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
8 8 Ms Deluxe 3.50 1.6 3-1
3 3 Cc Stormy Nite 4.50 2.1 4-1
4 4 Bakers Big Ol Boy 5.00 2.4 5-1
7 7 Deep Diamond Tm 5.00 2.4 5-1
6 6 Jj Carter 8.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Pythagoras 12.00 6.3 12-1
1 1 Mr Secret Lee 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Tlc Best Prize 3.00 1 2-1
10 10 Rogues Cartel 3.50 1.3 2-1
9 9 Supertrucker 4.50 1.8 3-1
5 5 Rio Rojo Ranchero 6.00 2.6 5-1
2 2 Wow She On Eagle 6.00 2.6 5-1
8 8 Trash Talkn 10.00 4.7 9-1
7 7 Rogues Hero 12.00 5.8 11-1
6 6 Tttshesa Hot Ivan 15.00 7.4 14-1
1 1 Rh Gran Torino 15.00 7.4 14-1
3 3 Bold Bux 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Angel 70805 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Fast Dashin Lou 3.00 1.8 3-1
7 7 Mda One Eye Cartel 4.00 2.5 5-1
5 5 Star of Vestal 4.50 2.9 5-1
3 3 Shezastreakineagle 8.00 5.5 10-1
4 4 Cos I Do It 8.00 5.5 10-1
2 2 Mooner Deluxe 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden) – Maiden

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Blue Ivoryy 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Iconic Miss 3.50 1.5 3-1
4 4 Majestic Pc Cartel 5.00 2.3 4-1
5 5 Annies Corona 5.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 One Fabulous Reb 8.00 3.8 7-1
8 8 Kiss My Tail Feather 12.00 5.9 11-1
2 2 Bad Betty Jane 12.00 5.9 11-1
9 9 Smoke N Mirror 15.00 7.4 14-1
1 1 Mda Rita Leaving You 20.00 10 19-1
10 10 One Sweet Bride 20.00 10 19-1

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
4 4 Mg Logans 3.50 1.9 4-1
2 2 Strut for Petes Sake 4.00 2.2 4-1
5 5 Shakin N My Boots 5.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Five Star Chick 6.00 3.4 6-1
3 3 Jess Surfing 8.00 4.6 9-1
1 1 Heza Piloto 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 One Big Storm 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sistawoman 2.50 1.3 2-1
2 2 Grand D 4.00 2.2 4-1
3 3 Lacosta Piloto 5.00 2.8 5-1
7 7 Tlc the Pilot 8.00 4.6 9-1
4 4 Tentadorra 10.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 Jb Ms Jesslittlestar 12.00 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 1.6 3-1
4 4 Tm Grand Dynasty 5.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 Titos Kinda Night 5.00 2.7 5-1
7 7 Jess My Dash 8.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 Rogueanito 10.00 5.4 10-1
2 2 See My Magic 12.00 6.4 12-1
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 1 2-1
6 6 Badboi Mark 3.50 1.8 3-1
4 4 Lisnlinda 5.00 2.6 5-1
7 7 Nuclear Bomb 8.00 4.1 8-1
10 10 Cindrellaachievement 10.00 5.1 10-1
1 1 Carters Moon 10.00 5.1 10-1
5 5 Lm Piloto Perry 12.00 6 11-1
8 8 Smartys Rc 15.00 7.5 14-1
9 9 This Rogue Can Fly 20.00 10 19-1
3 3 Ivory Chyna 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.