Fair Grounds Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, March 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
1 1 Lewis Memorial 4.50 1 2-1
9 9 Clearly Colossal 8.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Andys Plan B 6.00 3.1 6-1
2 2 Zong’s Favor 8.00 3.2 6-1
10 10 S D’s Takeover 4.50 3.8 7-1
8 8 Louisiana Star 6.00 4.6 9-1
4 4 Saboteur 15.00 4.8 9-1
6 6 Whiskey Bee Gone 4.00 6.7 13-1
7 7 Dulce Lorefiche 12.00 7.9 15-1
5 5 Hard Cry 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 You Belong Here 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Django 2.00 1.8 3-1
2 2 C Mac Da Boss 3.50 2.4 4-1
1 1 Truly Legit 4.50 2.5 5-1
3 3 Dromas 20.00 3.5 7-1
5 5 Purple Heart 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Berlaine 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Beamer 10.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 Mamba Out 2.00 3.9 7-1
7 7 Gold Plus 12.00 4.5 9-1
4 4 Miss Maximus 4.50 4.7 9-1
5 5 Day for the Gray 15.00 5 9-1
1 1 Anajuliaforever 3.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Sight 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Urban Ruler 4.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Fake Smart 3.00 2.4 5-1
5 5 Run of the House 4.00 2.7 5-1
7 7 Spielman 6.00 4.3 8-1
4 4 Blondate 15.00 6.5 12-1
2 2 California Swag 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Calicoco 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Passing Judgment 3.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Slick and Fast 4.50 3.4 6-1
2 2 Wayside Drive 10.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Sonya Knows Better 6.00 3.8 7-1
1 1 Star Rock Star 10.00 4 8-1
3 3 Southscape 3.00 4.5 9-1
8 8 Cajun Ami 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Maximum Promise 1.80 1 2-1
4 4 Rothko 1.40 2.4 4-1
1 1 Better Than Gold 4.50 2.8 5-1
5 5 Mackadoo 20.00 3.6 7-1
6 6 Vamos Carlitos 8.00 5.7 11-1
2 2 Dettori 5.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 The Great Maybe 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Whiskey Business 5.00 1.1 2-1
9 9 Myiyla 6.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Dawn After Dawn 4.50 2.8 5-1
2 2 Perfect Union 8.00 3 6-1
1 1 Shesabeast 15.00 4 8-1
8 8 Leslie’s Mojeaux 8.00 6.3 12-1
6 6 Get Real Baby 5.00 SCRATCH
3 3 P. O. S. H. Posh 8.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Diva Beach 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 R T’s Gem 4.50 1 2-1
7 7 Box of Pictures 8.00 1.3 2-1
8 8 Incognito Burrito 6.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Pickin Ana Grinnin 6.00 1.8 3-1
6 6 Jus Evelyn 10.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Swamp Queen 6.00 3.1 6-1
1 1 Blessed Assurance 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Money Game 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 Orizzonte 3.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Bedard 6.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Attache 4.50 5.4 10-1
7 7 Brite Outlook 8.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 Tarantino 4.00 6.6 12-1
6 6 Energize 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Silver Talisman 5.00 1 2-1
9 9 Englishman 0.80 2.2 4-1
4 4 Rude Procedure 12.00 2.5 5-1
2 2 Stormforged 12.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Sav’n Money 30.00 4.6 9-1
8 8 Donegal Light 6.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Falcon Cove 8.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Atmosphere 12.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Bridge Classic 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 11 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Syvestar 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Creekside 4.50 1.1 2-1
7 7 You Good 8.00 2.4 4-1
9 9 Regatta Bay 4.00 2.7 5-1
2 2 Saucy Argument 4.50 4.5 8-1
8 8 Gobot 20.00 5.7 11-1
4 4 Kee Jee 15.00 5.9 11-1
6 6 Kah Nigh 20.00 7.1 13-1
1 1 Doolgaroux 5.00 SCRATCH

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.