Fair Grounds Horse Racing Picks for Sunday, March 8, 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
4 4 Our Majestic 2.00 1 2-1
8 8 McZ 3.00 1.4 3-1
6 6 Sir Mack 4.00 1.8 3-1
5 5 Doolgaroux 5.00 2.2 4-1
3 3 Daddy’s Code 6.00 2.6 5-1
2 2 Stone Alliance 12.00 4.9 9-1
7 7 Kee Jee 12.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Mischevious Robert 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Custom Cadillac 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Royal Hope 3.00 1.2 2-1
6 6 Big Nickel 4.50 1.9 4-1
1 1 Blame Me Seriously 5.00 2.1 4-1
9 9 Mr. Ronnie 6.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Billy Bowlegs 15.00 6.7 13-1
5 5 Baby’s Last Dance 15.00 6.7 13-1
7 7 Saberman 20.00 9 17-1
8 8 Night Stick 20.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Vitruvius 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Dashing Diem 3.50 1.5 3-1
6 6 Cajun Coaster 4.50 1.9 4-1
8 8 First Samaritan 6.00 2.4 5-1
10 10 Hms Diamond 6.00 2.4 5-1
11 11 Charlie Prime 6.00 2.4 5-1
1 1 Crimson Red Road 6.00 2.4 5-1
4 4 Dr Hinckley 8.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 Daat 15.00 5.6 11-1
3 3 Bee Aurelius 20.00 7.4 14-1
7 7 Nippit 30.00 11 21-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Beleout 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Liam’s Mist 3.50 1.6 3-1
4 4 Fast Flame 3.50 1.6 3-1
6 6 Blessed Assurance 4.50 2.8 5-1
7 7 Kentucky Cajun 6.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Hopeitsmyluckyday 8.00 7 13-1
1 1 Graceful Star 8.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 McGinnis 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Royal Irish 4.50 1.4 3-1
10 10 Zun Reyder 4.50 1.4 3-1
5 5 Ain’t Dere No Mo 5.00 1.5 3-1
8 8 Beach Invasion 6.00 1.7 3-1
4 4 Got Stripes 8.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Somekinda Mischief 10.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Seminole Man 10.00 2.6 5-1
9 9 Can See Da Feet 20.00 5 9-1
12 12 Mo Can Do 50.00 12 23-1
11 11 Greatizlove 50.00 12 23-1
2 2 Bonified Crazy 50.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Lammas (GB) 3.50 1 2-1
5 5 Masqueparade 4.50 1.7 3-1
4 4 Curahee 4.50 1.7 3-1
7 7 Bourbon Heist 5.00 2 4-1
2 2 Kavod 6.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Bernin Tune 6.00 2.7 5-1
1 1 Parkway 8.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 National Eclipse 10.00 5.5 10-1
9 9 Lucky Romance 15.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Random Harvest 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Bracelet 4.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 For Love and Honor 4.50 3.4 6-1
6 6 Triumphant Spirit 4.50 3.4 6-1
1 1 Paris Lily 4.50 3.4 6-1
3 3 Parish Lane 6.00 7 13-1
5 5 Sierra November 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Deal Me Trips 3.00 1 2-1
4 4 Make Me a Deal 4.50 1.9 4-1
9 9 Ohm Namo 6.00 2.8 5-1
8 8 Playboy Rocket 6.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Aunt Netty’s Tank 8.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Closing With Honor 8.00 3.9 7-1
7 7 Palace Alex 10.00 5.1 10-1
2 2 Gato Blue 10.00 5.1 10-1
10 10 Fruit Basket 12.00 6.3 12-1
1 1 Sly Jack 15.00 8.1 15-1
11 11 No Deal Or Deal 20.00 11 21-1

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.