Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, February 12, 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
5 5 Major Houlihan 4.50 1 2-1
4 4 Missy Boss 2.50 1.7 3-1
1 1 Vodkatini 10.00 3 6-1
8 8 By the Glass 3.00 4 8-1
3 3 Honor the Truth 8.00 5.1 10-1
6 6 It’sfiftyshadetime 10.00 5.1 10-1
9 9 Mainstream Sellout 6.00 6.6 12-1
7 7 Baby Sox 12.00 6.7 13-1
2 2 Always Forward 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 On a Proud Note 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Greek Heiress 5.00 1.1 2-1
1 1 My Flicker 8.00 1.7 3-1
4 4 Susan’s Mule 6.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Golden Rocket 3.00 2.4 4-1
2 2 Pinotslilgirl 2.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Last Gift 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Blind Love 6.00 1.4 3-1
7 7 Shenadoah Sunrise 8.00 1.6 3-1
8 8 Pichu 5.00 2 4-1
2 2 Genecho 2.50 3 6-1
3 3 Fiesta La Luna 10.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Trouble and Strife 30.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Hotmessness 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Strategist 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Amazing Bernie 4.00 1.8 3-1
4 4 Artist Mark 2.00 1.8 3-1
5 5 Lucked In 6.00 3.4 6-1
6 6 Docsgotallthecandy 12.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Twice Gold 3.50 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Tea Rose 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Poor Mans Lady 4.50 2.2 4-1
2 2 My Emi Shiraz 8.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Feel the Bolt 12.00 3.2 6-1
4 4 Jet Spin 4.50 3.6 7-1
8 8 Rylnnslookinglucky 12.00 3.7 7-1
9 9 Hey Alexa 20.00 4.8 9-1
11 11 Irish B Goode 10.00 4.8 9-1
10 10 Class and Sass 10.00 5.6 11-1
6 6 Julie Belle 20.00 7.7 15-1
1 1 Cashpoint 30.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Howgreatisnate 8.00 1 2-1
2 2 Sunny Breeze 6.00 1.4 3-1
10 10 Bouncer 5.00 1.8 3-1
4 4 Worcester 6.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Karan’s Notion 30.00 5.4 10-1
1 1 Arden’sluckytobe 30.00 7.3 14-1
8 8 Dean Delivers 15.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Prince of Jericho 2.50 SCRATCH
9 9 Bump N Run 30.00 SCRATCH
11 11 No Easy Days 8.00 SCRATCH
7 7 On the Mark 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Johnny Lies 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 In Honor of Jeff 6.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Mose Smokin 3.50 3.3 6-1
7 7 Williston Warrior 20.00 4.4 8-1
3 3 Gonzalo 15.00 4.5 9-1
8 8 Red Spitfire 20.00 4.7 9-1
6 6 Ravi 8.00 6 11-1
9 9 Hoppetosse 4.50 SCRATCH
1 1 Mo Missile 3.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 6 Maclean’s Rook 1.80 1 2-1
5 4 Certified Loverboy 3.00 2.2 4-1
4 3 Omaha Omaha 10.00 3.3 6-1
8 8 Indy Charges On 4.50 4.2 8-1
6 5 Crossland 30.00 4.3 8-1
1A 9 Love Me Not 3.50 4.5 9-1
3 2 Easter Bet 30.00 6.5 12-1
1 7 Hagrid’s Flame 3.50 SCRATCH
2 1 Mr. Papagiorgio 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Be Better 4.00 1 2-1
6 6 Morning Thoughts 6.00 3.3 6-1
3 3 States United 2.50 4.5 8-1
7 7 Self Taught 5.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Alilnalot 2.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Martini Martin 15.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 Admit Nothing 12.00 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.