Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, January 30, 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 Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Too Many Titos 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Imperial Bandit 3.50 1.6 3-1
2 2 Catalina Gold 4.00 2 4-1
7 7 Cozzino 6.00 3.2 6-1
1 1 Peak Priority 8.00 4.5 9-1
4 4 Maggies Mission 10.00 5.8 11-1
9 9 Man of the Hill 12.00 7.1 13-1
8 8 Zong’s Creed 15.00 9 17-1
3 3 Stormy Time 15.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 High Prince 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Scallywag 3.00 1.6 3-1
7 7 Kingscote 4.50 2.5 5-1
6 6 Insignis 6.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Karaoke 6.00 3.4 6-1
4 4 Special Stormy 8.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Throwin’ Shade 12.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Double Salty 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Ninth Ward Bobby O 3.50 1.5 3-1
10 10 Mingling Mo 4.50 2 4-1
3 3 Dr. Dean 6.00 2.8 5-1
1 1 Priscilla Rose 8.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Crimson Red Road 10.00 4.9 9-1
9 9 Guitar Guy 12.00 5.9 11-1
7 7 Engageinthecandy 12.00 5.9 11-1
5 5 Borongan 20.00 10 19-1
8 8 Slowdownanmoveover 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Incognito Burrito 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Kindling Embers 2.50 1.4 3-1
4 4 Brunch Punch 4.00 2.7 5-1
2 2 You Have No Idea 4.50 3.1 6-1
5 5 Pondicherry 8.00 6 11-1
6 6 Campout 8.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Life Is a Banquet 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Tiwanaku 3.50 1.5 3-1
5 5 Stans Home Run 4.50 2 4-1
8 8 Knicks Story 6.00 2.8 5-1
4 4 Emerald Express 8.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 Julia’s Warrior 10.00 4.9 9-1
9 9 Sam’s Promise 10.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Castille 15.00 7.4 14-1
10 10 Heartthrob Halo 20.00 10 19-1
3 3 Sparra 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Destiny’s Grace 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Anajuliaforever 3.00 1.5 3-1
4 4 Wings of a Sparrow 5.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Good N Sassy 6.00 3.2 6-1
1 1 Custom Candy 8.00 4.2 8-1
8 8 Sister Ella 8.00 4.2 8-1
7 7 Funtimegirl 15.00 8 15-1
2 2 Craftroom 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Beach Blanket 1.80 1 2-1
7 7 Inchhighatahundred 2.50 1.4 3-1
1 1 Cunimbus 4.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Poppa Magic 6.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Sarah’s Runner 8.00 4.7 9-1
4 4 Heavenly Deal 10.00 5.8 11-1
5 5 Seven Digits 12.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Our Keepsake 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 La Nina Dorada 3.50 1.5 3-1
4 4 Island Gold 4.00 1.7 3-1
2 2 First Love 5.00 2.1 4-1
5 5 Forgotten Fortune 8.00 3.5 7-1
7 7 Show Me the Candy 8.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 Gottotry Mischief 12.00 5.3 10-1
3 3 Best Performer 15.00 6.7 13-1
9 9 Max’s Redemption 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Senor Smoke 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 He’s Ready to Win 3.50 1.8 3-1
6 6 Pakula 4.50 2.3 4-1
9 9 Mr. Brad’s Cowboy 6.00 3 6-1
1 1 Wildcats’s Meow 8.00 4 8-1
2 2 Lee’s Wicked One 12.00 6 11-1
7 7 Luke’s Hippie 15.00 7.5 14-1
10 10 Not Free 15.00 7.5 14-1
3 3 Redrebelproduction 20.00 10 19-1
5 5 Chivato 20.00 10 19-1

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.