Parx Racing Horse Racing Picks for Friday, May 1, 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 Ad Majora 2.50 1 2-1
9 9 Coach Rudy 3.50 1.5 3-1
2 2 Lorden’s Pride 4.50 1.9 4-1
8 8 El Huirro 6.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Butter Man 6.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Thomas Benjamin 6.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Ur Honey 8.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 Lucky Capo 10.00 4.4 8-1
7 7 Top of D Agenda 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Stormbreaker 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Extrasexymcsteemee 3.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 King Barou 4.00 2.2 4-1
2 2 Brentwood 5.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Introubleagain 5.00 2.8 5-1
4 4 Splitting Stones 12.00 7 13-1
6 6 Grande Felino 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Parlay for Destiny 0.80 1 2-1
2 2 Marchin Into April 2.50 1.6 3-1
6 6 Just Cheesy 3.00 1.8 3-1
5 5 Pure Realization 6.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Spherification 12.00 4.9 9-1
4 4 Sunny Magic 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Breezy Dance 1.60 1 2-1
6 6 Once an Eagle 1.80 1.1 2-1
4 4 Obstinate 3.50 1.7 3-1
3 3 Mollewantacracker 5.00 2.3 4-1
5 5 Girlfromouterspace 8.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 Royal Prado 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Rerally 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Admiral’s Wave 4.00 1.5 3-1
10 10 Freedom Stance 4.00 1.5 3-1
3 3 Union Lights 6.00 2.6 5-1
1 1 Book Runner 6.00 2.6 5-1
7 7 Real Conviction 8.00 3.7 7-1
9 9 Jayjaydee 12.00 5.8 11-1
4 4 Liberty Runner 12.00 5.8 11-1
6 6 Sir Cupid 20.00 10 19-1
5 5 Good Reunion 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Cynthia Gail 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Patient Fi 3.00 1.3 2-1
1 1 Laugh Like Lucy 4.00 1.8 3-1
4 4 It’s a Shore Thing 4.50 2 4-1
6 6 Channel Loop 6.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Breezethrutime 8.00 3.8 7-1
2 2 Sweet Marie 8.00 3.8 7-1
10 10 Royal Party 15.00 7.4 14-1
8 8 Queen Catalina 15.00 7.4 14-1
7 7 Shines Madelin 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Concrete Faze 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Shetalkstomuch 3.50 1.8 3-1
6 6 More Ransom 4.50 2.6 5-1
7 7 Boss Like Beth 5.00 3 6-1
2 2 Racey Ruby 6.00 3.8 7-1
1 1 Rowsie Express 8.00 5.4 10-1
3 3 Faytastic 10.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Lasso 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Mac Daddy Too 2.50 1.3 2-1
3 3 Guaponess 4.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Malibu Warrior 5.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Elusive Target 8.00 4.8 9-1
2 2 Roan Burgundy 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Warrior Wayne 3.50 1 2-1
9 9 True Connection 4.00 1.3 2-1
8 8 Inmortal J 4.50 1.6 3-1
11 11 Praetorian Guard 6.00 2.5 5-1
10 10 Union Purrfection 6.00 2.5 5-1
6 6 Earl of Dassel 8.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 Real Talented 10.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Fluff the Pillow 12.00 6.2 12-1
1 1 Majestic Lion 15.00 8 15-1
4 4 River’s Gamble 15.00 8 15-1
2 2 Batter Up Bud 20.00 11 21-1

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.