Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, May 7, 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 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Oh Cosino Fast 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Jj Carter 8.00 2.7 5-1
1 1 Mr Secret Lee 15.00 3 6-1
4 4 Bakers Big Ol Boy 5.00 3.1 6-1
2 2 Pythagoras 12.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Cc Stormy Nite 4.50 4.9 9-1
7 7 Deep Diamond Tm 5.00 5.5 10-1
8 8 Ms Deluxe 3.50 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Trash Talkn 10.00 1 2-1
6 6 Tttshesa Hot Ivan 15.00 2 4-1
4 4 Tlc Best Prize 3.00 2.4 4-1
7 7 Rogues Hero 12.00 2.6 5-1
2 2 Wow She On Eagle 6.00 3.2 6-1
1 1 Rh Gran Torino 15.00 4.1 8-1
3 3 Bold Bux 20.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Rio Rojo Ranchero 6.00 5 9-1
10 10 Rogues Cartel 3.50 6.3 12-1
9 9 Supertrucker 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Fast Dashin Lou 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Shezastreakineagle 8.00 2.7 5-1
7 7 Mda One Eye Cartel 4.00 3.4 7-1
4 4 Cos I Do It 8.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Star of Vestal 4.50 3.8 7-1
2 2 Mooner Deluxe 10.00 5.6 11-1
6 6 Angel 70805 2.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden) – Maiden

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Bad Betty Jane 12.00 1 2-1
3 3 Blue Ivoryy 2.50 2.4 5-1
7 7 Iconic Miss 3.50 3.4 6-1
5 5 Annies Corona 5.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 One Fabulous Reb 8.00 4.5 9-1
9 9 Smoke N Mirror 15.00 4.7 9-1
1 1 Mda Rita Leaving You 20.00 4.7 9-1
8 8 Kiss My Tail Feather 12.00 6 11-1
10 10 One Sweet Bride 20.00 6.1 11-1
4 4 Majestic Pc Cartel 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Shining Fire 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Heza Piloto 12.00 1.7 3-1
2 2 Strut for Petes Sake 4.00 2 4-1
3 3 Jess Surfing 8.00 2.4 5-1
4 4 Mg Logans 3.50 SCRATCH
5 5 Shakin N My Boots 5.00 5.6 11-1
6 6 Five Star Chick 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Grand D 4.00 1 2-1
4 4 Tentadorra 10.00 5 9-1
3 3 Lacosta Piloto 5.00 5.6 11-1
5 5 Sistawoman 2.50 6.1 12-1
6 6 One Big Storm 2.00 6.1 12-1
1 1 Jb Ms Jesslittlestar 12.00 6.7 13-1
7 7 Tlc the Pilot 8.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Stay in the Fastlane 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 Mjs Heart 3.00 4.4 8-1
5 5 Rogueanito 10.00 4.6 9-1
2 2 See My Magic 12.00 5.1 10-1
4 4 Tm Grand Dynasty 5.00 5.9 11-1
7 7 Jess My Dash 8.00 5.9 11-1
6 6 Titos Kinda Night 5.00 7 13-1
8 8 A Rose for Josie 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Arrested in Panama 1.80 SCRATCH
4 4 Lisnlinda 5.00 3.2 6-1
1 1 Carters Moon 10.00 3.6 7-1
3 3 Ivory Chyna 20.00 4.7 9-1
7 7 Nuclear Bomb 8.00 5.2 10-1
6 6 Badboi Mark 3.50 5.4 10-1
5 5 Lm Piloto Perry 12.00 5.8 11-1
8 8 Smartys Rc 15.00 6.5 12-1
9 9 This Rogue Can Fly 20.00 7.5 14-1
10 10 Cindrellaachievement 10.00 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.