Woodbine Horse Racing Picks for Friday, May 15, 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
1 1 Divine Leader 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Computer Hacker 8.00 3.4 6-1
4 4 Bold Reload 2.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Banker’s Hours 3.50 4.4 8-1
2 2 Attestation 10.00 4.8 9-1
5 5 Mister Meseeks 20.00 6 11-1
7 7 Cut’em Loose 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Gizmo’s B F F 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Soupergirl 1.40 2.6 5-1
3 3 Holiday With Amy 6.00 2.8 5-1
7 7 Candid Candace 8.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 Rock Hard Rose 4.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Shamra 8.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 No Whammie 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Optional Claiming) – Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Wine After Whiskey 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 Carnew 2.50 3.1 6-1
2 2 Awesome Rainbow 10.00 3.4 7-1
4 4 My Covenant 3.50 3.7 7-1
6 6 Sniper Jack 8.00 4.5 8-1
5 5 Kokomo 6.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Where’s Samnbailey 2.00 1 2-1
8 8 Sobiech 3.00 1.6 3-1
1 1 Tanzanite Lily 4.00 1.8 3-1
3 3 Buff Bay 8.00 2 4-1
7 7 Complex Secret 6.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Sultry Sophie 20.00 3.3 6-1
2 2 Uncarrick Teristic 10.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 Powaqa 15.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Frankness 4.00 1 2-1
3 3 Miss Soothsayer 2.00 1.7 3-1
6 6 Sure Shot Timber 8.00 2.5 5-1
5 5 Eubank 6.00 2.8 5-1
2 2 Sammysaurus Rex 12.00 2.9 5-1
1 1 Mac Gowan 12.00 3 6-1
7 7 Chanchito 20.00 7 13-1
4 4 Rose Fortune 2.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 More Money Hunny 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Tandhoneywithane 4.00 3.1 6-1
3 3 Verdejo 8.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 Spirit Bear 6.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Super Sicily 2.00 4.3 8-1
4 4 Dancetotherhythm 8.00 6 11-1
1 1 Prima 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Optional Claiming) – Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Brittany’s Way 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Rarified (IRE) 10.00 1.4 3-1
5 5 Minimum Forty 1.00 2.2 4-1
3 3 Girls Weekend 5.00 2.8 5-1
4 4 Suigu Belle 20.00 6.2 12-1
6 6 Enchanted Forest 15.00 6.5 12-1
7 7 Wozniacki 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Mischievous Myra 10.00 1 2-1
5 5 Lady On the Nile 2.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Call Me Misslucky 12.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Daring Dame 8.00 5.7 11-1
3 3 Reload Baba 20.00 5.9 11-1
2 2 Her Obsession 4.50 6.7 13-1
1 1 That’s a Fact 2.50 7.8 15-1
8 8 Ryo Amazing 6.00 8 15-1

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.