Parx Racing Horse Racing Picks for Tuesday, January 20, 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 Coach Knight 8.00 1 2-1
5 5 Shipman 6.00 1.7 3-1
6 6 What a Blast 15.00 2.2 4-1
2 2 Uncle Irish 3.00 4.5 8-1
1 1 Lord of War 12.00 4.6 9-1
7 7 New Commission 3.50 4.9 9-1
3 3 Youbetterbejoking 2.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Enforcer 8.00 1 2-1
5 5 Omaha Eight 4.50 1.7 3-1
6 6 Big Brown Shoes 6.00 2 4-1
4 4 Cantaro 8.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 Midnight Getaway 15.00 2.9 5-1
1 1 Run Cory Run 2.50 4.8 9-1
7 7 Capt. Candy 2.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Purple Lu Lu 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 West Side Diva 2.50 2.2 4-1
4 4 Breezethrutime 3.50 3.2 6-1
1 1 Nezy’s Girl 5.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 J J’s Honor 4.00 4.9 9-1
3 3 Eleanor Rigby 5.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Gunman Jayvo 6.00 1 2-1
3 3 Craigh Na Dun 5.00 2.5 5-1
7 7 Pastero 2.50 3.4 6-1
6 6 It’sspringboiii 6.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 Week’s Strong 1.80 4.3 8-1
4 4 Gentleman Don 15.00 4.5 8-1
1 1 Rogue Prince 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Fighter Kite 8.00 1 2-1
1 1 No No Joe 2.50 2.2 4-1
3 3 Curlins Cruzin 3.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 Three Captains 2.00 4 8-1
7 7 Granted Success 8.00 4.6 9-1
4 4 Catire Vizcaya 12.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Cobble Road 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Hephepcutdownnets 8.00 1 2-1
3 3 Play the Gray 4.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Hot Rod Kitty 12.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Trotsky 3.00 4.3 8-1
1 1 Party With Smarty 3.50 4.6 9-1
2 2 Tavern Time 2.50 5.2 10-1
6 6 Real Men Violin 5.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Unsolved Mystery 3.50 1 2-1
7 7 Pachelbel 1.80 4.9 9-1
1 1 Society Ball 8.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Put the Crazy Away 2.00 5 9-1
6 6 Tavin 5.00 6.6 12-1
5 5 Misspent 10.00 6.9 13-1
4 4 Mildoon 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Duration 0.80 1 2-1
5 5 St Pete’s Passion 8.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 Shirl’s Delight 3.50 3 6-1
2 2 Zio Salino 4.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Lecanto 20.00 5.8 11-1
6 6 Very Bad Guy 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Palm Island 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Rebel Invasion 5.00 2 4-1
3 3 Liberte de Bayeux 1.80 2.4 5-1
4 4 A Votre Sante 10.00 4.8 9-1
5 5 Amore d’Oro 12.00 4.8 9-1
2 2 Okie Den Den 3.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Classic Union 12.00 1 2-1
4 4 Major Thomas 20.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Admiral’s Wave 4.00 2.6 5-1
9 9 Eloquist 3.50 3.3 6-1
3 3 It’s Game Time 3.00 6.3 12-1
6 6 Sal N Louie 8.00 8 15-1
1 1 Balantyne 6.00 8.3 16-1
7 7 Assembly Point (BRZ) 10.00 9 17-1
8 8 Wish for Peace 6.00 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.