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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 2.1 4-1
4 4 Always Spiteful 1.60 2.2 4-1
2 2 Magic Seeker 20.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 American Missy 20.00 5 9-1
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
5 5 Royal Irish 8.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Golden City Street 10.00 3.1 6-1
7 7 House Trick 4.00 3.6 7-1
8 8 Pistol Padre 6.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Yancopin 2.50 4.7 9-1
1 1 Keokuk Kid 15.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Hello Bourbon 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 5 Saranac Lake 3.00 1 2-1
2B 7 Boltoro 3.00 1.7 3-1
6 8 Argan 1.80 2.9 6-1
3 1 Chasing Shadows 12.00 3.2 6-1
1 2 Legally Lucky 2.00 3.6 7-1
4 3 Moenchanted 5.00 4.2 8-1
5 6 L. A. Diamond 12.00 4.7 9-1
1A 4 What’s to Do 2.00 SCRATCH

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
6 6 Faust 1.20 4.1 8-1
5 5 I Got Game 4.50 4.6 9-1
1 1 Clockin In 5.00 5.1 10-1
4 4 Coach Jimi D 8.00 6.1 11-1
3 3 Perfect Force 12.00 6.1 12-1
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
1 1 Shanett 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Itzel 2.50 2.6 5-1
6 6 September Magic 10.00 4.6 9-1
7 7 Miss Arlington 4.00 6.8 13-1
5 5 Electrifying Lady 8.00 7.2 14-1
2 2 Ibuki 3.50 7.7 14-1
3 3 Ms Carroll County 12.00 7.7 14-1
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 2.6 5-1
4 4 Swiftwind 15.00 3.1 6-1
7 7 Kelly’s Girl 4.50 4.5 9-1
1 1 Ozona 10.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Delacina 15.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Musical Prayer 12.00 5.8 11-1
3 3 Baytown Butterfly 5.00 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
2 2 Seeking Sawyer 3.50 1.5 3-1
7 7 Martini Blu 3.00 1.7 3-1
3 3 Waco 5.00 2.4 5-1
8 8 Lucky Shot 20.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 Taillights 8.00 4.5 8-1
5 5 Chez Whiz 12.00 5 9-1
11 11 Critical Threat 30.00 5.8 11-1
6 6 Ready Shoes 15.00 6.8 13-1
10 10 Face Value 20.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Great Barrier 20.00 SCRATCH

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
6 6 American Man 4.00 2.7 5-1
1 1 Papa Ken 6.00 2.9 6-1
3 3 Fifty Four Yarder 12.00 3 6-1
4 4 Hammond 3.50 3.4 6-1
2 2 Rooster J 20.00 3.9 7-1
9 9 Top Level 3.00 4 8-1
5 5 Moneymilitia 20.00 7.8 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
2 2 Gould’s Gold 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Stronghold 3.50 1.4 3-1
6 6 Bendoog 2.50 1.7 3-1
4 4 Woodcourt 10.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Gun Party 8.00 3.4 7-1
5 5 King Russell 15.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Seize the Night 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Bienville 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Fatguyinlittlecoat 2.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Camino 3.50 1.8 3-1
2 2 Hillbilly Daydream 8.00 1.9 4-1
8 8 Whiskey Point 12.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Big Fuzz 15.00 6.3 12-1
5 5 Jackie Paper 20.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Shances R 10.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Rip Cord 15.00 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.

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