Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, February 19, 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
9 9 Mazilynn 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Mutually Exclusive 10.00 2.4 4-1
7 7 Appeal Kati 6.00 5.8 11-1
4 4 Laryscountrygirl 5.00 6.3 12-1
5 5 Parisi 3.00 6.4 12-1
3 3 Midnight Cigarette 20.00 6.4 12-1
10 10 Orthodox Dixie 20.00 7 13-1
8 8 Khozy’s Operetta 15.00 8.7 16-1
2 2 Deal Breaking Dame 15.00 9.6 18-1
1 1 Clarisit 8.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Rose Darling 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Blaze On 15.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Knocked Out 3.50 2.8 5-1
7 7 East Shore 2.00 3.1 6-1
1 1 Hardly Mischievous 8.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Layla’s Song 10.00 5.6 11-1
3 3 Chrome Racer 8.00 6.6 12-1
2 2 Miss Tappy Tone 15.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Dirty Deal 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 Ongoing Challenge 12.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Yankee Prince 6.00 2.4 5-1
6 6 Playboy Rocket 8.00 3 6-1
4 4 Magic On the Mike 15.00 4.4 8-1
8 8 Robbiesstormangel 4.00 5.2 10-1
3 3 Lil J. Henry 20.00 6.3 12-1
2 2 Tears for Thee 1.80 7 13-1
9 9 Bigfunonthebayou 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 About the Business 4.00 1 2-1
7 7 Louisiana Luca 10.00 2.4 4-1
8 8 Ocean’s Ruler 4.50 3.6 7-1
2 2 Boy Charlie 5.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Blazing Saber 8.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Gypsy Squall 12.00 4.7 9-1
9 9 Our Bodie 3.00 5.7 11-1
3 3 Big Duck 20.00 5.8 11-1
11 11 Quikonthetrigger 2.50 9.8 19-1
12 12 Awesome William 5.00 10.8 20-1
6 6 I’m a Night Train 20.00 11 21-1
10 10 Native Requite 10.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Prince Perfecta 5.00 1 2-1
4 4 S D’s Takeover 4.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 Houstons Eagle 5.00 4.3 8-1
2 2 No Soy Borracho 2.50 5.5 10-1
1 1 Toms Lucky Mo 8.00 6.6 12-1
3 3 Gloryland Band 20.00 6.9 13-1
9 9 Runner Runner 15.00 8.2 15-1
11 11 Coboch 3.50 8.9 17-1
5 5 Zong’s to Blame 20.00 9.8 18-1
8 8 Humor Me Boy 12.00 10.8 20-1
12 12 Too Cold At Home 10.00 11 21-1
10 10 Cahill’s Legacy 8.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Creole Charlie 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Stiff Drink 3.50 4.9 9-1
5 5 Fast Verdict 8.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Lost Da Vinci 10.00 5.4 10-1
3 3 Sparra 8.00 5.9 11-1
12 12 Love Candy 8.00 7.4 14-1
9 9 Takeover Fiftyfour 4.50 8.1 15-1
7 7 Pinch Me a Penny 8.00 8.1 15-1
4 4 Bello Creedo 15.00 9.7 18-1
11 11 Rockall 6.00 11.4 21-1
8 8 Homeland Messa 15.00 11.6 22-1
10 10 Pure Malice 15.00 12 23-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Midnight Coal 8.00 1 2-1
5 5 Lee Street 5.00 2.5 5-1
2 2 Dr. Dean 2.50 4.2 8-1
4 4 Ninth Ward Bobby O 8.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 Guitar Guy 12.00 5.4 10-1
8 8 Ole Mister 3.00 6 11-1
9 9 Ray Mefasolateedoe 6.00 6.4 12-1
7 7 Cozzino 20.00 6.5 12-1
3 3 Samuel 10.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Solidify 1.80 1 2-1
2 2 C F Spunie Style 8.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Timehascome 4.00 5.3 10-1
3 3 Julia’s Warrior 5.00 5.7 11-1
6 6 Absolute Chaos 3.00 6 11-1
4 4 Begforforgiveness 12.00 6.4 12-1
7 7 Special Moment 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 El Avion 8.00 1 2-1
6 6 Peak Priority 12.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 It’s a Blue Sky 12.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Stray Lightning 3.50 4.9 9-1
10 10 Howiewin 4.50 4.9 9-1
5 5 Easy Like Breezy 8.00 5.3 10-1
2 2 Priscilla Rose 3.50 5.7 11-1
9 9 Borongan 20.00 6.8 13-1
8 8 Youcandoitboy 20.00 11 21-1
11 11 Auston Got Even 6.00 11.2 21-1
12 12 Running Production 12.00 11.2 21-1
1 1 Velocity Storm 5.00 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.