Parx Racing Horse Racing Picks for Tuesday, May 5, 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
5 5 Ready as Ever 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Very Bad Guy 3.00 1.7 3-1
6 6 Change Your Name 5.00 2.9 5-1
7 7 Point Barrow 5.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 Easter Blessing 6.00 3.5 7-1
1 1 Big Hawk 8.00 4.7 9-1
4 4 Slew of Fortune 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Davola 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 Battle Anthem 3.00 1.8 3-1
1 1 Sergeant Sinatra 5.00 3 6-1
6 6 Drake Drive 5.00 3 6-1
7 7 Airman Trevor 10.00 5.9 11-1
2 2 Knockanarrow 10.00 5.9 11-1
4 4 Jethro Excellence 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Buff Gary 1.60 1 2-1
5 5 Numbers Game 3.00 1.8 3-1
2 2 Irish Mamba 4.00 2.4 5-1
6 6 Vino Gray 5.00 3 6-1
4 4 Jimmy’s Page 6.00 3.6 7-1
1 1 Battle Lou 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Rocket Night 1.60 1 2-1
1 1 Munyhungry 2.50 1.4 3-1
6 6 Chubasco Sauce 3.50 1.9 4-1
2 2 Tiz the Coast 8.00 4.1 8-1
5 5 Fastidious 8.00 4.1 8-1
3 3 Whoosh 12.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Chris’s Revenge 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Light My Way 2.50 1.3 2-1
6 6 Union Express 4.00 2 4-1
4 4 Atrocious 6.00 3 6-1
3 3 Kevin’s Strike 6.00 3 6-1
5 5 Riley’s Rockstar 12.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Fromanothamutha 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Ahsad 3.50 1.5 3-1
7 7 B B Bad 4.00 2 4-1
4 4 Mister Lincoln 5.00 3 6-1
3 3 Cojelo Pa Ti 8.00 6 11-1
8 8 Concealed Carry 10.00 8 15-1
2 2 Tricolour 10.00 8 15-1
5 5 Grahmalamadingdong 10.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Fielding 3.50 1 2-1
8 8 Derek’s Law 4.00 1.4 3-1
2 2 Cap Steak Robbery 5.00 2.2 4-1
6 6 Sams After Party 6.00 3 6-1
3 3 Huggy 6.00 3 6-1
7 7 Play the Gray 6.00 3 6-1
4 4 Possum 8.00 4.5 9-1
10 10 Stinger Bee 10.00 6.1 12-1
1 1 Keeping the Faith 12.00 7.7 14-1
9 9 Solo in Paris 15.00 10 19-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Golden Eib Micrphn 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Grace Reformed 3.50 3.2 6-1
4 4 Tavin 4.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 Snappy Ride 5.00 4.9 9-1
3 3 Warrior’s Ransom 5.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Magical Trick 6.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Duration 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Lure Him In 2.50 1.4 3-1
4 4 Otter Mischief 3.50 2.3 4-1
3 3 Adero 5.00 3.5 7-1
1 1 Boss Logic 8.00 6 11-1
5 5 Happily Delusional 8.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Game and Smart 1.60 1 2-1
4 4 Prairie Dunes 4.00 2.4 5-1
3 3 Hey Buddy 6.00 3.6 7-1
9 9 Southern Dream 8.00 4.8 9-1
5 5 Compa 8.00 4.8 9-1
11 11 Lucchesi 8.00 4.8 9-1
6 6 What It Tiz 8.00 4.8 9-1
12 12 Run My Card 10.00 6 11-1
1 1 Watch Hill 15.00 9 17-1
2 2 Backtrack 15.00 9 17-1
7 7 Scudetto 15.00 9 17-1
8 8 Dirty Harry 20.00 12 23-1

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.