Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, February 20, 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 Marks Legacy 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Take the Hint 6.00 1.2 2-1
4 4 Gomarkgo 2.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Bourbon Or Wine 10.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Imperial Bandit 6.00 4.5 8-1
3 3 Atchafalaya Sunset 10.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 He’s Exaggerating 4.50 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 La Nina Dorada 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 Norah G 2.50 1.6 3-1
6 6 Jojo Bean 4.50 2 4-1
2 2 Miss Priority 2.00 3.6 7-1
1 1 Island Gold 10.00 4.1 8-1
3 3 Magnolia Avenue 12.00 5.1 10-1
4 4 Wonderrand 6.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Sassi Royal 3.50 1 2-1
10 10 First Samaritan 2.50 1.3 2-1
5 5 Sky Simon 5.00 1.3 2-1
7 7 Greatizlove 20.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Atmosphere 4.00 3.4 6-1
9 9 Own My Destiny 8.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Analitico 12.00 6 11-1
6 6 Party Crasher 20.00 6.1 11-1
8 8 Popa’s Pride 15.00 7.7 15-1
1 1 Baritone Crier 15.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Final War 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Choctaw Strategy 20.00 2.4 4-1
7 7 Missing Brian 8.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Spectacle 3.50 4.1 8-1
5 5 Slewssongofthenile 15.00 6.1 12-1
2 2 Candy Dreamin 6.00 7.1 13-1
3 3 Zong’s Creed 8.00 7.6 14-1
9 9 Zyanaro 4.50 8.4 16-1
8 8 Saint Ronin 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Delta Downs Fillies And Mares Appreciation Overnight S.) – Delta Downs Fillies And Mares Appreciation Overnight S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Sweet Note 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Graceful Star 12.00 3.5 7-1
5 5 Our Keepsake 3.00 4.3 8-1
8 8 First Love 10.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Blessed Assurance 5.00 5.7 11-1
9 9 Moon Mist 6.00 6.2 12-1
2 2 Pharoahs Baby Gyal 8.00 6.4 12-1
7 7 No Map Needed 20.00 7.9 15-1
4 4 Show Me the Candy 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Poppy Red 6.00 1 2-1
4 4 Incognito Burrito 2.00 2.9 6-1
2 2 Our Gal Layla 3.00 3.3 6-1
3 3 Miss Makeithappen 15.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 Exploding Circle 15.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Majestic Rags 4.50 5.5 10-1
1 1 She’s Magnificent 4.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Delta Downs Colts And Geldings Appreciation Overnight S.) – Delta Downs Colts And Geldings Appreciation Overnight S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Saint Gabriel 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 A Million Moons 15.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Chad’s Flashy Ways 10.00 3.9 7-1
9 9 Mr McGregor 10.00 4.6 9-1
8 8 Bourbon Heist 6.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Two Dollars 20.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 Paynted Blue 5.00 6.1 12-1
4 4 Sweet Fantasy 8.00 6.1 12-1
7 7 Brite Outlook 2.50 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Going the Distance 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 Approval Rating 2.50 2.5 5-1
3 3 Thisoneisforyou 12.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Lady Cheryl’s Song 6.00 5.2 10-1
9 9 Sassi Idol 5.00 5.5 10-1
4 4 Chasing Glory 20.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 Terra Bella 4.00 7.7 15-1
2 2 Margarita Daze 15.00 8.1 15-1
5 5 Miz Mastery 15.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Delta Downs Colts And Geldings Appreciation Overnight S.) – Delta Downs Colts And Geldings Appreciation Overnight S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Perry County 8.00 1 2-1
5 5 The Donegal Clan 3.50 1.1 2-1
6 6 Frosty Blue 6.00 1.5 3-1
9 9 American Know How 3.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 Authentic Gallop 4.00 4.2 8-1
2 2 Interlude 12.00 4.8 9-1
3 3 Max Is G Money 8.00 6.3 12-1
7 7 Special Dispatch 10.00 7.3 14-1
8 8 Pocketful of Money 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Cut Day 15.00 1 2-1
8 8 Mr Liam and Alan 5.00 6.1 11-1
3 3 King Zog 2.00 6.3 12-1
5 5 Thisguycanfly 10.00 7.2 14-1
1 1 Moon Trip 20.00 7.6 14-1
7 7 Awesome William 6.00 7.8 15-1
6 6 Live Affair 12.00 8.1 15-1
12 12 Due We Dare 12.00 8.9 17-1
9 9 Ru Mor Starter 3.50 9.6 18-1
2 2 Muncle 20.00 10.7 20-1
10 10 Garnet Jubilee 10.00 10.7 20-1
11 11 Yakety Yak 8.00 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.