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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
9 9 Coach Rudy 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Lorden’s Pride 4.50 2.3 4-1
1 1 Ad Majora 2.50 2.6 5-1
6 6 Lucky Capo 10.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Butter Man 6.00 3.9 7-1
4 4 Thomas Benjamin 6.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Ur Honey 8.00 4.8 9-1
7 7 Top of D Agenda 20.00 5.2 10-1
8 8 El Huirro 6.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 King Barou 4.00 1 2-1
1 1 Extrasexymcsteemee 3.00 1.1 2-1
4 4 Splitting Stones 12.00 2 4-1
5 5 Introubleagain 5.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Grande Felino 12.00 6.2 12-1
2 2 Brentwood 5.00 6.8 13-1
7 7 Stormbreaker 2.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Spherification 12.00 1 2-1
1 1 Parlay for Destiny 0.80 1.6 3-1
5 5 Pure Realization 6.00 1.7 3-1
4 4 Sunny Magic 15.00 2.5 5-1
2 2 Marchin Into April 2.50 2.6 5-1
6 6 Just Cheesy 3.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Once an Eagle 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 Royal Prado 15.00 2.4 5-1
3 3 Mollewantacracker 5.00 3.9 7-1
2 2 Breezy Dance 1.60 5 9-1
5 5 Girlfromouterspace 8.00 5.2 10-1
4 4 Obstinate 3.50 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Freedom Stance 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Admiral’s Wave 4.00 1.1 2-1
1 1 Book Runner 6.00 1.7 3-1
9 9 Jayjaydee 12.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 Union Lights 6.00 4 8-1
8 8 Rerally 3.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Real Conviction 8.00 7.6 14-1
5 5 Good Reunion 20.00 7.9 15-1
4 4 Liberty Runner 12.00 8.6 16-1
6 6 Sir Cupid 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 It’s a Shore Thing 4.50 1 2-1
5 5 Breezethrutime 8.00 1.3 2-1
8 8 Queen Catalina 15.00 1.5 3-1
9 9 Cynthia Gail 2.50 1.9 4-1
3 3 Patient Fi 3.00 2.9 6-1
10 10 Royal Party 15.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Sweet Marie 8.00 3.4 6-1
7 7 Shines Madelin 20.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 Channel Loop 6.00 4.7 9-1
1 1 Laugh Like Lucy 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Concrete Faze 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Boss Like Beth 5.00 1.8 3-1
4 4 Shetalkstomuch 3.50 2.2 4-1
1 1 Rowsie Express 8.00 3.4 6-1
6 6 More Ransom 4.50 3.4 6-1
3 3 Faytastic 10.00 4 8-1
2 2 Racey Ruby 6.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Guaponess 4.00 1 2-1
1 1 Lasso 2.00 2 4-1
5 5 Mac Daddy Too 2.50 2.8 5-1
6 6 Elusive Target 8.00 5.2 10-1
2 2 Roan Burgundy 10.00 5.6 11-1
4 4 Malibu Warrior 5.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
11 11 Praetorian Guard 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 Warrior Wayne 3.50 1.2 2-1
10 10 Union Purrfection 6.00 2.5 5-1
5 5 Fluff the Pillow 12.00 3.9 7-1
8 8 Inmortal J 4.50 4.6 9-1
9 9 True Connection 4.00 4.9 9-1
4 4 River’s Gamble 15.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Majestic Lion 15.00 5.9 11-1
3 3 Real Talented 10.00 5.9 11-1
2 2 Batter Up Bud 20.00 6.1 11-1
6 6 Earl of Dassel 8.00 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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