Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, January 9, 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 Lady Cheryl’s Song 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Well Accustomed 4.50 3.6 7-1
4 4 Majestic Rags 3.00 3.9 7-1
1 1 Tarkington Sunrise 6.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Roberts Revenge 8.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Poppy Red 10.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Jenny’s Day 12.00 5.9 11-1
3 3 Time to Close 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Mor Jazz 10.00 1 2-1
5 5 Napoleonic Code 5.00 1.1 2-1
10 10 Forsaken 8.00 1.9 4-1
4 4 Northernreflection 4.50 2.2 4-1
6 6 Crime Spree 20.00 2.6 5-1
11 11 Stans Home Run 15.00 2.8 5-1
1 1 Rockall 12.00 3.8 7-1
2 2 Pinch Me a Penny 20.00 7 13-1
3 3 Wicked Rose 3.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Golden Quality 3.50 SCRATCH
7 7 City of Love 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Complete Wrap 4.50 1 2-1
5 5 Tapper 5.00 1.7 3-1
11 11 Kara Flash 3.50 2 4-1
7 7 Shouldabeenacowboy 10.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 R T’s Cajun Star 6.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Evie’s Red Rider 10.00 3.4 6-1
10 10 Meaner Than Mean 20.00 4 8-1
9 9 Call Fern 20.00 5.6 11-1
1 1 Boujie Bear 6.00 6.4 12-1
8 8 Miss Sugar Factory 3.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Pop Lock and Drop 20.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Sierra Hills 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Straight Luck 8.00 1 2-1
5 5 Classic Rick 12.00 1.2 2-1
2 2 Chief Brady 3.00 1.4 3-1
7 7 Copter 5.00 1.5 3-1
4 4 Rocketeightyeight 4.50 1.9 4-1
1 1 McLaren Vale 2.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Only a Dream 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Castle Island 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 Ells 8.00 3.1 6-1
9 9 Deanos Cape 10.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Moro Mafia 12.00 4.7 9-1
7 7 Sam’s Promise 6.00 5.2 10-1
2 2 Fort Bonz 15.00 5.5 10-1
5 5 Star Ready 15.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 Johnnysjourney 20.00 6.4 12-1
3 3 Strong Eagle 3.50 SCRATCH
8 8 Knicks Story 2.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Seehoss 8.00 1 2-1
1 1 Ocean Jackpot 2.50 1.8 3-1
4 4 Leobobanna 5.00 2.2 4-1
6 6 El Dan 6.00 4 8-1
7 7 Lovely Sassicaia 3.00 5.7 11-1
5 5 Pennys Deal 4.00 6.3 12-1
2 2 Flashy Boy 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 On the Horizon 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Philly Kan 8.00 3 6-1
6 6 Aye Bay Bay 3.50 3.2 6-1
8 8 Spotlight Girl 5.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Hold the Drama 3.50 4.1 8-1
2 2 Appeal 15.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Shesabeast 12.00 4.2 8-1
3 3 Final Shipman 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 I Love Mango’s 8.00 1 2-1
10 10 Whisper Me a Smile 4.50 2.5 5-1
7 7 High Class Trip 20.00 3.6 7-1
8 8 Fly Strong 2.50 5.8 11-1
9 9 Walknto Neworleans 12.00 6 11-1
6 6 Swampy 3.50 6.4 12-1
2 2 Sarah’s Rolling 6.00 8 15-1
4 4 Hint of Promise 20.00 8.5 16-1
1 1 Be Back Again 12.00 8.7 17-1
5 5 Magnolia’s Mission 10.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Quaternion 5.00 1 2-1
8 8 U Rascal U 3.00 1.9 4-1
9 9 Metallic Mischief 4.50 2.1 4-1
7 7 Garnet Jubilee 8.00 3.9 7-1
3 3 Rodavlas 5.00 4.8 9-1
5 5 Eligio 8.00 5.6 11-1
6 6 Butchy Boy 8.00 7.9 15-1
2 2 Brilliant Call 12.00 8.2 15-1
10 10 Cash Holiday 20.00 9.7 18-1
1 1 Corked 20.00 10 19-1

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.