Aqueduct Horse Racing Picks for Friday, March 27, 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
3 3 Floge 1.60 1 2-1
4 4 Luna Moth 1.80 1.9 4-1
5 5 Foxy Cara 4.00 2.3 4-1
1 1 Hauntress 6.00 4.5 9-1
2 2 She’s Complicated 8.00 5 10-1
6 6 Troubled Luck 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Anyway 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Hong Kong Phooey 8.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Gulfy 2.00 5 10-1
5 5 Top Player 6.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Southeastern 4.50 5.8 11-1
3 3 Bold Love 3.50 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Skylander 1.80 1 2-1
7 7 Timaeus 1.20 1.8 3-1
4 4 Prince of Truth 8.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Mister J T 20.00 3.1 6-1
6 6 Sin Nombre 4.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Scaramanga 12.00 3.8 7-1
1 1 Nobodyridesforfree 30.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 What’s Up Bro 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Elysian Meadows 5.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Merica’s Back 2.00 2.8 5-1
2 2 Three B’s 4.50 3.5 7-1
4 4 Beary Funny 6.00 3.6 7-1
1 1 Factually Correct 10.00 5 10-1
3 3 Master Freud 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Chips and Fish 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Bellamy 4.00 2 4-1
6 6 Big Brooklyn 6.00 2.7 5-1
5 5 Reign It In 6.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Swedish Candy 30.00 5.1 10-1
9 9 Solomini’s World 10.00 5.5 10-1
2 2 Trapping Hands 30.00 5.5 10-1
8 8 Cruising Cat 20.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Mach Schnell 3.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Rock Steady Babe 8.00 1 2-1
1 1 Kaz Farm Girl 8.00 1.9 4-1
8 8 Majorsdreamcometru 4.00 4.2 8-1
7 7 Punchoutandgohome 5.00 5.4 10-1
4 4 Barbour County 5.00 5.6 10-1
2 2 Beau’s Bella 4.50 6.2 12-1
3 3 Venetta 2.50 7.3 14-1
5 5 Big Jackie 15.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Le Gris 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 Wynstock 4.50 2 4-1
1 1 Resilience 2.50 2.5 5-1
7 7 Dreamlike 3.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Whittington Park 6.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 Makes Sense 5.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Society Man 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Superpower 4.50 1 2-1
7 7 Forgone 2.50 2.3 4-1
6 6 Magni 5.00 3 6-1
4 4 Nantz 8.00 3.1 6-1
10 10 Fiscal Drag 12.00 4.8 9-1
8 8 Strand Road 12.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Majestic Arc 15.00 5 9-1
1 1 Instant Success 20.00 5.4 10-1
9 9 Damage 20.00 7.2 14-1
2 2 Mercilesanihilator 3.50 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.