Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks for Sunday, May 31, 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 Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Gripen 3.50 1 2-1
7 7 Destination 12.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Serene Spirit 3.00 3.3 6-1
4 4 Diane Lee 3.50 3.3 6-1
9 9 She Called 2.50 3.3 6-1
8 8 Probable Angle 20.00 5.1 10-1
1 1 It’s Hot in Here (IRE) 15.00 5.9 11-1
5 5 Tasty Time 15.00 9 17-1
2 2 Carolina Sun 30.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 El Papacito 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 Gimme Two Shots 2.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Q Got Hops 4.50 2.8 5-1
6 6 Flying to Work 1.50 2.8 5-1
1 1 Whatchasaynow 10.00 5.6 11-1
5 5 Rio Del Valle 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Sweeterthanwhiskey 3.50 1 2-1
7 7 Beyond Question 3.00 2.6 5-1
6 6 Granuaile 8.00 3.6 7-1
11 11 Gastown Babe 8.00 3.6 7-1
9 9 Sunset Express 20.00 3.9 7-1
2 2 Roadrunner the Cat 2.00 4 7-1
8 8 Jewish Mother 15.00 6.1 12-1
4 4 Police Woman 30.00 6.3 12-1
10 10 Impetus Echo (GB) 30.00 9 17-1
12 12 Air One 15.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Buckin’ Right 20.00 SCRATCH
5 5 No Mo Muffins 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Ecumenical 1.80 1 2-1
4 4 Addy’s Laddy T N T 4.50 3.2 6-1
6 6 Estilo Magico 2.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Sin Permiso 30.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Silverbullettwenty 15.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 City Panda 2.50 4.5 8-1
2 2 Bonded 30.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Fahnee 4.50 1 2-1
7 7 Tipmanee 20.00 3 6-1
10 10 Stay in Tune 12.00 3.3 6-1
9 9 Hot Boss 8.00 3.3 6-1
3 3 Niecey 4.00 3.5 7-1
1 1 Bellini Gold 3.50 4.6 9-1
5 5 Worries Unfounded 12.00 5.2 10-1
4 4 Any Fools Gold 20.00 6.6 13-1
8 8 Campaign Mischief 30.00 9 17-1
6 6 Frappart 2.50 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Fightertown 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Just for the Money 12.00 1.5 3-1
2 2 Aztec 4.50 1.6 3-1
8 8 Bigtonten 3.50 2.1 4-1
9 9 White Series 5.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 Laddie Dance 12.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Daddy Yankee 12.00 4.9 9-1
7 7 Norfie 12.00 6.1 12-1
1 1 Top Blood 15.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Class Photo 2.50 1 2-1
10 10 Bodecream 3.00 2 4-1
4 4 Put a Rock On It 3.50 3.4 6-1
6 6 Bookitwithhaddad 6.00 3.5 7-1
8 8 The Last Scip 8.00 4 8-1
11 11 Italian Symphony 10.00 4.6 9-1
1 1 Cut the Cord 12.00 5.4 10-1
9 9 Prince Khozan 20.00 6.6 12-1
5 5 Likebelivingnmagic 30.00 8.3 16-1
7 7 Game Keeper 30.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Let’s Dance Again 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Brief Affair 15.00 1 2-1
7 7 Big Earn 1.60 2.4 5-1
3 3 Preparefortakeoff 12.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 Clawless Brit 3.50 3.9 7-1
5 5 Lady Ensign 2.50 4.1 8-1
1 1 Juniper Juice 6.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 Over My Cents 20.00 5.6 11-1
8 8 Meg 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Guaponess 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Hixon 2.50 1.1 2-1
8 8 Dolice Vita 3.50 1.3 2-1
5 5 Tuff Luck 4.50 2.3 4-1
3 3 Roll On Jesse 12.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 No More Calls 20.00 5.1 10-1
7 7 Marcan Love 10.00 5.7 11-1
6 6 Kitty’s Son 30.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Flamenco Star 1.60 1 2-1
10 10 Wickham Lane 12.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Golf Cart Ryder 4.00 2.8 5-1
7 7 Modranach 15.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Work Smarter 12.00 4.6 9-1
5 5 Shakin My Head 5.00 5.1 10-1
8 8 Revolution Rock 15.00 5.8 11-1
2 2 Paid Vacation 6.00 6 11-1
1 1 Silver Saber 30.00 9 17-1
6 6 Regency Tale 12.00 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.