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
5 5 Revel Toast 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 What’s the Tea 3.00 1.4 3-1
2 2 Magic Seeker 20.00 2.4 5-1
1 1 American Missy 20.00 4.3 8-1
4 4 Always Spiteful 1.60 6 11-1
6 6 Clap Back 4.50 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
3 3 Golden City Street 10.00 4.1 8-1
5 5 Royal Irish 8.00 5.5 10-1
6 6 Yancopin 2.50 5.5 10-1
1 1 Keokuk Kid 15.00 6.1 12-1
4 4 Hello Bourbon 20.00 6.8 13-1
7 7 House Trick 4.00 7.2 14-1
8 8 Pistol Padre 6.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 5 Saranac Lake 3.00 1 2-1
1 2 Legally Lucky 2.00 3.2 6-1
4 3 Moenchanted 5.00 3.9 7-1
2B 7 Boltoro 3.00 5.4 10-1
1A 4 What’s to Do 2.00 6.3 12-1
5 6 L. A. Diamond 12.00 6.5 12-1
3 1 Chasing Shadows 12.00 6.7 13-1
6 8 Argan 1.80 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 I’m McDreamy 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 Clockin In 5.00 1.8 3-1
5 5 I Got Game 4.50 5.9 11-1
3 3 Perfect Force 12.00 6.2 12-1
6 6 Faust 1.20 6.8 13-1
7 7 Max Got Excited 15.00 7 13-1
4 4 Coach Jimi D 8.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Shanett 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Itzel 2.50 4.9 9-1
2 2 Ibuki 3.50 5.4 10-1
6 6 September Magic 10.00 5.8 11-1
5 5 Electrifying Lady 8.00 6.9 13-1
7 7 Miss Arlington 4.00 6.9 13-1
4 4 Key to Success 15.00 7.9 15-1
3 3 Ms Carroll County 12.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Rojo Rita 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Filly Crystal 1.20 1.1 2-1
5 5 Delacina 15.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Swiftwind 15.00 4.5 8-1
1 1 Ozona 10.00 4.6 9-1
7 7 Kelly’s Girl 4.50 6.7 13-1
3 3 Baytown Butterfly 5.00 7.4 14-1
8 8 Musical Prayer 12.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Seeking Sawyer 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 I Got No Munny 2.50 2.6 5-1
3 3 Waco 5.00 3 6-1
1 1 Taillights 8.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Chez Whiz 12.00 5.9 11-1
7 7 Martini Blu 3.00 5.9 11-1
11 11 Critical Threat 30.00 6.1 12-1
8 8 Lucky Shot 20.00 8.7 17-1
6 6 Ready Shoes 15.00 9.3 18-1
9 9 Great Barrier 20.00 9.7 18-1
10 10 Face Value 20.00 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
3 3 Fifty Four Yarder 12.00 1.4 3-1
2 2 Rooster J 20.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Hammond 3.50 2.1 4-1
1 1 Papa Ken 6.00 2.7 5-1
9 9 Top Level 3.00 5 9-1
6 6 American Man 4.00 6.7 13-1
5 5 Moneymilitia 20.00 7.9 15-1
8 8 Scouser 20.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Stronghold 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Gould’s Gold 3.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Woodcourt 10.00 2.9 5-1
1 1 Seize the Night 4.00 3.1 6-1
3 3 Gun Party 8.00 3.2 6-1
6 6 Bendoog 2.50 3.7 7-1
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
4 4 Shances R 10.00 1 2-1
3 3 Camino 3.50 1.1 2-1
7 7 Fatguyinlittlecoat 2.00 2.1 4-1
9 9 Bienville 3.00 2.3 4-1
2 2 Hillbilly Daydream 8.00 3.2 6-1
1 1 Big Fuzz 15.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 Rip Cord 15.00 6.9 13-1
8 8 Whiskey Point 12.00 8.3 16-1
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.