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
3 3 Very Bad Guy 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Ready as Ever 1.80 2.6 5-1
6 6 Change Your Name 5.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Slew of Fortune 12.00 3.1 6-1
1 1 Big Hawk 8.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 Point Barrow 5.00 3.8 7-1
2 2 Easter Blessing 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Sergeant Sinatra 5.00 1 2-1
4 4 Jethro Excellence 12.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 Battle Anthem 3.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Airman Trevor 10.00 3.2 6-1
6 6 Drake Drive 5.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 Davola 1.60 SCRATCH
2 2 Knockanarrow 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Vino Gray 5.00 1 2-1
5 5 Numbers Game 3.00 1.3 2-1
3 3 Buff Gary 1.60 2 4-1
2 2 Irish Mamba 4.00 3.9 7-1
4 4 Jimmy’s Page 6.00 4.3 8-1
1 1 Battle Lou 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Chubasco Sauce 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Tiz the Coast 8.00 1.7 3-1
1 1 Munyhungry 2.50 2.3 4-1
4 4 Rocket Night 1.60 3 6-1
3 3 Whoosh 12.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Fastidious 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Light My Way 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Chris’s Revenge 2.00 1.5 3-1
3 3 Kevin’s Strike 6.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Atrocious 6.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 Riley’s Rockstar 12.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Union Express 4.00 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
3 3 Cojelo Pa Ti 8.00 1.1 2-1
2 2 Tricolour 10.00 2 4-1
8 8 Concealed Carry 10.00 3.2 6-1
6 6 Ahsad 3.50 4.5 8-1
7 7 B B Bad 4.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Mister Lincoln 5.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Grahmalamadingdong 10.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Derek’s Law 4.00 1 2-1
5 5 Fielding 3.50 5.2 10-1
2 2 Cap Steak Robbery 5.00 5.3 10-1
6 6 Sams After Party 6.00 6.2 12-1
3 3 Huggy 6.00 8 15-1
1 1 Keeping the Faith 12.00 8.1 15-1
7 7 Play the Gray 6.00 8.4 16-1
4 4 Possum 8.00 8.8 17-1
9 9 Solo in Paris 15.00 8.8 17-1
10 10 Stinger Bee 10.00 10 19-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Tavin 4.00 1 2-1
6 6 Golden Eib Micrphn 1.60 4.4 8-1
3 3 Warrior’s Ransom 5.00 4.7 9-1
1 1 Magical Trick 6.00 5.2 10-1
5 5 Snappy Ride 5.00 5.5 10-1
2 2 Grace Reformed 3.50 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Otter Mischief 3.50 1 2-1
3 3 Adero 5.00 2 4-1
6 6 Duration 2.00 2 4-1
2 2 Lure Him In 2.50 2.6 5-1
1 1 Boss Logic 8.00 3.2 6-1
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 SCRATCH
2 2 Backtrack 15.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Prairie Dunes 4.00 4.4 8-1
9 9 Southern Dream 8.00 5.2 10-1
12 12 Run My Card 10.00 5.5 10-1
1 1 Watch Hill 15.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Compa 8.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Hey Buddy 6.00 8 15-1
7 7 Scudetto 15.00 8.9 17-1
11 11 Lucchesi 8.00 8.9 17-1
6 6 What It Tiz 8.00 9.5 18-1
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.