Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, May 2, 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) – Maiden

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Grace N Motion 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Dash Master Pop 3.50 1.5 3-1
2 2 Fast Dashn Devil 4.50 1.9 4-1
4 4 Flying Salty Cowgirl 5.00 2.1 4-1
7 7 Sizzle Me Favorite 8.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Anas Juli Ann 8.00 3.5 7-1
8 8 Noon Train 12.00 5.3 10-1
5 5 Spicey Train 15.00 6.7 13-1
6 6 Ccr High Altitude 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Bt Bluesman 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Vf Up the Money 3.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 Ajs Maxin Out 4.50 2.4 4-1
1 1 Bbimthatgirl 6.00 3.2 6-1
2 2 One Scared Up Hero 6.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Jtc Switching Leads 10.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Murdocks Legacy 15.00 8 15-1
4 4 Rl Kanguro 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Big Money Gee 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Seperate Parish 3.50 1.5 3-1
10 10 La Chepina 4.00 1.8 3-1
3 3 Jess Significant Tlc 5.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 My Sweet Madison 10.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Swiftie 10.00 4.9 9-1
9 9 La Pantera Jp 15.00 7.4 14-1
2 2 Macho Man for Cos 15.00 7.4 14-1
4 4 San Lorenzo Fontenot 20.00 10 19-1
5 5 Gia I Hear a Corona 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Jazzin Ivory James 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Quick Lady Fury 3.50 1.5 3-1
4 4 Fur Elise Tlc 5.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Tf Seperate Cartel 6.00 2.8 5-1
1 1 Dash of Gold 8.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Ostrich Innocent 10.00 4.9 9-1
10 10 Rockhard Ten 12.00 5.9 11-1
9 9 Intensifyer 12.00 5.9 11-1
5 5 Rlr Jess Mischief 15.00 7.4 14-1
8 8 Tf Apolitical Eagle 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Mda Hollywood Jess 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Mp Thirty A 3.50 1.5 3-1
6 6 Jc Milagro 4.50 2 4-1
3 3 A Dashing Quest 6.00 2.8 5-1
9 9 Precious Corona 777 8.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 Rc Charm 10.00 4.9 9-1
10 10 X Ecutive Action 15.00 7.4 14-1
1 1 Right Bayou 15.00 7.4 14-1
4 4 Lm Shez an Eagle 15.00 7.4 14-1
8 8 Leesa Gone Rogue 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Cantcontainthepower 2.00 1 2-1
9 9 Elliots Moon Eagle 3.50 1.8 3-1
7 7 Stevin Got Even 5.00 2.5 5-1
1 1 Rock Eagle 8.00 4 8-1
6 6 Izitalexander 8.00 4 8-1
3 3 Courage to Corona 10.00 5 9-1
5 5 Avioncito 12.00 6 11-1
2 2 Jrs Coronas Toast 15.00 7.5 14-1
10 10 Too Jealous 15.00 7.5 14-1
4 4 Hezas Sin Tachas 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Jess Joseph M 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 True Airspeed 3.50 1.3 2-1
2 2 Carry On Moon 4.00 1.5 3-1
3 3 Xdw Jess a Rogue 5.00 2.1 4-1
10 10 Corona B One 8.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 One Dashing Mind 12.00 5.8 11-1
5 5 Zoom Train 15.00 7.4 14-1
8 8 Carter Baby Dont Cry 15.00 7.4 14-1
6 6 Tdz Jes a Train 15.00 7.4 14-1
4 4 Good Reason to Win 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Blue Blizzard 2.50 1 2-1
8 8 Jrs Majestic Outlook 3.50 1.5 3-1
6 6 Whiskey Deluxe 4.00 1.8 3-1
5 5 Mardi Gras Train 6.00 2.8 5-1
10 10 Nxs 8.00 3.8 7-1
9 9 Zactex Blood 10.00 4.9 9-1
4 4 Tjs Dynasty 15.00 7.4 14-1
1 1 The D Oh Double G 15.00 7.4 14-1
3 3 Blackjack Tlc 20.00 10 19-1
2 2 Mda La Mos Freight B 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden) – Maiden

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Boogass 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Coys Fast Champ 4.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 Paint My Seis 4.50 1.8 3-1
5 5 Br Famous Jet 5.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Eternal Dragon 6.00 2.6 5-1
9 9 Red Rpg 8.00 3.7 7-1
10 10 Pinch That Tail 12.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 Mr Alligator Dynasty 15.00 7.4 14-1
4 4 Chilitos Suspect 20.00 10 19-1
7 7 Pyc Socialite 20.00 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.