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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
4 4 Majestic Rags 3.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 Well Accustomed 4.50 2.4 4-1
1 1 Tarkington Sunrise 6.00 3.2 6-1
2 2 Roberts Revenge 8.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Poppy Red 10.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Jenny’s Day 12.00 6.4 12-1
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
3 3 Wicked Rose 3.00 1 2-1
9 9 Golden Quality 3.50 1.3 2-1
4 4 Northernreflection 4.50 1.9 4-1
5 5 Napoleonic Code 5.00 2.2 4-1
10 10 Forsaken 8.00 3.9 7-1
7 7 City of Love 10.00 5.1 10-1
8 8 Mor Jazz 10.00 5.1 10-1
1 1 Rockall 12.00 6.3 12-1
11 11 Stans Home Run 15.00 8.1 15-1
6 6 Crime Spree 20.00 11 21-1
2 2 Pinch Me a Penny 20.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Miss Sugar Factory 3.00 1 2-1
11 11 Kara Flash 3.50 1.3 2-1
2 2 Complete Wrap 4.50 2 4-1
5 5 Tapper 5.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 R T’s Cajun Star 6.00 2.9 6-1
1 1 Boujie Bear 6.00 2.9 6-1
4 4 Sierra Hills 10.00 5.5 10-1
6 6 Evie’s Red Rider 10.00 5.5 10-1
7 7 Shouldabeenacowboy 10.00 5.5 10-1
12 12 Pop Lock and Drop 20.00 12 23-1
9 9 Call Fern 20.00 12 23-1
10 10 Meaner Than Mean 20.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 McLaren Vale 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Chief Brady 3.00 1.6 3-1
4 4 Rocketeightyeight 4.50 2.5 5-1
7 7 Copter 5.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Straight Luck 8.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Only a Dream 8.00 4.6 9-1
5 5 Classic Rick 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Knicks Story 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Strong Eagle 3.50 1.5 3-1
10 10 Castle Island 4.50 2 4-1
7 7 Sam’s Promise 6.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Ells 8.00 3.8 7-1
9 9 Deanos Cape 10.00 4.9 9-1
4 4 Moro Mafia 12.00 5.9 11-1
2 2 Fort Bonz 15.00 7.4 14-1
5 5 Star Ready 15.00 7.4 14-1
1 1 Johnnysjourney 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Ocean Jackpot 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Lovely Sassicaia 3.00 1.4 3-1
5 5 Pennys Deal 4.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Leobobanna 5.00 3 6-1
6 6 El Dan 6.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Seehoss 8.00 5.4 10-1
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
6 6 Aye Bay Bay 3.50 1.8 3-1
4 4 Hold the Drama 3.50 1.8 3-1
8 8 Spotlight Girl 5.00 2.6 5-1
7 7 Philly Kan 8.00 4.2 8-1
3 3 Final Shipman 10.00 5.3 10-1
5 5 Shesabeast 12.00 6.4 12-1
2 2 Appeal 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Fly Strong 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Swampy 3.50 1.5 3-1
10 10 Whisper Me a Smile 4.50 2 4-1
2 2 Sarah’s Rolling 6.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 I Love Mango’s 8.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Magnolia’s Mission 10.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Be Back Again 12.00 5.9 11-1
9 9 Walknto Neworleans 12.00 5.9 11-1
4 4 Hint of Promise 20.00 10 19-1
7 7 High Class Trip 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 U Rascal U 3.00 1 2-1
9 9 Metallic Mischief 4.50 1.8 3-1
4 4 Quaternion 5.00 2.1 4-1
3 3 Rodavlas 5.00 2.1 4-1
5 5 Eligio 8.00 3.7 7-1
7 7 Garnet Jubilee 8.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 Butchy Boy 8.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 Brilliant Call 12.00 5.8 11-1
10 10 Cash Holiday 20.00 10 19-1
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.

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