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
1 1 Helene’s Power 3.50 1 2-1
5 5 If If If 2.50 2.2 4-1
3 3 Command the Stars 3.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 She’s Honed In 2.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 Cusp of Mischief 15.00 4.4 8-1
7 7 Sugar Tea 20.00 4.6 9-1
2 2 Start Her Up 10.00 SCRATCH

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
4 4 Rebelious 15.00 4.2 8-1
5 6 Khozy My Boy 4.50 5.4 10-1
7 8 Eastside Cool 8.00 5.6 11-1
8 9 J T’s Imagination 10.00 6.2 12-1
6 7 Inca Empire 10.00 6.5 12-1
1A 5 Global Empire 3.50 7.8 15-1
3 2 Dick Best 6.00 7.9 15-1
1 3 Little Steven 3.50 9.9 19-1
2 1 Frost Alert 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 1.8 3-1
3 3 Our Vekoma Ride 4.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Arco Thunder 15.00 3.9 7-1
2 2 Uncle Tater 30.00 4.9 9-1
4 4 Amore 20.00 5 9-1
6 6 Zooming Past 8.00 6.3 12-1
8 8 Sedalia Trail 30.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Beautiful Twice 4.00 1 2-1
7 7 Untamed Moment 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Mendela 12.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Beauty Reigns 1.60 1.7 3-1
2 2 Dare to Fly 15.00 2.2 4-1
5 5 True Passion 3.50 2.8 5-1
6 6 Leila Mae 20.00 SCRATCH

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
8 8 A Vision of Hope 8.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Royal B 3.00 3.3 6-1
4 4 Paroli 12.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Highway Seventy 8.00 4 7-1
2 2 Cutenclassy 20.00 4.4 8-1
7 7 Bolivia 30.00 4.8 9-1
9 9 J J’s Sweet Bet 5.00 6.1 12-1
10 10 Stephens Dream 20.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Jack’s Gal 15.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Royalamerican 8.00 1 2-1
7 7 Crupper 20.00 1.5 3-1
1 1 Thebabeslayer 6.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Honey’s to Blame 3.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Khon Han 10.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Chad Allan 3.50 6.2 12-1
2 2 Western Warrior 1.60 6.5 12-1
5 5 Highly Connected 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Legal Lightning 8.00 1 2-1
6 6 Highlight Show 4.50 1.9 4-1
3 3 Diamondintherough 12.00 2.1 4-1
9 9 She’s an Earner 3.50 2.3 4-1
10 10 Cold Case 3.00 2.5 5-1
8 8 Raging Current 2.50 3.7 7-1
5 5 Steal Your Soul 20.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Elevate 12.00 5.2 10-1
4 4 Star Over Malibu 15.00 5.7 11-1
7 7 Everlasting Lover 20.00 SCRATCH

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 2.6 5-1
1 1 Perfect Magic 5.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 Dapper Moon 6.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 Baby Boat 15.00 4.5 8-1
10 10 Invictus 6.00 4.5 8-1
8 8 Dual Monarchy 30.00 5.2 10-1
3 3 Dawn At Normandy 8.00 5.9 11-1
5 5 Sutherland 20.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Frack Baby 12.00 SCRATCH

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 1.7 3-1
3 3 Grace Is Free 20.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Spitfire 6.00 3.6 7-1
8 8 Knickleandime 2.50 3.6 7-1
7 7 Jolly Jolene 20.00 5.1 10-1
2 2 Holly’s Holiday 20.00 6.1 12-1
4 4 Miss Call 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Otto the Conqueror 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 See Through It 4.00 2.9 5-1
3 3 Goodasiwonswas 5.00 3.9 7-1
12 12 Eglise 12.00 5.6 11-1
5 5 Gold Sweep 3.00 5.8 11-1
10 10 Big Vince 20.00 6.3 12-1
6 6 Chasing Time 20.00 8.2 15-1
8 8 Navy Seal 20.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Top Gun Tommy 8.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Devil’s Tower 12.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Invulnerable 30.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Wildatlanticstorm 15.00 SCRATCH

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 1.3 2-1
1 1 White Abarrio 3.50 1.7 3-1
2 2 Liberal Arts 15.00 4.3 8-1
4 4 Duke of Duval 20.00 5.6 11-1
6 6 Publisher 15.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Kerry’s Kiss 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Seraphia 1.60 1.4 3-1
1 1 Cozy Curlin Kitten 15.00 1.6 3-1
7 7 Gerlin’s Empire 10.00 2.7 5-1
8 8 Low Key 15.00 2.8 5-1
10 10 Thestral 4.00 3.3 6-1
4 4 Bow Draw 20.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 McKinzie’s Glory 5.00 4 8-1
5 5 Miwoman 15.00 5.7 11-1
9 9 Esperanza’s Spirit 30.00 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.