Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, January 14, 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 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 That’s Apriority 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Lifelike 3.00 2.1 4-1
5 5 The Petitioner 5.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Knight’s Valor 4.00 4.3 8-1
1 1 Get the Boss 6.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Zong’s to Blame 15.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Swamp Pop 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Prado’s Priority 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sharp Charlie 10.00 1.1 2-1
6 6 Drilling Report 2.00 1.7 3-1
4 4 Truvy’s Bandit 6.00 2.9 6-1
8 8 Sophie’s Painter 4.50 3.4 6-1
7 7 Serrano’s Warrior 15.00 8 15-1
2 2 Oceola 8.00 8 15-1
3 3 Petitfor 12.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Shot Gun Shack 1.40 1 2-1
1 1 Sassi Royal 3.00 2.8 5-1
2 2 Zydeco Tyme 8.00 3 6-1
7 7 Skyrocketinflight 12.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Wholelottadeal 4.50 3.7 7-1
4 4 Berndt Marshmallow 6.00 4.5 8-1
3 3 Sweet Iron 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Senor Smoke 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Ruiz Junior 6.00 1.8 3-1
8 8 Mr. Brad’s Cowboy 3.50 4.6 9-1
1 1 Bitsy’s Star 20.00 4.8 9-1
3 3 Onedayatatime 12.00 5.5 10-1
10 10 Cajun Country 4.50 5.7 11-1
5 5 Steve’s Trouble 8.00 6.2 12-1
7 7 Righthoofleftright 15.00 6.8 13-1
4 4 Brother Ryan 20.00 8.5 16-1
6 6 Might Be Me 20.00 8.8 17-1
12 12 Puckster 6.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Valhalla Viking 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Gabe’s Possum 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Daddy’s Gift 4.50 3.8 7-1
8 8 Game Port 3.50 5.6 11-1
4 4 American Guy 12.00 5.7 11-1
7 7 Quinnsaltyofficer 8.00 5.7 11-1
3 3 My Chulupa 12.00 6 11-1
2 2 The Boyz Priority 6.00 6.7 13-1
1 1 C D’s Wild Fire 8.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Texas Town 1.60 1 2-1
5 5 Flame Rock Fire 4.00 4 8-1
4 4 Flashin Chip 6.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 Donegal Moonshine 3.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Baby’s Last Dance 5.00 5.5 10-1
1 1 Otter Creek 15.00 6.9 13-1
7 7 Startonahighnote 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Be Here Now 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 Beautiful Mischief 6.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Everloving 2.50 2.6 5-1
5 5 She’s Magnificent 15.00 3.3 6-1
2 2 Prima Bella 10.00 4.5 9-1
1 1 Autism Community 6.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Ma Rae’s Girl 2.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 I’m So Hot 8.00 1 2-1
4 4 Chapellete 3.00 2.2 4-1
6 6 Plum Wine 4.00 2.4 5-1
8 8 My Idea 6.00 3.3 6-1
2 2 Little E 6.00 4.3 8-1
7 7 World of Hurt 10.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Cousin Vickie 15.00 6.3 12-1
1 1 Triple Four 5.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Double Gem 12.00 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.