Delaware Park Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, May 23, 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 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Irish Coco 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Fiveclocksomewhere 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Caprichosainfront 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 They Got Curry 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Pippa’s Noncents 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Eimear 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Violet’s Charm 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Formaggio 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 No Need to Ask 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Humoresque 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Java Tales 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Panchita 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 High Heel Native 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Miss Ida B 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Renewing Vows 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Freedom Road 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 War Master 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 J D Factor 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Secret Zipper 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Take the Pledge 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Rob the Rich 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 The Best Distance 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Last Romance 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Montauk Point 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Paynter’s Prodigy 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Maximus Magic 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Bourbon State 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Broderick 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Guard of Honour 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Knockout Guy 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Jake’s Affection 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Damage 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Palace Revolt 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 First Officer 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Magic Mikey 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Styner 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Catatumbo 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Secret Treasure 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Good as He Gets 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Anchises 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Striking Sparks 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Ascendance 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Hawkstone 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 Ball of Fire 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Our Notion 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Reckless 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Higher Sense 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Very Volatile 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Sioux Empire 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Empire of Glory 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Gallant Creek 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Rickie’s Kin 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Farooq 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Magic Bay 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Cap’n Cats 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Hard Freeze 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.