Oaklawn Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, April 17, 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
4 4 Always Spiteful 1.60 1 2-1
5 5 Revel Toast 2.00 1.1 2-1
3 3 What’s the Tea 3.00 1.4 3-1
6 6 Clap Back 4.50 1.8 3-1
2 2 Magic Seeker 20.00 6 11-1
1 1 American Missy 20.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Wolf Tooth 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Yancopin 2.50 1.2 2-1
7 7 House Trick 4.00 1.8 3-1
8 8 Pistol Padre 6.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Royal Irish 8.00 3.3 6-1
3 3 Golden City Street 10.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Keokuk Kid 15.00 6.1 11-1
4 4 Hello Bourbon 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 8 Argan 1.80 1 2-1
1 2 Legally Lucky 2.00 1.1 2-1
1A 4 What’s to Do 2.00 1.1 2-1
2B 7 Boltoro 3.00 1.8 3-1
2 5 Saranac Lake 3.00 1.8 3-1
4 3 Moenchanted 5.00 3.2 6-1
3 1 Chasing Shadows 12.00 8 15-1
5 6 L. A. Diamond 12.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Faust 1.20 1 2-1
2 2 I’m McDreamy 3.50 2 4-1
5 5 I Got Game 4.50 2.4 5-1
1 1 Clockin In 5.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 Coach Jimi D 8.00 4 7-1
3 3 Perfect Force 12.00 5.7 11-1
7 7 Max Got Excited 15.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Itzel 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Shanett 3.00 1.3 2-1
2 2 Ibuki 3.50 1.6 3-1
7 7 Miss Arlington 4.00 1.8 3-1
5 5 Electrifying Lady 8.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 September Magic 10.00 5.2 10-1
3 3 Ms Carroll County 12.00 6.3 12-1
4 4 Key to Success 15.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Filly Crystal 1.20 1 2-1
6 6 Rojo Rita 4.00 2.4 5-1
7 7 Kelly’s Girl 4.50 2.7 5-1
3 3 Baytown Butterfly 5.00 2.9 6-1
1 1 Ozona 10.00 5.5 10-1
8 8 Musical Prayer 12.00 6.5 12-1
5 5 Delacina 15.00 8 15-1
4 4 Swiftwind 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 I Got No Munny 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Martini Blu 3.00 1.2 2-1
2 2 Seeking Sawyer 3.50 1.4 3-1
3 3 Waco 5.00 1.9 4-1
1 1 Taillights 8.00 3 6-1
5 5 Chez Whiz 12.00 4.5 8-1
6 6 Ready Shoes 15.00 5.6 10-1
8 8 Lucky Shot 20.00 7.4 14-1
10 10 Face Value 20.00 7.4 14-1
9 9 Great Barrier 20.00 7.4 14-1
11 11 Critical Threat 30.00 11 21-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Spun D M C 2.50 1 2-1
9 9 Top Level 3.00 1.2 2-1
4 4 Hammond 3.50 1.5 3-1
6 6 American Man 4.00 1.7 3-1
1 1 Papa Ken 6.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Fifty Four Yarder 12.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Scouser 20.00 9 17-1
5 5 Moneymilitia 20.00 9 17-1
2 2 Rooster J 20.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Bendoog 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Gould’s Gold 3.00 1.2 2-1
7 7 Stronghold 3.50 1.5 3-1
1 1 Seize the Night 4.00 1.7 3-1
3 3 Gun Party 8.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Woodcourt 10.00 4.6 9-1
5 5 King Russell 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Fatguyinlittlecoat 2.00 1 2-1
9 9 Bienville 3.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Camino 3.50 1.7 3-1
2 2 Hillbilly Daydream 8.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Shances R 10.00 4.6 9-1
8 8 Whiskey Point 12.00 5.4 10-1
1 1 Big Fuzz 15.00 6.8 13-1
6 6 Rip Cord 15.00 6.8 13-1
5 5 Jackie Paper 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.