Aqueduct Horse Racing Picks for Friday, April 10, 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 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Vino Frizzante 3.50 1 2-1
3 3 Kyle’s Mom 4.00 2 4-1
1 1 Snide 1.60 2.7 5-1
2 2 Racing Colors 8.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Grace and Grit 2.50 4.2 8-1
6 6 Amy’s Light 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Thirteen G’s 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 Sir Kartrite 2.00 2.6 5-1
1 1 Toga d’Oro 3.50 2.7 5-1
2 2 Into Inspiration 4.50 3.7 7-1
5 5 Math Tutor 3.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Dr. Merciless 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Moon Gate 3.50 1 2-1
3 3 Edistrudis 2.00 1.6 3-1
6 6 Elegant 1.60 2.1 4-1
2 2 Calling an Audible 8.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 Moonlit Weekend 20.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Principia 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Diamond Life 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Solutions 2.00 1.3 2-1
5 5 Lough Currane 5.00 1.5 3-1
2 2 The Brown Egg 15.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Trapping Hands 20.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 Midnight Musume 50.00 4 8-1
3 3 Gualillo 1.80 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Plex 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 The Hero Code 8.00 2.2 4-1
5 5 Winegold 3.50 2.6 5-1
2 2 Killybegs Kid 3.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 So Spirited 2.50 3.4 6-1
3 3 Jamaica Redd 10.00 4.6 9-1
4 4 Charlie Charmer 5.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Wonder Mist 1.80 1 2-1
6 6 Southeastern 8.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 The Toy Cannon 3.50 3 6-1
3 3 Slay Sadie Slay 12.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Bonsai Warrior 15.00 SCRATCH
2 2 First Blessing 8.00 5 10-1
5 5 Tiger Rocket 2.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Marelow 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Scarlet’s Dream 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 Purpose 3.00 1.3 2-1
3 3 Moonlight Gal 6.00 1.4 3-1
5 5 Heavens Lee 6.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Luckforyou 15.00 2.4 5-1
8 8 A. P. Slingshot 5.00 4.6 9-1
4 4 Maxisure 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Dr. Sinatra 8.00 1 2-1
1 1 Felonious 4.50 1.3 2-1
4 4 Stream It 5.00 2.7 5-1
8 8 Fightforallegiance 6.00 3.7 7-1
7 7 Resolute Will 3.50 6.4 12-1
5 5 Into the Light 15.00 7.5 14-1
6 6 Bishop Booming 2.50 7.7 15-1
3 3 San Giovanni 8.00 8 15-1

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.