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Churchill Downs Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, June 4, 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
1 1 Imperial Ruler 1.40 1 2-1
2 2 Harbe 2.50 2 4-1
5 5 Editor 3.50 2.8 5-1
3 3 Nash Potatoes 5.00 4.1 8-1
4 4 Big Garry 6.00 5 9-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Fuzzy Stare 1.20 1 2-1
5 5 D Bigalow 3.00 1.4 3-1
4 4 Mouqeer 3.50 1.6 3-1
7 7 Jack Charles (GB) 4.50 1.8 3-1
8 8 Jem’s Hershey Kiss 12.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 Apostles Creed 15.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 Watashi 20.00 5.6 11-1
1 1 Good Sal 30.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Lots of Kisses 1.80 1 2-1
14 14 Bourbon Milk Punch 3.00 1.6 3-1
10 10 Dream On Curlin 4.00 2 4-1
5 5 Hey Miss Olivia 4.50 2.2 4-1
11 11 Mundy Sweep 4.50 2.2 4-1
7 7 Liz Knows Best 6.00 2.9 6-1
12 12 Zero Absolute 6.00 2.9 6-1
13 13 Eve 8.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Sweet Sissone 8.00 3.9 7-1
3 3 Ready for a Title 10.00 4.8 9-1
9 9 Marcheline 12.00 5.7 11-1
4 4 Gerber Daisy 15.00 7.1 13-1
2 2 Una Madiba 30.00 14 26-1
1 1 Dream Chick 30.00 14 26-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Betty’s Dance 1.20 1 2-1
1 1 Fun On the Bayou 1.80 1.2 2-1
4 4 Split Success 3.50 1.6 3-1
3 3 Diablo Shiraz 8.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Listentourmother 15.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Lady Upstart 20.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Quick Silla 3.00 1 2-1
9 9 Sky Warrior 4.00 1.4 3-1
2 2 Super Saiyajin 5.00 1.7 3-1
5 5 Decimation 6.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Bardstown Road 8.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Long Range Walt 10.00 3.6 7-1
11 11 Bet On Silver 10.00 3.6 7-1
1 1 How’s Al Today 12.00 4.3 8-1
8 8 Rock Havoc 12.00 4.3 8-1
7 7 Take Charge Beach 30.00 11 21-1
3 3 Mr Gerson 30.00 11 21-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
12 12 Raiding Party (IRE) 1.40 1 2-1
8 8 Connect the Stars 2.50 1.8 3-1
11 11 Honfleur 3.00 2.1 4-1
5 5 Dagmara 4.00 2.8 5-1
4 4 Hot Mash 5.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 Star Actress 6.00 4.2 8-1
2 2 Call the Bullpen 6.00 4.2 8-1
9 9 Stepping Stones 8.00 5.6 11-1
14 14 Code 8.00 5.6 11-1
7 7 Callmeyourmajesty 15.00 10.5 20-1
10 10 Back Ring Buzz 15.00 10.5 20-1
1 1 Backgammon 15.00 10.5 20-1
13 13 Temple Goddess 20.00 14 26-1
3 3 Belle of the Barn 20.00 14 26-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Up Country 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Disparate Impact 4.50 1.5 3-1
1 1 Spellmaker 5.00 1.7 3-1
6 6 Discotheque 6.00 2.1 4-1
9 9 Bon Temps 8.00 3 6-1
7 7 Blue Mountains 8.00 3 6-1
4 4 Final Thoughts 8.00 3 6-1
12 12 Devilish Act 10.00 3.9 7-1
10 10 Pelican Hill 12.00 4.9 9-1
3 3 Symbol 12.00 4.9 9-1
13 13 Blackjack Man 20.00 8.5 16-1
11 11 Titan King 20.00 8.5 16-1
5 5 Grind 30.00 13 25-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Spoiler 3.50 1 2-1
9 9 Westside Tide 4.00 1.4 3-1
10 10 Plensa 4.50 1.8 3-1
5 5 Beyond Stoked 5.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Esmark 6.00 3 6-1
6 6 Joejoe Go 10.00 6.1 12-1
2 2 Tough Little Nut 12.00 7.7 14-1
4 4 Excite 12.00 7.7 14-1
3 3 Idratherbeblessed 15.00 10 19-1
1 1 Johny’s Rendezvous 15.00 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.

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