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
1 1 Regal Moment 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Dazzling Cruiser 0.00 1.1 2-1
2 2 Texas Holiday 0.00 1.8 3-1
4 4 Zabarta 0.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Secret Load 0.00 5.6 11-1
3 3 Monty’s Inn 0.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Divine Leader 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Bold Reload 0.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 Cut’em Loose 0.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 Dissectologist 0.00 4.4 8-1
4 4 Secret Storm 0.00 4.6 9-1
5 5 Banker’s Hours 0.00 4.8 9-1
7 7 Enchant Me 0.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Thatsitthatsall 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Sterling Heights 0.00 1.3 3-1
5 5 Speak Up 0.00 2.3 4-1
1 1 Poetic Amy 0.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 Makayla 0.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Sight to See 0.00 4.6 9-1
7 7 Zippy Gamble 0.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Shapoval 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Society’s Storm 0.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 Frankness 0.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Keynote Speaker 0.00 4.3 8-1
9 9 Awesome Beat 0.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 No Cape 0.00 6.6 12-1
7 7 Beyond Adversity 0.00 8 15-1
3 3 Proudly Canadian 0.00 8 15-1
4 4 Fast Charlie 0.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Serious Green 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Scary Speedy 0.00 1.5 3-1
3 3 Mo Argento 0.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Jinx Me 0.00 3.6 7-1
5 5 Bedtime 0.00 5.6 11-1
4 4 Complex Secret 0.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Sil’s Gamble 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Orient Beach 0.00 1.6 3-1
2 2 Design Diva 0.00 3.3 6-1
4 4 Spellcheck 0.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 Momanda 0.00 5 9-1
3 3 Armored Guard 0.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Twist of Sugar 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Di Capri 0.00 2.2 4-1
2 2 Kittabarta 0.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Believe in Luck 0.00 2.8 5-1
7 7 Pretty Vicious 0.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Reload Baba 0.00 3.7 7-1
8 8 Super Red 0.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 Our Lilly 0.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Ur Heart 0.00 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.