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Woodbine 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 Optional Claiming) – Maiden Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Bee Me 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Baccaro Point 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Speedy Connection 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Mr. Perfect 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Elissa’s Macho 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Noisy Cricket 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Rainbows Hero 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Castle Harbour 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Codicia Por Vida 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Interim Analysis 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Clear Position 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Firstgeneral Nikao 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Waitingforaholiday 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Sanhedrin 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Sassagoula River 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Bettermustcome 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Optional Claiming) – Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Lady Iona 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Clearwater Beach 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 You Be the Judge 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Greenwich Pike 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Hymn to Her 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Arianna’s Tour 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Anita Margarita 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Worry Less 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Might Bee Trouble 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 I’m Tenacious 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 World Showcase 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Save the Date 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Reach for the Top 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Moventothecountry 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Lainey 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Ludicrous 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 I’ve Got the Honey 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Lady On a Mission 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Mathematical 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Kinzie Girl 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Miss D’s Pride 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Highland Peak 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Devil’s Tongue 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Pin Boy 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Souper Strider 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Bourbononaholiday 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Captivating Name 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Out N Out Disgrace 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 My Boy Bruce 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 You and Me Baby 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Veery 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Miramichi 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Princess Jade 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Bound to Be True 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Sweet Fusion 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Aethelflaed (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Ruling Angel S. Presented By Ketel One) – Ruling Angel S. Presented By Ketel One

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Lakota Lady 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Dixie Law 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Luster 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Gray Dee One 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Meilani 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Frosty Mojito 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Optional Claiming) – Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Frac Right 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Fracen Macho 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Philip Banks 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Dewolf 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Signature Sir 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Duckduckduck 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Quadzilla 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Lazy Y Collection 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Refinement 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Inescapable 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Illy 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Bazooka Jane 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Princess Rainbow 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Campus Queen 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Elusive Yaupon 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Superfly Chick 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Pretty Vicious 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 11 (Maiden Optional Claiming) – Maiden Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Katherine’s Cub 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Angel Danielle 0.00 1 2-1
12 12 Keytothepark 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Rideau Falls 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Boss Lady J 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Lady Bia 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Mighty Tanner 0.00 1 2-1
13 13 Daddy’s Secret 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Aleatoric 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Morerita 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 My Turn Now 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Regal Affair 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Money Heist 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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