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Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, January 16, 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 Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Tiz a Hero 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Woodall Pass 3.00 1.3 2-1
8 8 Shinovar 4.00 1.8 3-1
2 2 Caroom’s Croupier 6.00 3 6-1
6 6 Classical Echo 6.00 3 6-1
4 4 Boston Moon 10.00 5.2 10-1
7 7 One Mo Birdie 15.00 8 15-1
1 1 Storm After Dark 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Special Stormy 1.80 1 2-1
5 5 Biloxi 3.50 2 4-1
1 1 Insignis 4.50 2.6 5-1
2 2 Into Wishing 5.00 2.9 5-1
4 4 Business Model 6.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 Wood River 8.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Secular Stagnation 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Fly Ty 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Dreamchaser Jewels 3.50 2.1 4-1
4 4 Heart Bells 4.50 3.2 6-1
7 7 Norma G 5.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Toomush 6.00 4.8 9-1
6 6 Ancho 6.00 4.8 9-1
2 2 Mizzen Point 8.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 The Boss Soss 2.50 1 2-1
8 8 Purrrfect Rhythm 3.50 1.5 3-1
6 6 Throwin’ Shade 5.00 2.3 4-1
1 1 Pitch and Run 6.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Regatta Bay 6.00 2.8 5-1
7 7 The Thimble 12.00 5.9 11-1
9 9 He’s Super Wicked 12.00 5.9 11-1
2 2 Gift Giver 12.00 5.9 11-1
10 10 Gobot 20.00 10 19-1
4 4 Game and Gormley 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Charla Collection 1.80 1 2-1
7 7 Seraphina Sea 3.00 1.7 3-1
4 4 Ry Ry 4.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 Taylors Wonder 5.00 2.9 5-1
1 1 Lady Q 8.00 4.7 9-1
6 6 Foggy Morning 12.00 7 13-1
2 2 Security Queen 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Sittin On Go 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Kingscote 3.50 1.6 3-1
6 6 B Minor 4.50 2 4-1
1 1 Barbacoa 5.00 2.2 4-1
3 3 Silver Redesdale 5.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Confucius 8.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 Cajun Mischief 20.00 8 15-1
8 8 Malibu Brad 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Midnight Passion 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Mo Sky 3.50 1.8 3-1
8 8 K G’s Magic 4.50 2.4 4-1
6 6 Encore d’Oro 6.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Educated Wish 8.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Ridearoundsalley 10.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Cairo Dancer 10.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Perfect Delight 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Ballinonabudjet 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Breaking Star 3.50 1.8 3-1
5 5 Cajun Ami 4.00 2.2 4-1
2 2 Sunday Breeze 4.50 2.6 5-1
3 3 Picasso Baby 6.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Toni’s Inferno 8.00 5.4 10-1
7 7 Titanium Deal 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Cheyenne Moon 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Graceful Star 3.50 1.5 3-1
9 9 Gimme It All 4.50 1.9 4-1
8 8 Run Reckless Run 5.00 2.1 4-1
7 7 Be Nice 6.00 2.6 5-1
6 6 A Wicked Number 10.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 Thousand Angels 12.00 5.3 10-1
3 3 Littlebitofaqueen 15.00 6.7 13-1
4 4 American Splendor 20.00 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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