Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, February 5, 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
4 4 Ahooga 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Dirty Deal 3.50 1.8 3-1
2 2 Everlovingmo 4.50 2.4 4-1
6 6 Parole Drama 5.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Chatty Milligan 8.00 4.2 8-1
8 8 Midnight Coal 10.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Charismatic Sailor 12.00 6.4 12-1
3 3 He’s Therealdeal 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Cool Guitar 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Pennys Deal 3.50 1.6 3-1
5 5 Clearly Credo 4.50 2.1 4-1
6 6 Gabe’s Possum 6.00 3 6-1
9 9 Majority Opinion 8.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 The Boyz Priority 10.00 5.3 10-1
10 10 Coattails 12.00 6.4 12-1
1 1 El Dan 15.00 8.1 15-1
11 11 Running Ragged 15.00 8.1 15-1
8 8 Baby’s Last Dance 20.00 11 21-1
3 3 Petitfor 20.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 My Kinda Deal 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Boston Chit Chat 3.50 1.3 2-1
10 10 Running Production 5.00 2.1 4-1
6 6 One Sure Hit 6.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Auston Got Even 8.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Zyanaro 8.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Dauntless Star 10.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Hadean Star 12.00 5.8 11-1
7 7 Cabanabobanna 20.00 10 19-1
9 9 Cajunsmores 20.00 10 19-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Solidify 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Incredible Shot 2.50 1.3 2-1
4 4 Timehascome 4.50 2.5 5-1
6 6 Baron of the Nile 6.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 Classic Bet 8.00 4.6 9-1
2 2 Surprise Road Trip 8.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Unfathomed 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Path to Success 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Uxmal 3.50 1.6 3-1
2 2 The Boss Soss 4.50 2.1 4-1
7 7 Cryptozonic 5.00 2.4 5-1
1 1 Grunt 6.00 3 6-1
8 8 Crimson Storm 8.00 4.1 8-1
3 3 Mr. Faversham 12.00 6.3 12-1
6 6 Bali Rolling Tide 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 C F Spunie Style 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Yankeestrolgy 3.50 1.8 3-1
2 2 Seehoss 4.00 2.1 4-1
8 8 Red Idol 5.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Chad’s Flash 8.00 4.2 8-1
3 3 Strong Prospect 12.00 6.4 12-1
6 6 Summertime Peppers 12.00 6.4 12-1
7 7 Pocketful of Money 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Approval Rating 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Beautiful Mischief 3.00 1.5 3-1
5 5 She’s Magnificent 4.50 2.2 4-1
7 7 Jilly’s West 5.00 2.4 4-1
1 1 Miz Mastery 6.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 Black Ginger 8.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Venice Vibe 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Yakety Yock 3.00 1 2-1
4 4 S D’s Takeover 4.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Toms Lucky Mo 5.00 2.8 5-1
12 12 Zong’s Favor 8.00 5.6 11-1
2 2 Lewis Memorial 8.00 5.6 11-1
7 7 Witchology 8.00 5.6 11-1
1 1 Littlebitofajimmy 8.00 5.6 11-1
10 10 Big Roux 10.00 7.4 14-1
11 11 Nelle Tue Mani 10.00 7.4 14-1
3 3 Easy Eddie A 12.00 9.3 17-1
8 8 Brandon’s Best 12.00 9.3 17-1
9 9 Brother Ryan 15.00 12 23-1

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.