Oaklawn Park Horse Racing Picks for Sunday, February 22, 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 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Feasible 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 Misty Muppet 2.00 2.5 5-1
5 5 Lady Aberdeen 3.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Good Call 12.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Kentucky Smokeshow 8.00 3.6 7-1
7 7 Jaydensqueenoharts 15.00 5.5 10-1
6 6 Lady Pippa 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Coal Fired 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Astro Beau 4.50 1.6 3-1
4 4 Turin 4.00 2.4 5-1
3 3 Kingscliff 3.50 4.4 8-1
5 5 Princeton 6.00 5.7 11-1
7 7 Jackie Paper 10.00 7.2 14-1
8 8 Ledbetter 15.00 7.7 15-1
6 6 Ripple’s Rocket 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 11 Dark Vector 2.50 1 2-1
8 9 Mamoot 4.00 1.1 2-1
2 1 Montana Cafe 20.00 1.2 2-1
1 2 Woodspoint 8.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Coastal Breeze 3.00 2.4 5-1
9 10 Skyler 15.00 3.7 7-1
1A 5 Mellifluous 8.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Tapwrits Temper 6.00 4.5 8-1
6 7 Run for Gold 20.00 4.6 9-1
7 8 Chromerunner 8.00 6.9 13-1
5 6 Sneaky Feet 30.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Timing Difference 2.50 SCRATCH
1 1 Miracle Worker 8.00 1.4 3-1
2 2 Gas Alley 15.00 3.3 6-1
3 3 Tap Me a Song 10.00 4.5 8-1
6 6 City of Oscars 3.00 4.6 9-1
7 7 Aero Star 6.00 6.6 12-1
5 5 Poppa Echo 2.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 El Diablo Rojo 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Steel Link 12.00 1.1 2-1
10 10 Martini Blu 4.50 1.4 3-1
1 1 Campfire Creed 20.00 2 4-1
7 7 Go West 3.50 2.9 5-1
3 3 K P Kwest 5.00 3.4 6-1
4 4 Juilliard 10.00 3.6 7-1
5 5 J J’s Joker 6.00 4.2 8-1
9 9 Critical Threat 20.00 5.6 10-1
8 8 Princip 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Creative Minister 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Midnight West 4.00 1.2 2-1
2 2 Black Powder 2.50 2.1 4-1
8 8 Spoiler 15.00 6.1 12-1
9 9 El Rey Dorado 8.00 6.9 13-1
3 3 Pike Place 5.00 7.6 14-1
1 1 Conquering Cat 15.00 7.8 15-1
4 4 Gunflash 10.00 8.2 15-1
5 5 Dynamis 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Color Comin’ In 3.00 1 2-1
4 4 Tiz in Sight 2.50 3.6 7-1
6 6 Our Two Girls 2.00 3.9 7-1
2 2 Front Runnin 4.50 5.1 10-1
8 8 Runadhara 15.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 Prowess 20.00 5.8 11-1
7 7 N Z Holly 15.00 6.9 13-1
3 3 Magic Seeker 20.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Mendela 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Marmalade Skye 8.00 2.4 5-1
5 5 Miss Martini 8.00 3 6-1
4 4 Ma Rae’s Girl 4.00 3.4 6-1
7 7 Queen’s Martini 2.50 3.4 7-1
1 1 Spring Dancer 12.00 4.4 8-1
3 3 Bow Draw 20.00 6 11-1
6 6 Blue Squall 20.00 6.5 12-1
9 9 Letta’s Legacy 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
12 12 Task 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Two Dollar Eddie 10.00 1.8 3-1
1 1 Stormbender 20.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Mr. Butch 5.00 2.4 4-1
5 5 Giant Moon 15.00 2.7 5-1
8 8 Hicko 3.50 4.4 8-1
4 4 Clear Echo 12.00 5.4 10-1
2 2 Saved 30.00 8.9 17-1
9 9 Bote 8.00 9.4 18-1
10 10 Four O Nine 4.00 9.8 18-1
11 11 Outlaw Run 30.00 10.1 19-1
6 6 Sir Henry Oliver 20.00 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.