Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, May 9, 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 Blackfoot Daisy 1.00 1 2-1
5 5 Ms. Laobanniang 15.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Holy Joanie 12.00 3 6-1
1 1 Fahnee 5.00 5.2 10-1
6 6 Over My Cents 6.00 5.4 10-1
8 8 Nezy’s Girl 30.00 7.1 13-1
7 7 Granuaile 3.00 7.2 14-1
4 4 Holy Brick 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Blessed Candy 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Lady Charlotte 0.80 2.6 5-1
4 4 Infastuation 3.50 2.7 5-1
3 3 Sapphire Beauty 8.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 Judith’s Cross 15.00 4.5 8-1
2 2 Always Forward 12.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Paintmymasterpeace 8.00 1 2-1
3 3 David’s Kitten 6.00 1.4 3-1
7 7 Flamenco Star 1.00 1.6 3-1
1 1 Oxford Union 6.00 2.8 5-1
8 8 Plenty On Tap 12.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Deputy A. P. 8.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Furious George 30.00 4.9 9-1
4 4 Haulin Oats 10.00 5 9-1
9 9 Boss Lily 30.00 5.1 10-1
10 10 West Mountain 30.00 7.5 14-1
11 11 Brockton 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Music On the Rocks 6.00 1 2-1
4 4 Gripen 2.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 She’s a Good Girl 12.00 3.2 6-1
2 2 Stylish Gem 15.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 Ballycurrin 1.80 4 8-1
8 8 Eachpeachpearplum 3.50 4.9 9-1
7 7 Eimear 30.00 5.2 10-1
9 9 Any Fools Gold 20.00 6.8 13-1
5 5 A P M Notion 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Turkish Breeze 12.00 1 2-1
1 1 Tammy’s Cruiser 0.40 3.9 7-1
3 3 Julie Belle 15.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Ready for Magic 5.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Christy My Love 8.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 Fire At Midnight 20.00 4.7 9-1
7 8 Paperback Edition 10.00 5.4 10-1
1A 7 Alyvia Mavis 0.40 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Freedom Glider 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Gordito 3.50 3 6-1
4 4 Vignon Manor 8.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Rivage 12.00 4.3 8-1
8 8 All Fruits Ripe 20.00 4.5 8-1
11 11 Treasurthememories 8.00 4.6 9-1
2 2 Sir Lomax 30.00 4.9 9-1
10 10 Ray of Lov 12.00 5.6 11-1
9 9 Cruisetheforest 30.00 5.6 11-1
5 5 It’s Electric 2.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Gonna Make It 20.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Nola Boss 6.00 1 2-1
10 10 Carnaby 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Summer Bee 4.50 1.6 3-1
8 8 Laddie Dance 6.00 1.8 3-1
5 5 Bigdaddysboy 15.00 2.2 4-1
3 3 Find Faith 12.00 3.1 6-1
6 6 Night Preacher 8.00 3.9 7-1
9 9 Spotted Bull 10.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Island d’Lite 8.00 4.6 9-1
4 4 Claudee Boy 15.00 6.6 13-1
11 11 Masen (GB) 1.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Enigmatic 1.00 1 2-1
4 4 R Averie Lynn 4.00 1.8 3-1
3 3 Isabella’s Glory 3.50 3.3 6-1
5 5 Book of Wisdom 4.50 3.5 7-1
1 1 Royal Seamstress 15.00 4 8-1
2 2 Kiss Cam 8.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Daufuskie Island 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 Pudge Boy Palace 4.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Just for the Money 1.80 2.9 5-1
6 6 Ecumenical 3.00 3.5 7-1
5 5 Searcy 12.00 4.7 9-1
4 4 Heldish 3.50 6 11-1

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.