Laurel Park 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 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Maidstone 4.50 1 2-1
1 1 Boys Go to Jupiter 5.00 1.7 3-1
3 3 Rehoboth Avenue 4.00 1.8 3-1
9 9 Weekend Wife 3.50 2.2 4-1
8 8 Amadea 8.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 Julia’s a Fox 20.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Wampy 20.00 4.8 9-1
5 5 Fire At Midnight 30.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Gravity Hill 3.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Stroll Trippin 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Poney Island 5.00 2.4 5-1
7 7 Kelsey Hill Girl 3.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Izzy’s Rock Star 3.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Snowboarder 10.00 3.9 7-1
1 1 Rosie’s Fortune 10.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Naomi an Ruth 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Genieinabridle 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 More Ransom 3.00 4 8-1
7 7 Hay Hay Paula 5.00 4.8 9-1
6 6 Ribbonsinherhair 1.80 5 9-1
3 3 Vodkatini 20.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Dubstep 15.00 7 13-1
2 2 It’sfiftyshadetime 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Final Offer 3.50 1 2-1
7 7 Quahog Republic 5.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Thunder Cry 6.00 2.7 5-1
8 8 It a Lee 8.00 3.3 6-1
2 2 Classic Martini 4.50 3.5 7-1
3 3 Bold Mirage 15.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Twelve Nelson 1.80 SCRATCH
1 1 Divine Future 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Mo Missile 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 In Honor of Jeff 6.00 2.5 5-1
10 10 Johnny Lies 5.00 2.9 5-1
1 1 Hoppetosse 6.00 4 8-1
8 8 Gonzalo 15.00 5.5 10-1
9 9 Red Spitfire 20.00 5.8 11-1
6 6 Ravi 8.00 6.2 12-1
5 5 Paynted Lion 20.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Blind Love 12.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Mose Smokin 3.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Tea Rose 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Poor Mans Lady 6.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Jet Spin 8.00 3.4 6-1
9 9 My Emi Shiraz 6.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Rylnnslookinglucky 20.00 3.9 7-1
11 11 Feel the Bolt 20.00 4.8 9-1
8 8 Hey Alexa 20.00 4.8 9-1
12 12 Class and Sass 15.00 6.7 13-1
3 3 Julie Belle 20.00 8 15-1
10 10 Irish B Goode 15.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Cashpoint 30.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Chestertown Jane 2.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Campaign Mischief 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 My Girl Back Home 1.50 1.3 2-1
6 6 Hoof and Boots 6.00 1.3 2-1
5 5 Yau Majesty 5.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Bellaforce 12.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Rehoboth Indian 10.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Gripen 3.50 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Howgreatisnate 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Bouncer 4.00 1.2 2-1
6 6 Worcester 2.50 1.9 4-1
4 4 Bump N Run 20.00 4.3 8-1
8 8 Karan’s Notion 30.00 SCRATCH
7 7 No Cents 12.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Dean Delivers 5.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Arden’sluckytobe 30.00 SCRATCH
5 5 No Easy Days 3.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Spencer Tiara 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Nancy Mary 2.50 1.4 3-1
1 1 Big Earn 3.00 2.9 5-1
3 3 Destination 6.00 3.3 6-1
2 2 I Can Do It 8.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Chickin Lickin 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Yes Picnic 8.00 1 2-1
6 6 Rerun Table 5.00 1.3 2-1
3 3 Mighty Lindsey 2.50 1.3 2-1
7 7 No Mo Muffins 2.00 1.4 3-1
5 5 Curlene’s Spirit 15.00 2.9 5-1
8 8 Tipmanee 6.00 3.3 6-1
2 2 Pichu 15.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Thirst for Hope 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.