Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, January 7, 2026

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 Approval Rating 1.80 1 2-1
7 7 My Boy Vander 3.50 2 4-1
1 1 Heavenly Dream 4.50 2.6 5-1
2 2 Welcometohazeville 5.00 2.9 5-1
3 3 Glitters Andie 6.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Welcometomyholiday 10.00 5.8 11-1
5 5 Railey Jean 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Wicked Punches 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Give Me a Try 4.00 1.7 3-1
9 9 Louisiana Luca 5.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Awesome William 5.00 2.3 4-1
8 8 Due We Dare 6.00 3 6-1
3 3 Muncle 8.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 Blazing Saber 10.00 5.7 11-1
2 2 Bellamy Brother 12.00 7 13-1
6 6 Mischevious Robert 15.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 My Other Half 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 Seeking Hope 2.50 1.3 3-1
1 1 Miss Landlock 3.50 1.7 3-1
5 5 Wicked Customs 5.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Day Storm 8.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Marlin Darlin 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Authentic Gallop 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Call My Banker 3.00 1.3 2-1
1 1 Mazing Mark 4.50 2.1 4-1
4 4 Pacificislandtime 5.00 2.4 5-1
6 6 Butler Cabin 6.00 3 6-1
5 5 Shortlist 8.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Uxmal 12.00 6.3 12-1
8 8 Channelfortynine 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Won Day 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Baby Kristen 3.00 1.6 3-1
1 1 Hurricane Lassie 4.50 2.5 5-1
2 2 Be Bo 5.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Beamer 6.00 3.4 6-1
7 7 Ms I Speight 10.00 5.8 11-1
5 5 Piggy Tales Up 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Chrome Racer 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Floating 3.50 1.5 3-1
8 8 Anslie’s Gumdrop 5.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Venice Vibe 6.00 2.8 5-1
4 4 Blaze On 8.00 3.8 7-1
2 2 Now Showing 10.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Taken It 10.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Sara’s Sapphire 15.00 7.4 14-1
10 10 Easy Bet 15.00 7.4 14-1
9 9 Be a Bandit 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Tussling Charlie 1.80 1 2-1
2 2 Marks Promise 2.50 1.6 3-1
1 1 Tdz Hint of Power 4.50 3.2 6-1
3 3 Craken Jax 5.00 3.6 7-1
5 5 Hi Yah 6.00 4.4 8-1
4 4 Tripple D Ruller 8.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Mischievous Rumor 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Longneck 4.00 1.6 3-1
11 11 Rodavlas 4.00 1.6 3-1
7 7 Ru Mor Starter 5.00 2.2 4-1
9 9 King Zog 6.00 2.8 5-1
10 10 Donegal Freedom 6.00 2.8 5-1
1 1 Competitive Shock 10.00 5.1 10-1
4 4 Storm Sniper 10.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 Eagle Point 12.00 6.3 12-1
8 8 Stable Agent 15.00 8.1 15-1
2 2 Anacreon 20.00 11 21-1

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.