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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
6 6 Whiskey Bee Gone 4.00 1 2-1
1 1 Lewis Memorial 4.50 1.3 2-1
10 10 S D’s Takeover 4.50 1.3 2-1
8 8 Louisiana Star 6.00 2.1 4-1
3 3 Andys Plan B 6.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Zong’s Favor 8.00 3.3 6-1
9 9 Clearly Colossal 8.00 3.3 6-1
7 7 Dulce Lorefiche 12.00 5.5 10-1
4 4 Saboteur 15.00 7.2 14-1
5 5 Hard Cry 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Django 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 You Belong Here 2.50 1.1 2-1
2 2 C Mac Da Boss 3.50 1.4 3-1
1 1 Truly Legit 4.50 1.7 3-1
5 5 Purple Heart 5.00 1.8 3-1
3 3 Dromas 20.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Mamba Out 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Berlaine 3.00 1.5 3-1
1 1 Anajuliaforever 3.00 1.5 3-1
4 4 Miss Maximus 4.50 2.2 4-1
6 6 Beamer 10.00 4.7 9-1
7 7 Gold Plus 12.00 5.6 11-1
5 5 Day for the Gray 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Sight 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Fake Smart 3.00 1.2 2-1
1 1 Urban Ruler 4.00 1.7 3-1
5 5 Run of the House 4.00 1.7 3-1
7 7 Spielman 6.00 2.7 5-1
2 2 California Swag 12.00 5.6 11-1
4 4 Blondate 15.00 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 1.5 3-1
3 3 Southscape 3.00 1.5 3-1
7 7 Slick and Fast 4.50 2.9 5-1
8 8 Cajun Ami 6.00 4.3 8-1
4 4 Sonya Knows Better 6.00 4.3 8-1
2 2 Wayside Drive 10.00 8 15-1
1 1 Star Rock Star 10.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Rothko 1.40 1 2-1
3 3 Maximum Promise 1.80 1.1 2-1
1 1 Better Than Gold 4.50 1.8 3-1
2 2 Dettori 5.00 2 4-1
6 6 Vamos Carlitos 8.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Mackadoo 20.00 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
4 4 Dawn After Dawn 4.50 2 4-1
6 6 Get Real Baby 5.00 2.3 4-1
5 5 Whiskey Business 5.00 2.3 4-1
9 9 Myiyla 6.00 3 6-1
2 2 Perfect Union 8.00 4.3 8-1
8 8 Leslie’s Mojeaux 8.00 4.3 8-1
3 3 P. O. S. H. Posh 8.00 4.3 8-1
1 1 Shesabeast 15.00 9 17-1

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 2.9 5-1
1 1 Blessed Assurance 5.00 3.3 6-1
3 3 Pickin Ana Grinnin 6.00 4.3 8-1
8 8 Incognito Burrito 6.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 Swamp Queen 6.00 4.3 8-1
7 7 Box of Pictures 8.00 6.1 12-1
6 6 Jus Evelyn 10.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Orizzonte 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Money Game 3.50 1.6 3-1
1 1 Tarantino 4.00 2.2 4-1
2 2 Attache 4.50 2.8 5-1
5 5 Bedard 6.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Energize 6.00 4.6 9-1
7 7 Brite Outlook 8.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Englishman 0.80 1 2-1
5 5 Silver Talisman 5.00 2.2 4-1
8 8 Donegal Light 6.00 2.4 5-1
3 3 Falcon Cove 8.00 3 6-1
4 4 Rude Procedure 12.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Atmosphere 12.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Stormforged 12.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Bridge Classic 12.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 Sav’n Money 30.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 11 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Syvestar 3.00 1 2-1
9 9 Regatta Bay 4.00 1.5 3-1
2 2 Saucy Argument 4.50 1.7 3-1
5 5 Creekside 4.50 1.7 3-1
1 1 Doolgaroux 5.00 1.9 4-1
7 7 You Good 8.00 3.4 6-1
4 4 Kee Jee 15.00 6.7 13-1
8 8 Gobot 20.00 9 17-1
6 6 Kah Nigh 20.00 9 17-1

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.

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