Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, January 17, 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
4 4 Mistical Curlin 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Gangly 5.00 2.3 4-1
10 10 Striking Sparks 4.50 2.8 5-1
1 1 Keeping It Country 15.00 3.7 7-1
8 8 P J’s Song 15.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Master of None 12.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Collection Day 6.00 4.6 9-1
7 7 Martini Martin 30.00 5.4 10-1
9 9 Tiberius Mercurius 20.00 5.5 10-1
2 2 Hay Chief 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Stylish Gem 4.00 1 2-1
6 6 Eimear 3.50 2.2 4-1
3 3 Iamdependingonyou 8.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Naomi an Ruth 6.00 4.3 8-1
8 8 Belle’s Baby 4.50 4.8 9-1
2 2 Mezzo Soprano 20.00 5 9-1
5 5 Queen Valentine 20.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Back Wall Bandit 2.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Juniper’s Jubilee 1.50 1 2-1
2 2 Cupid’s Choice 4.50 1.8 3-1
6 6 Profound Change 5.00 1.9 4-1
4 4 Itty Biddy City 15.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Aqua Blaze 6.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 Sterling Cat 12.00 5.2 10-1
9 9 Sweet Lexi 15.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Truly Thrilling 20.00 5.6 11-1
1 1 My Girl Back Home 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Certified Loverboy 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Spotafreeone 5.00 1.4 3-1
2 2 National Law 4.50 3.4 6-1
4 4 Xcellent Start 15.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 Crossland 12.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 In the Dance 10.00 3.9 7-1
8 8 Omaha Omaha 8.00 4.1 8-1
3 3 Phantom Speed 3.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Aggro 3.50 1 2-1
9 9 Casa Juanita 8.00 1.7 3-1
7 7 Blo by the Field 6.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Stress Reliever 4.50 2.9 6-1
5 5 Gourmet 10.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 The Goddess Factor 6.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 Fabia 15.00 6.2 12-1
10 10 Lord’s Lady 15.00 6.4 12-1
8 8 My Dear Antonia 6.00 6.5 12-1
11 11 Bourbon N Lace 15.00 6.6 12-1
1 1 Margaret P 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Geisha S.) – Geisha S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Takethemoneyhoney 1.00 1 2-1
3 3 Oncourtcommentator 2.50 2.7 5-1
4 4 Spencerian 10.00 4.6 9-1
2 2 Northern Glow 12.00 4.7 9-1
1 1 Navani 10.00 5 10-1
5 5 Late Nite Call 15.00 5.6 11-1
9 9 Kissedbyanangel 30.00 6.4 12-1
8 8 Concrete Faze 8.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Ecliptical Gina 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Jennings S.) – Jennings S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Quint’s Brew 0.80 1 2-1
7 7 Maclean’s Rook 4.00 3 6-1
2 2 Blue Kingdom 3.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Hittheroadjak 10.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 Bold Diversion 12.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 Cap Com 30.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Roll On Jesse 30.00 6.5 12-1
1 1 Formal Affair 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Handicap) – Handicap

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Hold Your Breath 1.50 1 2-1
4 4 Passage East 3.00 1.2 2-1
1 1 Disco Ebo 4.50 1.5 3-1
5 5 Bolt Enoree 20.00 2.4 5-1
2 2 Dwelling Legacy 3.50 3.1 6-1
7 7 Vieux Carre 20.00 3.6 7-1
3 3 Think Fast 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Handicap) – Handicap

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Full Moon Madness 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Point Dume 4.50 3.1 6-1
8 8 Petingas Twin 2.50 3.6 7-1
7 7 On the Mark 6.00 3.8 7-1
9 9 Chipotle 15.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Twisted Ride 6.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 Latta 8.00 5.2 10-1
1 1 S S Sinatra 20.00 6.2 12-1
3 3 One More Scoop 30.00 6.3 12-1
10 10 Dean Delivers 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Oleg 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Doctor’s Orders 5.00 4.8 9-1
8 8 Strategist 5.00 5.1 10-1
4 4 Happy Jaunt 4.00 5.2 10-1
6 6 Sincerito 6.00 6.6 12-1
7 7 Amazing Bernie 15.00 6.6 12-1
2 2 Lucked In 12.00 7.9 15-1
5 5 Birravino Blvd 4.50 8 15-1

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.