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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
7 7 My Boy Vander 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 Approval Rating 1.80 1.5 3-1
3 3 Glitters Andie 6.00 2.5 5-1
2 2 Welcometohazeville 5.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 Welcometomyholiday 10.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Railey Jean 12.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Heavenly Dream 4.50 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Give Me a Try 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Bellamy Brother 12.00 4 7-1
9 9 Louisiana Luca 5.00 4 8-1
4 4 Wicked Punches 3.00 5.4 10-1
8 8 Due We Dare 6.00 6.2 12-1
3 3 Muncle 8.00 6.3 12-1
5 5 Blazing Saber 10.00 6.4 12-1
7 7 Awesome William 5.00 7.3 14-1
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 2.3 4-1
1 1 Miss Landlock 3.50 3.3 6-1
5 5 Wicked Customs 5.00 4.5 8-1
4 4 Day Storm 8.00 4.9 9-1
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
2 2 Call My Banker 3.00 1 2-1
4 4 Pacificislandtime 5.00 3.1 6-1
3 3 Authentic Gallop 2.50 3.3 6-1
1 1 Mazing Mark 4.50 4 8-1
6 6 Butler Cabin 6.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Shortlist 8.00 4.8 9-1
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
1 1 Hurricane Lassie 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 Baby Kristen 3.00 1.9 4-1
4 4 Won Day 2.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 Beamer 6.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 Piggy Tales Up 12.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Be Bo 5.00 7 13-1
7 7 Ms I Speight 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Venice Vibe 6.00 1 2-1
6 6 Floating 3.50 1.5 3-1
4 4 Blaze On 8.00 3 6-1
3 3 Chrome Racer 2.50 4.6 9-1
8 8 Anslie’s Gumdrop 5.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Now Showing 10.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Sara’s Sapphire 15.00 6.4 12-1
10 10 Easy Bet 15.00 7.9 15-1
9 9 Be a Bandit 20.00 9.5 18-1
5 5 Taken It 10.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Marks Promise 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Tussling Charlie 1.80 2.8 5-1
3 3 Craken Jax 5.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 Tdz Hint of Power 4.50 4.9 9-1
4 4 Tripple D Ruller 8.00 5.6 10-1
5 5 Hi Yah 6.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Longneck 4.00 1 2-1
5 5 Mischievous Rumor 3.00 3.3 6-1
10 10 Donegal Freedom 6.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Storm Sniper 10.00 3.6 7-1
9 9 King Zog 6.00 5.5 10-1
7 7 Ru Mor Starter 5.00 6.1 11-1
3 3 Eagle Point 12.00 6.2 12-1
1 1 Competitive Shock 10.00 7.2 14-1
8 8 Stable Agent 15.00 7.9 15-1
11 11 Rodavlas 4.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Anacreon 20.00 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.

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