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Prairie Meadows 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 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Maximum to Excel 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 American Sue 15.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Starlit Sofi 4.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 R N B Baby 12.00 4.4 8-1
4 4 Sweet Viola 10.00 4.7 9-1
6 6 Western Feel 5.00 6 11-1
5 5 Dialed Into You 2.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Specialsortastorm 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 Mintastic 2.50 1.9 4-1
1 1 Own the Field 3.50 4 8-1
4 4 Forced Ranking 6.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 Nullarbor 8.00 5 9-1
5 5 Midnight Menace 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Historic 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Trafalgar’s Hero 5.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Midnight Whirl 4.50 2.4 4-1
7 7 Crooked as Can Be 3.00 3.1 6-1
3 3 Gold Gunner 12.00 3.7 7-1
8 8 Rocknsockconection 10.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Title Contender 15.00 7 13-1
1 1 Net Profit 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Samurai Prince 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Dontbesoogrouchy 2.50 1.9 4-1
1 1 Quarter Rat 3.50 3 6-1
4 4 Mr Negativity 6.00 3.6 7-1
5 5 Shut Up Michael (IRE) 5.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Biyombo 10.00 6.8 13-1
2 2 Beau Day 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Call Me Ice Man 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 Just a Irish Lad 3.50 3 6-1
1 1 Cravensworth 12.00 4 8-1
9 9 Manny’s Kat 8.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 Warren L 2.50 5.3 10-1
6 6 Our Cornerstone 20.00 6.6 12-1
7 7 Tap the Brakes 15.00 7 13-1
4 4 Mr. Thunderstruck 4.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Hawks Creek 10.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Zatara 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Spenard 5.00 1.3 2-1
5 5 Conquering Cat 12.00 3.7 7-1
7 7 Inca Empire 15.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Bricklayer 4.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Mena 3.00 4.3 8-1
1 1 Strike Ridge 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Prince and Penny 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Ole Mikey Bagels 4.50 1.2 2-1
8 8 Stone Man 10.00 2.8 5-1
9 9 Echobayou 3.50 2.9 5-1
1 1 Galvanizer 6.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 Sailorman 8.00 5.1 10-1
6 6 Bank Swap 20.00 6.9 13-1
3 3 Modern Band 30.00 8 15-1
10 10 No Free Kisses 12.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Flat Sprout 15.00 SCRATCH

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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