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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
2 2 Whatsyourbigidea 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Blonde Samaritan 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Cheese 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Julia’s a Fox 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Pap’s Lil Patriot 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Endless Vow 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Katarzyna 0.00 1 2-1
14 14 Close Up 0.00 1 2-1
12 12 What If 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Eimear 0.00 1 2-1
13 13 Stylish Gem 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Back Wall Bandit 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Sonic Sass 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Lucky Esther 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Chestertown Jane 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Divulge 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Ashweee 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Galibean 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 I’mamaterialgirl 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 My Last Dime 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Bahamian Moon 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Anaita 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Tap It Up 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Sugar Bee 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Don’t Tell Kelly 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Come to Mama 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Casa Juanita 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Tuned to the Moon 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Diamond Sue 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Margaret P 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Runsweetly 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 American Select 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 C C Commander 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Rehoboth Avenue 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Paynted Lion 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Impressiveness 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Babble 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Master Schemer 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Mister Roscoe 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Dancing Denae 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Boss Mode 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
12 12 Bay Street Money 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Prince Khozan 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Wicked Finn 0.00 1 2-1
13 13 Bar Fourteen 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 The Last Scip 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Catatumbo 0.00 1 2-1
14 14 Cut the Cord 0.00 1 2-1
16 16 Bold Advance 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 White Series 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Likebelivingnmagic 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Arrow Speed 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Class Photo 0.00 1 2-1
15 15 Mr Scatter 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Amazing Bernie 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Bigtonten 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Masen (GB) 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Getaway Palace 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Lady Zeta 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Instparty 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Wonder Girl 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Beautiful Bolt 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Afterneath 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Lady Charlotte 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Dine and Dash 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Fitness 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 River Tay (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7A 7 Excellorator 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Holy Synchronicity 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Aztec 0.00 1 2-1
2A 2 Love Me Not 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Goodbye Note 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Formal Affair 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 El Tinmarin 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Danni’s Rhythm 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Awesome McKinzie 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Serene Spirit 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Old Fashion Candy 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Disney Belle 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Salty One 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Midnight Queen 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Ballykeefe 0.00 1 2-1

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.

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