Parx Racing 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 Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Mi Hermano 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Gentleman Don 3.00 1.7 3-1
3 3 Warheaded 4.00 2.3 4-1
1 1 Ten Plus Ten 6.00 3.3 6-1
8 8 Craigh Na Dun 8.00 4.3 8-1
7 7 Tap the Devil 8.00 4.3 8-1
4 4 Chilling Time 15.00 8 15-1
5 5 Rogue Prince 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Neighbelline 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 Mila Rose 1.80 1.1 2-1
1 1 Twist Her 4.50 2.3 4-1
2 2 Girl Dynamite 6.00 3 6-1
5 5 She Can Scat 10.00 4.8 9-1
6 6 Arrivedercci 12.00 5.7 11-1
7 7 Brooklyn Heights 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Leilauni Sue 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Lost Love 3.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Melody’s Kiss 4.50 2.6 5-1
5 5 Leretha 5.00 3 6-1
4 4 Joyful Joyce 5.00 3 6-1
2 2 West Side Diva 6.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Flaming Eyes 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Cap’n Cats 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Filled With Desire 3.00 1.3 2-1
8 8 The Fridge 4.00 1.8 3-1
2 2 Its All Gravy 6.00 3 6-1
5 5 Festivities 6.00 3 6-1
7 7 Supernova Dream 6.00 3 6-1
1 1 In the Cloud 12.00 6.3 12-1
3 3 Global Winner 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Off the Deck 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Sole Lute 3.50 1.4 3-1
3 3 Sam’s Glory 4.00 1.8 3-1
4 4 Twooutathreaintbad 5.00 2.6 5-1
2 2 Beale Street Boy 5.00 2.6 5-1
7 7 Arch Competitor 8.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Notamistake 8.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 St Pete’s Passion 12.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Preacha Meyers 1.60 1 2-1
6 6 Saint Ephrem 2.00 1.2 2-1
2 2 Okie Den Den 4.50 2.4 5-1
4 4 Musical Maestro 6.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 Brave Blend 10.00 5 10-1
1 1 Whiskeyromeosierra 12.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Divine Seeker 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Wanna Go Home 3.00 1.3 3-1
4 4 Avatude 4.00 2 4-1
3 3 Exciter 4.50 2.3 4-1
2 2 Eake 4.50 2.3 4-1
6 6 Moon Halory 10.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Sweet Laura 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Mary Q 3.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Lovely Charm 5.00 3.6 7-1
3 3 Delray 6.00 4.5 9-1
7 7 Bella Queen 8.00 6.3 12-1
8 8 Beach Daze 10.00 8 15-1
1 1 Dancing On My Own 10.00 8 15-1
2 2 Jess’s Moment 10.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
13 13 Palm Island 3.50 1 2-1
9 9 Amazing Woo 4.00 1.4 3-1
5 5 Cisco Kid 4.50 1.7 3-1
1 1 Competitive Saint 5.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Face Down 5.00 2.1 4-1
10 10 This Run’s for You 10.00 5.7 11-1
11 11 Time Tested 10.00 5.7 11-1
12 12 Omaha Eight 15.00 9.4 18-1
3 3 Clever Tiger 15.00 9.4 18-1
8 8 Chip’s Friend 20.00 13 25-1
6 6 Dither 20.00 13 25-1
4 4 Curlins Cruzin 20.00 13 25-1
7 7 Awesome for Sure 20.00 13 25-1

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.