Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, May 16, 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 (Maiden) – Maiden

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Jessa Dashin Cowgirl 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Tg Apolitical Mama 3.50 1.5 3-1
8 8 Gator Season 4.50 2 4-1
1 1 Famous Khoots 6.00 2.8 5-1
4 4 Jb Mr Eagle 8.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Hp Stoli the Goods 10.00 4.9 9-1
7 7 Tk Grand Eagle 12.00 5.9 11-1
2 2 Shes a Saint Z 12.00 5.9 11-1
6 6 Jjj Epic Goodbye 20.00 10 19-1
9 9 Anothermonday 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden) – Maiden

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Fluf Fluf Goose 1.40 1 2-1
7 7 Bubbas Magic 3.50 2.2 4-1
1 1 Cartels Smarty Pants 4.00 2.5 5-1
6 6 Carter G 5.00 3 6-1
5 5 Jm Jessalynns Wagon 10.00 5.9 11-1
2 2 Mda One Sweet Storm 12.00 7 13-1
4 4 Air Med Pilot 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden) – Maiden

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 San Lorenzo Cash 2.50 1 2-1
9 9 One Fast Kj 3.50 1.5 3-1
2 2 Royal Rogue 5.00 2.3 4-1
10 10 Zooming Ivory 5.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 Kj Keep Coming 8.00 3.8 7-1
1 1 One Fabulous Lady 10.00 4.9 9-1
7 7 Bb Jess Classified 12.00 5.9 11-1
5 5 Roys Leaving You 15.00 7.4 14-1
8 8 Eyejesleavinlouisana 20.00 10 19-1
4 4 Juniorthechampion 67 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Tacubayas First 1.80 1 2-1
9 9 Foxinafix 4.00 2 4-1
5 5 Kalies Fast Magic 4.50 2.2 4-1
6 6 Rbd Lu Boor Ee Ka 5.00 2.4 5-1
3 3 Jess Surfing 8.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Nitro Vision 10.00 4.6 9-1
8 8 Too Jealous 15.00 6.8 13-1
1 1 Majestic Cocktail 20.00 9 17-1
2 2 Uc My Behind 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden) – Maiden

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Fast Lane Train 1.80 1 2-1
10 10 Tdz Jesflyhigher 4.00 2.1 4-1
6 6 Margarita Tlc 5.00 2.6 5-1
7 7 Leavin U a Valentine 6.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 Last Comment 8.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 E Who Day Sue 10.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 Amys Game Changer 15.00 7.5 14-1
9 9 Whiskey River Dash 20.00 10 19-1
2 2 Rm Invasor Patriot 20.00 10 19-1
1 1 Tc Silencio Up 20.00 10 19-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 B the Vision 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Hez Hunters Rogue 3.00 1.4 3-1
8 8 Double X Perry 4.00 1.8 3-1
5 5 Majestic Charge 6.00 2.6 5-1
2 2 Freakin Patriot Dash 8.00 3.3 6-1
4 4 Packnshinesmemories 10.00 4.1 8-1
3 3 Curlin Coal 15.00 6.1 11-1
1 1 Kool First Liner 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 San Lorenzo Bossman 1.60 1 2-1
8 8 Marcy Train B 4.50 2.4 5-1
9 9 Jd Heza Paintedeagle 5.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 The Legend of Corona 8.00 4.1 8-1
5 5 Captain Eagle 8.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 A Secret to Catch 12.00 6.1 12-1
6 6 Freighttrain Lee 12.00 6.1 12-1
10 10 Jess Jumpn Dynasty 12.00 6.1 12-1
3 3 Nbc Mr Booz 20.00 10 19-1
1 1 Lgm Flirting Hero 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Gt N Boos Runaway 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Leaving Coyame 3.50 2.1 4-1
2 2 Hueys Wild Bay Be 4.00 2.6 5-1
7 7 One Sweet Boss 6.00 4.8 9-1
5 5 Rogue Candy 6.00 4.8 9-1
1 1 Jess Transcendent 6.00 4.8 9-1
4 4 Ajs Louisiana Chick 8.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Futurity) – Futurity

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Be Myy Valentine 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Mucho Man Lady 3.50 1.5 3-1
10 10 The King Marfa 4.50 2 4-1
2 2 Jess Diamonds R Wild 8.00 3.8 7-1
8 8 Fallin Angels 8.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Favoreson Mv 8.00 3.8 7-1
1 1 Bmstrainiscoming 15.00 7.4 14-1
7 7 Cowgirls 123 15.00 7.4 14-1
5 5 Knighttimecartel 15.00 7.4 14-1
3 3 Ragnar the Great 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.