Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, June 18, 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 Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 El Attitude 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Ms Muching On 3.50 1.3 2-1
1 1 Mr Piloto Streakin 4.50 1.9 4-1
4 4 Scooters Wild Ivory 5.00 2.2 4-1
3 3 Hey T Boy 6.00 2.8 5-1
2 2 Jrs Innocent Baby 6.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Ms Intrigued 10.00 5.1 10-1
8 8 Rh Peligro 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Optional Claiming) – Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Run for the Prize 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Jess Catch This 3.00 1.5 3-1
5 5 Sarahsfreighttrain 4.50 2.4 4-1
4 4 Dead Winner 6.00 3.2 6-1
6 6 Oh Cosino Fast 8.00 4.2 8-1
2 2 Blue Castle 10.00 5.3 10-1
3 3 Rip Roarin Hunter 12.00 6.4 12-1
8 8 Bt Gameboy 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Moe Carter 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Six Streakin Blood 3.50 1.3 2-1
2 2 John Wayne Friday 4.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 Judys Money Train 5.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Dash of Gold 6.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 She Aint Jivin 8.00 3.9 7-1
4 4 Heza Fast Cartel 23 12.00 6.3 12-1
1 1 Coletrain 14 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Sheaza Hero 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Izitalexander 3.50 1.7 3-1
8 8 Jess a Salty Girl 4.50 2.5 5-1
3 3 Jrs Sheza Corona 6.00 3.6 7-1
7 7 Bellas First Rogue 8.00 5.1 10-1
6 6 Jessaluckyone 8.00 5.1 10-1
1 1 Heza Hustler 12.00 8 15-1
4 4 Tlc Best Prize 12.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Kas Hes Ec 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Another Gold Heart 3.50 1.8 3-1
2 2 Ebony James 4.50 2.4 4-1
1 1 Fifty Three to 8 5.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Pinch Runner 6.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Angeles Estrellita 12.00 6.4 12-1
6 6 Jill Can Fly 15.00 8 15-1
7 7 Suttenprettyspecial 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Trials) – Trials

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 San Lorenzo Chicken 2.00 1 2-1
8 8 Mucho Man Train B 3.50 1.8 3-1
1 1 Stay in the Fastlane 6.00 3 6-1
6 6 Sl Watchme Zoom 8.00 4 8-1
7 7 Jaccx Sizzle 8.00 4 8-1
3 3 Zactex Blood 8.00 4 8-1
9 9 Rogue Candy 12.00 6 11-1
4 4 Mardi Gras Train 15.00 7.5 14-1
2 2 Tdz Thelouisianawave 20.00 10 19-1
5 5 Ceds Fast One 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Trials) – Trials

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 San Lorenzo Bossman 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Valiant Heart Z 3.00 1.5 3-1
10 10 Cm Dashing Cartel 6.00 3 6-1
4 4 Tomacc 8.00 4 8-1
9 9 Nxs 10.00 5 9-1
8 8 Jess Transcendent 10.00 5 9-1
3 3 Juneteenth 12.00 6 11-1
5 5 Titos Kinda Night 12.00 6 11-1
7 7 Mjs Heart 15.00 7.5 14-1
2 2 Tdz Expect the Blood 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Majestic Flare 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Sizzlin Fire 3.50 1.5 3-1
2 2 Wire Me to Fly 4.50 1.9 4-1
3 3 Kit Cat Coronalene 5.00 2.1 4-1
8 8 Heard It From Brenda 6.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Power Dice 8.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Honour Thru Diamond 15.00 6.7 13-1
7 7 Sugar Plunk 15.00 6.7 13-1
9 9 Royal Modelo 20.00 9 17-1

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.