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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
9 9 Tiberius Mercurius 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Gangly 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Keeping It Country 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Mistical Curlin 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Master of None 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Martini Martin 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Collection Day 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Hay Chief 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Striking Sparks 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 P J’s Song 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Iamdependingonyou 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Eimear 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Stylish Gem 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Belle’s Baby 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Naomi an Ruth 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Queen Valentine 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Mezzo Soprano 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Back Wall Bandit 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Juniper’s Jubilee 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 My Girl Back Home 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Profound Change 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Cupid’s Choice 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Truly Thrilling 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Aqua Blaze 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Sterling Cat 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Itty Biddy City 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Sweet Lexi 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Crossland 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Xcellent Start 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Certified Loverboy 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 In the Dance 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Phantom Speed 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 National Law 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Omaha Omaha 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Spotafreeone 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Gourmet 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Margaret P 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Stress Reliever 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 The Goddess Factor 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Casa Juanita 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Blo by the Field 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Aggro 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Bourbon N Lace 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 My Dear Antonia 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Lord’s Lady 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Fabia 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Geisha S.) – Geisha S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Northern Glow 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Spencerian 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Navani 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Takethemoneyhoney 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Kissedbyanangel 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Concrete Faze 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Oncourtcommentator 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Ecliptical Gina 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Late Nite Call 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Quint’s Brew 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Blue Kingdom 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Formal Affair 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Hittheroadjak 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Cap Com 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Roll On Jesse 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Maclean’s Rook 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Bold Diversion 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Handicap) – Handicap

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Disco Ebo 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Dwelling Legacy 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Bolt Enoree 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Think Fast 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Passage East 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Hold Your Breath 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Vieux Carre 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Handicap) – Handicap

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Dean Delivers 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Twisted Ride 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 One More Scoop 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Full Moon Madness 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 On the Mark 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 S S Sinatra 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Point Dume 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Petingas Twin 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Latta 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Chipotle 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Lucked In 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Happy Jaunt 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Doctor’s Orders 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Sincerito 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Oleg 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Birravino Blvd 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Amazing Bernie 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Strategist 0.00 1 2-1

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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