Oaklawn Park Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, April 18, 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 She’s Honed In 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 If If If 2.50 1.2 2-1
3 3 Command the Stars 3.00 1.3 3-1
1 1 Helene’s Power 3.50 1.5 3-1
2 2 Start Her Up 10.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Cusp of Mischief 15.00 5.3 10-1
7 7 Sugar Tea 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 10 One Giant Leap 2.00 1 2-1
1A 5 Global Empire 3.50 2 4-1
1 3 Little Steven 3.50 2 4-1
5 6 Khozy My Boy 4.50 2.7 5-1
3 2 Dick Best 6.00 3.8 7-1
7 8 Eastside Cool 8.00 5.2 10-1
6 7 Inca Empire 10.00 6.5 12-1
8 9 J T’s Imagination 10.00 6.5 12-1
2 1 Frost Alert 15.00 10 19-1
4 4 Rebelious 15.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Instamania 0.80 1 2-1
5 5 Whitley 3.50 1.7 3-1
3 3 Our Vekoma Ride 4.00 1.8 3-1
6 6 Zooming Past 8.00 2.7 5-1
1 1 Arco Thunder 15.00 4.4 8-1
4 4 Amore 20.00 5.6 11-1
2 2 Uncle Tater 30.00 8 15-1
8 8 Sedalia Trail 30.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Beauty Reigns 1.60 1 2-1
7 7 Untamed Moment 2.50 1.3 2-1
5 5 True Passion 3.50 1.6 3-1
4 4 Beautiful Twice 4.00 1.8 3-1
1 1 Mendela 12.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 Dare to Fly 15.00 5.4 10-1
6 6 Leila Mae 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Like a Diamond 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 Royal B 3.00 1.4 3-1
9 9 J J’s Sweet Bet 5.00 2.1 4-1
8 8 A Vision of Hope 8.00 3 6-1
6 6 Highway Seventy 8.00 3 6-1
4 4 Paroli 12.00 4.3 8-1
1 1 Jack’s Gal 15.00 5.3 10-1
10 10 Stephens Dream 20.00 6.8 13-1
2 2 Cutenclassy 20.00 6.8 13-1
7 7 Bolivia 30.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Bathhouse Row S.) – Bathhouse Row S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Western Warrior 1.60 1 2-1
6 6 Honey’s to Blame 3.00 1.5 3-1
3 3 Chad Allan 3.50 1.7 3-1
1 1 Thebabeslayer 6.00 2.7 5-1
8 8 Royalamerican 8.00 3.4 6-1
4 4 Khon Han 10.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Highly Connected 15.00 6.1 12-1
7 7 Crupper 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Raging Current 2.50 1 2-1
10 10 Cold Case 3.00 1.3 2-1
9 9 She’s an Earner 3.50 1.5 3-1
6 6 Highlight Show 4.50 2 4-1
1 1 Legal Lightning 8.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Diamondintherough 12.00 5.9 11-1
2 2 Elevate 12.00 5.9 11-1
4 4 Star Over Malibu 15.00 7.4 14-1
5 5 Steal Your Soul 20.00 10 19-1
7 7 Everlasting Lover 20.00 10 19-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Pokerknightatvees 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Miracle Worker 4.50 1.9 4-1
1 1 Perfect Magic 5.00 2.1 4-1
10 10 Invictus 6.00 2.4 5-1
4 4 Dapper Moon 6.00 2.4 5-1
3 3 Dawn At Normandy 8.00 3 6-1
9 9 Frack Baby 12.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 Baby Boat 15.00 5.3 10-1
5 5 Sutherland 20.00 6.8 13-1
8 8 Dual Monarchy 30.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Valley Of The Vapors S.) – Valley Of The Vapors S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Sticker Shock 1.80 1 2-1
5 5 Scot’s Law 2.00 1.1 2-1
8 8 Knickleandime 2.50 1.3 2-1
4 4 Miss Call 4.50 2 4-1
1 1 Spitfire 6.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Grace Is Free 20.00 8 15-1
2 2 Holly’s Holiday 20.00 8 15-1
7 7 Jolly Jolene 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Gold Sweep 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Otto the Conqueror 3.50 1.2 2-1
4 4 See Through It 4.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Goodasiwonswas 5.00 1.8 3-1
9 9 Top Gun Tommy 8.00 3 6-1
11 11 Devil’s Tower 12.00 4.7 9-1
12 12 Eglise 12.00 4.7 9-1
7 7 Wildatlanticstorm 15.00 5.9 11-1
8 8 Navy Seal 20.00 7.9 15-1
6 6 Chasing Time 20.00 7.9 15-1
10 10 Big Vince 20.00 7.9 15-1
2 2 Invulnerable 30.00 12 23-1

RACE NUMBER 11 (Oaklawn H.) – Oaklawn H.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Sovereignty 0.80 1 2-1
5 5 Journalism 2.50 1.4 3-1
1 1 White Abarrio 3.50 1.7 3-1
2 2 Liberal Arts 15.00 4.7 9-1
6 6 Publisher 15.00 4.7 9-1
4 4 Duke of Duval 20.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 12 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Seraphia 1.60 1 2-1
6 6 Kerry’s Kiss 3.50 1.6 3-1
10 10 Thestral 4.00 1.8 3-1
3 3 McKinzie’s Glory 5.00 2.1 4-1
7 7 Gerlin’s Empire 10.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 Miwoman 15.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Cozy Curlin Kitten 15.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Low Key 15.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Bow Draw 20.00 6.8 13-1
9 9 Esperanza’s Spirit 30.00 10 19-1

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.