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Churchill Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, June 19, 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
5 5 Cozy Curlin Kitten 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Musical Prayer 3.00 1.5 3-1
4 4 Baytown Butterfly 3.50 1.7 3-1
6 6 Barbratina 4.00 1.9 4-1
3 3 Bow Draw 6.00 2.6 5-1
1 1 Story Hour 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Hoodlum 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 National Eclipse 2.50 1.2 2-1
2 2 Saltwater Cowboy 3.00 1.4 3-1
1 1 Nip N Tuck 4.00 1.7 3-1
4 4 Ready to Pounce 8.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 Creek 20.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Bee Crazy 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Heart of a Gunner 3.50 1.2 2-1
11 11 Press Release 4.00 1.4 3-1
1 1 Gone and Plenty 4.50 1.6 3-1
6 6 Let Her Fly 6.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Spun Tight 6.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Fashion Setter 10.00 3.6 7-1
10 10 Just You and Me 12.00 4.3 8-1
3 3 Bit Tipsy 15.00 5.4 10-1
8 8 Fuego Sunset 20.00 7.3 14-1
5 5 Crack On 30.00 11 21-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Vanderbilt 1.20 1 2-1
6 6 Evan On Earth 3.50 1.9 4-1
8 8 Justifreak 4.50 2.2 4-1
1 1 Landing Craft 8.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 Nash Potatoes 10.00 4.3 8-1
7 7 Army Wildcatter 12.00 5 9-1
3 3 Royal Sapphire 12.00 5 9-1
5 5 Spurgeon 20.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Trim Castle 3.00 1 2-1
11 11 Crossfire 4.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 See You Soon 5.00 2.2 4-1
9 9 Bourbon Town 6.00 2.8 5-1
4 4 Karajan 8.00 3.9 7-1
8 8 Cold Kiss 10.00 5.1 10-1
6 6 Baytown Theo 10.00 5.1 10-1
7 7 King Crusher 12.00 6.3 12-1
2 2 Ditlihi 15.00 8.1 15-1
10 10 Bomani 20.00 11 21-1
1 1 Prairie Avenue 20.00 11 21-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 West Hollywood 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Irish Aces 3.50 1.7 3-1
1 1 Lambeth 4.50 2.1 4-1
5 5 Funtastic Again 5.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Herchee 8.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 Idratherbeblessed 10.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Awesome Aaron 15.00 6.8 13-1
9 9 Theismann 15.00 6.8 13-1
2 2 Higgins Boat 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Guardian 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Mitty’s Griddy 3.50 1.2 2-1
7 7 Coastal Breeze 4.50 1.7 3-1
6 6 Forty Love 5.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Mischief Mania 6.00 2.4 5-1
2 2 League of Legends 8.00 3.4 6-1
3 3 Stormy At Midnight 10.00 4.3 8-1
1 1 Mamoot 15.00 6.7 13-1
9 9 Livehappy 20.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Cash Call 1.60 1 2-1
5 5 Anakarina 2.50 1.2 2-1
4 4 Roswell 3.50 1.5 3-1
3 3 Silent Law 4.00 1.7 3-1
2 2 Tapit Quick 8.00 2.7 5-1
1 1 City Scene 20.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Competitive Market 1.80 1 2-1
9 9 Amberglen (IRE) 2.50 1.2 2-1
8 8 Miss Pharaoh 4.00 1.6 3-1
7 7 La Cantera (IRE) 6.00 2.2 4-1
1 1 Pookie 10.00 3.3 6-1
4 4 Sunshine Daydream 12.00 3.9 7-1
5 5 Ensorcell 20.00 6.2 12-1
3 3 Smokin Hot Blonde 30.00 9 17-1
2 2 Jerseys Parade 30.00 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.

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