Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, May 8, 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
3 3 Sonic Sass 4.00 1 2-1
10 10 Back Wall Bandit 15.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Endless Vow 3.00 3.4 6-1
6 6 Cheese 15.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Katarzyna 10.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Whatsyourbigidea 2.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Julia’s a Fox 12.00 6.2 12-1
12 12 What If 30.00 7.2 14-1
4 4 Pap’s Lil Patriot 30.00 7.7 15-1
9 9 Blonde Samaritan 30.00 SCRATCH
14 14 Close Up 20.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Eimear 30.00 SCRATCH
13 13 Stylish Gem 20.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Lucky Esther 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Ashweee 5.00 1 2-1
6 6 Divulge 1.60 1.5 3-1
3 3 My Last Dime 2.00 2.6 5-1
2 2 Chestertown Jane 2.50 2.7 5-1
5 5 I’mamaterialgirl 15.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 Galibean 30.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Sugar Bee 4.50 1 2-1
3 3 Anaita 12.00 1.3 2-1
1 1 Tuned to the Moon 12.00 1.5 3-1
5 5 Tap It Up 5.00 1.6 3-1
8 8 Casa Juanita 15.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Come to Mama 8.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 Don’t Tell Kelly 10.00 4.8 9-1
7 7 Bahamian Moon 1.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 American Select 1.20 1 2-1
1 1 Diamond Sue 4.00 2.2 4-1
3 3 Margaret P 4.50 2.7 5-1
4 4 Runsweetly 2.50 2.8 5-1
6 6 C C Commander 10.00 5.3 10-1
5 5 Rehoboth Avenue 12.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Boss Mode 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Impressiveness 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Dancing Denae 3.00 1.5 3-1
4 4 Master Schemer 3.50 1.9 4-1
3 3 Paynted Lion 15.00 2.4 4-1
6 6 Babble 30.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Mister Roscoe 3.50 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Class Photo 4.50 1 2-1
4 4 Masen (GB) 2.00 1.6 3-1
14 14 Cut the Cord 12.00 3.4 6-1
3 3 Catatumbo 20.00 5.4 10-1
12 12 Bay Street Money 10.00 6 11-1
8 8 The Last Scip 5.00 6.3 12-1
13 13 Bar Fourteen 6.00 7.8 15-1
11 11 Likebelivingnmagic 20.00 9.8 18-1
9 9 Prince Khozan 15.00 10.1 19-1
2 2 Wicked Finn 8.00 SCRATCH
16 16 Bold Advance 20.00 SCRATCH
1 1 White Series 8.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Arrow Speed 10.00 SCRATCH
15 15 Mr Scatter 15.00 SCRATCH
10 10 Amazing Bernie 12.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Bigtonten 10.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Lady Zeta 4.50 1 2-1
2 2 Dine and Dash 6.00 1.2 2-1
8 8 Getaway Palace 3.50 1.6 3-1
7 7 River Tay (IRE) 2.50 3.4 6-1
9 9 Wonder Girl 3.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 Fitness 30.00 4.1 8-1
3 3 Afterneath 20.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Beautiful Bolt 15.00 5.9 11-1
4 4 Instparty 30.00 6.6 12-1
6 6 Lady Charlotte 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 1 El Tinmarin 6.00 1 2-1
1 2 Love Me Not 1.20 3.5 7-1
3 3 Aztec 5.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Goodbye Note 3.50 4.1 8-1
4 4 Holy Synchronicity 6.00 4.8 9-1
5 5 Formal Affair 12.00 5.2 10-1
1A 7 Excellorator 1.20 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Midnight Queen 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Ballykeefe 4.00 2 4-1
7 7 Serene Spirit 1.80 3.7 7-1
4 4 Disney Belle 10.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Awesome McKinzie 8.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Salty One 2.50 4.8 9-1
2 2 Danni’s Rhythm 12.00 5.3 10-1
6 6 Old Fashion Candy 4.00 SCRATCH

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.