Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, February 4, 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
7 7 Lady Zeta 1.50 1 2-1
2 2 R Averie Lynn 2.00 1.5 3-1
3 3 Yumyum Eat Em Up 6.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 Infastuation 5.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 Bad Connection 10.00 4.4 8-1
8 8 Sapphire Beauty 30.00 5.6 11-1
1 1 Gold Time Vixen 30.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Bugged Out 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Dancing Denae 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 Boss Mode 4.50 2.2 4-1
6 6 Sticktothesystem 5.00 2.7 5-1
5 5 Divot Digger 2.50 3.3 6-1
2 2 Pencil Me In 10.00 5.9 11-1
4 4 Paynted Lion 8.00 6.7 13-1
7 7 My Boy Bud 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Zio Lino 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Lannister 1.00 1.1 2-1
4 4 Star Atlas 4.50 1.5 3-1
5 5 Manseeyasway 8.00 2.1 4-1
3 3 Divine Swagger 15.00 2.3 4-1
2 2 Free Costs to Much 30.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 Magic Bay 15.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1A 5 Rowsie Express 1.20 1 2-1
7 8 Atlas Strong 2.50 1.4 3-1
4 3 Shigeko 8.00 1.4 3-1
5 6 Ade 5.00 3.9 7-1
3 2 Fitness 6.00 4.6 9-1
6 7 Isabella’s Glory 20.00 4.6 9-1
2 1 Golden Charm 12.00 4.8 9-1
1 4 Golden Eib Micrphn 1.20 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Triathelon 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sin Sin 2.00 3 6-1
2 2 Flying to Work 6.00 3.3 6-1
4 4 Plenty On Tap 5.00 3.7 7-1
9 9 Tug 15.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 Mickeymac 8.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Runaway Rooster 20.00 6.1 12-1
8 8 Q Got Hops 20.00 6.9 13-1
7 7 Babble 30.00 7.6 14-1
10 10 Gonna Make It 12.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Next Girl 3.50 1 2-1
10 10 Think Fast 5.00 1 2-1
12 12 Tap Dancin Cowgirl 8.00 1.4 3-1
6 6 I’m a Cutie Pie 10.00 1.9 4-1
8 8 Itsamonstamash 4.50 2.7 5-1
7 7 Smokin’ Hot Kitty 10.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Braquet 12.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Talk to the Judge 15.00 5.2 10-1
11 11 Backstretch Rose 12.00 5.2 10-1
5 5 Love You More 8.00 5.7 11-1
9 9 Double Airo 30.00 6.6 13-1
2 2 Braganza 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Zencat 10.00 1 2-1
1 1 Higher Sense 3.00 1.2 2-1
5 5 Paintmymasterpeace 6.00 2.1 4-1
3 3 Play It Cool 8.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Twin Lakes 6.00 2.5 5-1
4 4 Virginia Gentry 6.00 2.8 5-1
8 8 Grand Hall 3.50 3 6-1
2 2 Dr. Buzzy 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Xtra Heat S.) – Xtra Heat S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Won Ton 5.00 1 2-1
7 7 Victory Music 4.50 1 2-1
1 1 For the Ladies 5.00 3.2 6-1
6 6 Tap Into Grace 5.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Bresha 6.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Unfaithful Rose 3.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Sweet Shenanigans 4.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Spectacular Bid S.) – Spectacular Bid S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Trendsetter 5.00 1 2-1
4 4 Hollywood Import 4.50 2.1 4-1
1 1 Code of Silence 6.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Awesome Andy 3.00 2.7 5-1
2 2 Wild Warrior 8.00 3.1 6-1
8 8 Close the Gate 4.50 3.5 7-1
5 5 Hardtoblame 10.00 5 9-1
6 6 Star Sweeper 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Ecumenical 1.80 1 2-1
5 5 Blo By’em 2.50 2.2 4-1
6 6 Ellinger 4.50 3.3 6-1
7 7 Who Says So 6.00 4 8-1
3 3 D Hopper 6.00 4.1 8-1
4 4 American Litigator 8.00 4.6 9-1
1 1 Right of Rush 15.00 7 13-1

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.