Aqueduct Horse Racing Picks for Friday, April 3, 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 Khali’s Storm 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Bengalese 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Gran Judgement 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Combatant’s Song 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Not Tapping 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Scoring Points 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Reside 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Raging Sea Captain 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Mercilesanihilator 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Kid Rich 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Never Say Uncle 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Lucky Larry 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Go Dharma 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Who’s Your Zaddy 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Mitolegayne 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Sfumato 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Crowbar Artist 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Judge Boushay 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Lights Out Leni 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Asset Light 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Jet Mist 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Directive 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Call Me Jal 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Smart Sugar 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Yolo 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 So Vain 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Saratoga Sunset 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Relli’s Cruiser 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Flee 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Icy Legs 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 All of My Whatif’s 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Mia Nipotina 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Spirit of Esther 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Tammy’s Cruiser 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 That’sthefactjack 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Cha Cha Wren 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Widdershins 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Rose Lisa 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Middle Market 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Playa Del Mar 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Antietam 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Seeker’s Hope 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Superpower 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Egyptian 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Moment’s Notice 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Mystic Night 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sagamore Mischief 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Bar Fourteen 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Brew Pub 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Texas Red Hot 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Skylander 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Because the Night 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Aleah Aleah 0.00 1 2-1

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.