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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 1.5 3-1
3 3 Knight’s Valor 4.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 The Petitioner 5.00 2.4 4-1
1 1 Get the Boss 6.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 Swamp Pop 10.00 4.7 9-1
6 6 Zong’s to Blame 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Drilling Report 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Prado’s Priority 3.00 1.5 3-1
8 8 Sophie’s Painter 4.50 2.4 4-1
4 4 Truvy’s Bandit 6.00 3.2 6-1
2 2 Oceola 8.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Sharp Charlie 10.00 5.3 10-1
3 3 Petitfor 12.00 6.4 12-1
7 7 Serrano’s Warrior 15.00 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 1.9 4-1
5 5 Wholelottadeal 4.50 2.8 5-1
4 4 Berndt Marshmallow 6.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 Zydeco Tyme 8.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Sweet Iron 12.00 7 13-1
7 7 Skyrocketinflight 12.00 7 13-1

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
8 8 Mr. Brad’s Cowboy 3.50 1.9 4-1
10 10 Cajun Country 4.50 2.5 5-1
12 12 Puckster 6.00 3.4 7-1
2 2 Ruiz Junior 6.00 3.4 7-1
11 11 Valhalla Viking 8.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Steve’s Trouble 8.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Onedayatatime 12.00 7.1 13-1
7 7 Righthoofleftright 15.00 8.9 17-1
1 1 Bitsy’s Star 20.00 12 23-1
6 6 Might Be Me 20.00 12 23-1
4 4 Brother Ryan 20.00 12 23-1

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
8 8 Game Port 3.50 2.1 4-1
6 6 Daddy’s Gift 4.50 2.8 5-1
2 2 The Boyz Priority 6.00 3.8 7-1
1 1 C D’s Wild Fire 8.00 5.2 10-1
7 7 Quinnsaltyofficer 8.00 5.2 10-1
3 3 My Chulupa 12.00 8 15-1
4 4 American Guy 12.00 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
6 6 Donegal Moonshine 3.00 1.5 3-1
5 5 Flame Rock Fire 4.00 1.8 3-1
3 3 Baby’s Last Dance 5.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Flashin Chip 6.00 2.4 5-1
1 1 Otter Creek 15.00 5.4 10-1
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
7 7 Ma Rae’s Girl 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Everloving 2.50 1.2 2-1
3 3 Be Here Now 4.50 2.2 4-1
1 1 Autism Community 6.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Beautiful Mischief 6.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 Prima Bella 10.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 She’s Magnificent 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Chapellete 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Plum Wine 4.00 1.7 3-1
1 1 Triple Four 5.00 2.3 4-1
2 2 Little E 6.00 3 6-1
8 8 My Idea 6.00 3 6-1
3 3 I’m So Hot 8.00 4.3 8-1
7 7 World of Hurt 10.00 5.7 11-1
9 9 Double Gem 12.00 7 13-1
5 5 Cousin Vickie 15.00 9 17-1

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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