Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, January 28, 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 Streaking 1.20 1 2-1
1 1 She’s a Bandit 12.00 2.5 5-1
8 8 Arinniti (FR) 5.00 3.1 6-1
6 6 Fern Spirit 20.00 5.6 11-1
3 3 Dylan’s Dream 20.00 5.8 11-1
2 2 Queen Berkeley 8.00 6.2 12-1
5 5 Baby Jane 6.00 7 13-1
9 9 My Idea 10.00 8.4 16-1
7 7 Good Bright Flames 10.00 9.4 18-1
10 10 World of Hurt 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 I Love Mango’s 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Blissit 2.00 1.2 2-1
1 1 High Class Trip 10.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 Complete Wrap 5.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Philly Kan 4.50 4.5 8-1
2 2 No Deductible 8.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Uninspired 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Ocean’s Ruler 8.00 1.5 3-1
5 5 Prince Perfecta 10.00 1.5 3-1
10 10 Analitico 3.50 4.7 9-1
3 3 Iron Fortune 20.00 5.5 10-1
8 8 Baby Zong 8.00 6.7 13-1
2 2 Hard Cry 15.00 7.7 15-1
6 6 Deputy Deal 20.00 8.7 16-1
4 4 Righthoofleftright 10.00 9.9 19-1
7 7 Collect Now 15.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Imperial Dynasty 5.00 1 2-1
4 4 Mischievous Rumor 2.50 1.7 3-1
1 1 Red Barron 2.00 1.7 3-1
6 6 Nightnthequarter 3.50 2.1 4-1
2 2 That’s Apriority 8.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 Billy’s Got Issues 12.00 5.4 10-1
7 7 Happy Season 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Lifelike 4.00 1 2-1
5 5 Get the Boss 8.00 3 6-1
7 7 Mischievous Smile 3.50 3.2 6-1
6 6 Knight’s Valor 2.50 4.6 9-1
8 8 Zavioro 5.00 6.8 13-1
4 4 Markadee Mark 12.00 7 13-1
1 1 Fosforito 8.00 7.6 14-1
3 3 Jamian 12.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Perfect Deal 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Littlebitofaqueen 6.00 2 4-1
3 3 Sassi Sky 10.00 2 4-1
4 4 A Wicked Number 6.00 3.6 7-1
5 5 Miss Cheese Bread 4.00 5.2 10-1
6 6 Sweet Thirteen 3.00 6.5 12-1
1 1 This Gray Mischiev 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Our Favorite Son 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Texas Town 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Daddy’s Gift 8.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Celtic Pride 3.00 2.5 5-1
4 4 Chief Brady 5.00 2.6 5-1
1 1 Hi Yah 8.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Lauri’s Wish 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Primo Canary 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Garnet Jubilee 10.00 2.1 4-1
9 9 Gold Thief 3.50 2.7 5-1
8 8 Stable Agent 15.00 2.8 5-1
1 1 My Uncle Billy 15.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Ru Mor Starter 4.50 3 6-1
2 2 King Zog 5.00 3.2 6-1
4 4 Eagle Point 12.00 3.5 7-1
5 5 Mr Liam and Alan 8.00 SCRATCH

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.