Woodbine 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 (Optional Claiming) – Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Dazzling Cruiser 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Monty’s Inn 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Secret Load 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Texas Holiday 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Regal Moment 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Zabarta 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Divine Leader 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Enchant Me 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Bold Reload 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Banker’s Hours 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Dissectologist 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Secret Storm 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Cut’em Loose 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Thatsitthatsall 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Makayla 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Speak Up 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Poetic Amy 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Sight to See 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Sterling Heights 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Zippy Gamble 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Beyond Adversity 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Awesome Beat 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Shapoval 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Society’s Storm 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Frankness 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 No Cape 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Keynote Speaker 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Fast Charlie 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Proudly Canadian 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Mo Argento 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Bedtime 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Scary Speedy 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Complex Secret 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Jinx Me 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Serious Green 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Spellcheck 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Design Diva 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Momanda 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Orient Beach 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Sil’s Gamble 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Armored Guard 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Optional Claiming) – Maiden Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Our Lilly 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Reload Baba 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Di Capri 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Kittabarta 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Ur Heart 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Super Red 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Twist of Sugar 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Believe in Luck 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Pretty Vicious 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.