5 5 Dirty Deal 4.00 2.1 4-1
1 1 Nate’s Focus 6.00 3.2 6-1
4 4 Bigfunonthebayou 8.00 4.2 8-1
7 7 Ongoing Challenge 10.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Life’s Ride 12.00 6.4 12-1
2 2 Stray Lightning 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Disposition 2.50 1 2-1
10 10 Wicked Sailor 3.50 1.5 3-1
4 4 Lady Frijoles 5.00 2.3 4-1
1 1 Tiff With Jimmy 6.00 2.8 5-1
9 9 Stolen Bullet 8.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 Miss St. Claire 10.00 4.9 9-1
3 3 Real Silk 10.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Too Spicy 12.00 5.9 11-1
5 5 Missheartbreaker 20.00 10 19-1
8 8 Chip Shortage 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Thats Unbelievable 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Avie Cakes 3.50 1.4 3-1
11 11 Kisses for Cooper 4.50 2.3 4-1
3 3 Kinsley Grace 5.00 2.7 5-1
10 10 Fly Ty 6.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 She’s a Target 8.00 5.2 10-1
8 8 Onedayatatime 10.00 6.8 13-1
9 9 Pitchatizzy 12.00 8.5 16-1
7 7 Toomush 12.00 8.5 16-1
5 5 Call Me Dolly 15.00 11 21-1
2 2 Just Rain 15.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 U Rascal U 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Unshakeable Proof 4.00 1.6 3-1
10 10 Silent Rage 5.00 2.2 4-1
8 8 Deftly Done 6.00 2.8 5-1
1 1 Asaasy 8.00 3.9 7-1
9 9 Stable Agent 8.00 3.9 7-1
5 5 Midnight Streak 10.00 5.1 10-1
6 6 Brilliant Call 12.00 6.3 12-1
2 2 Crue’s N Control 15.00 8.1 15-1
11 11 Peyton’s Day 15.00 8.1 15-1
4 4 Kee Jee 20.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Unaffiliated 2.50 1 2-1
9 9 Tommie’s True 3.00 1.3 2-1
8 8 Mischievous Smile 4.50 2.3 4-1
6 6 Mo Can Do 6.00 3.2 6-1
2 2 Go Easy 8.00 4.5 9-1
1 1 Collect Now 10.00 5.8 11-1
4 4 Downtown Motown 12.00 7.1 13-1
5 5 Allstarhollywood 15.00 9 17-1
3 3 Sailor Mike 15.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Leblon 1.40 1 2-1
9 9 B Minor 3.50 2 4-1
2 2 Into Wishing 5.00 2.7 5-1
8 8 Fort Bonz 8.00 4.2 8-1
10 10 Love Candy 10.00 5.2 10-1
5 5 Johnnysjourney 12.00 6.1 12-1
4 4 Biloxi 15.00 7.6 14-1
1 1 Secular Stagnation 20.00 10 19-1
7 7 Heartthrob Halo 20.00 10 19-1
3 3 Pinch Me a Penny 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Knocked Out 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Hard Spirits 3.50 1.6 3-1
5 5 My Idea 4.50 2.3 4-1
12 12 Triple Four 6.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 Dylan’s Dream 6.00 3.2 6-1
1 1 Fern Spirit 8.00 4.5 8-1
11 11 I’m So Hot 8.00 4.5 8-1
3 3 World of Hurt 10.00 5.7 11-1
4 4 Little E 12.00 7 13-1
8 8 Cousin Vickie 15.00 8.9 17-1
6 6 Bent Halo 15.00 8.9 17-1
9 9 Patient Emilie 20.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 You’re On Mute 3.00 1 2-1
9 9 He’s Super Wicked 4.00 1.6 3-1
6 6 Steauxlit 5.00 2.2 4-1
5 5 Throwin’ Shade 5.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Strong Prospect 6.00 2.8 5-1
4 4 Insignis 8.00 3.9 7-1
11 11 Karaoke 8.00 3.9 7-1
1 1 Lo Lo’s Laughter 10.00 5.1 10-1
2 2 Game and Gormley 15.00 8.1 15-1
3 3 Wood River 20.00 11 21-1
10 10 Sparra 20.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Girl From de Bayou 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Golden Barcents 3.50 1.6 3-1
3 3 Poppy Red 4.50 2.3 4-1
7 7 Bobby’s Girl 6.00 3.2 6-1
8 8 Country Angel 8.00 4.5 8-1
12 12 Diamond Country 8.00 4.5 8-1
5 5 Our Indian Girl 12.00 7 13-1
6 6 Neon Moonlight 12.00 7 13-1
9 9 Tensas Clear 15.00 8.9 17-1
4 4 At First Light 15.00 8.9 17-1
11 11 Riptide Rose 20.00 12 23-1
10 10 Insipid 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.