Saratoga Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, August 12, 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 (Michael G. Walsh Novice S.) – Michael G. Walsh Novice S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Lord Flintshire 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Philip My Dear 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Cyber Ninja 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Alpamayo 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Feeling Festive (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Lynches Knock (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Famous Figure (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 King Al (GB) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Boxajoe N Tootzrol 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Beechwood’s Best 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Juneau 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Dream About 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Quality Spring 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Business Math 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Brown Sugar Betty 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Madison Moon 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 My Bestie 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Sweet Mackenzie 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Katerina Ristova 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Lots of Kisses 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Key Actress 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Bengalese 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Miel Et Citron 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Ilenas Kaz Way 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Free Spin Kim 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Solaia 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 R P Byrne (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Run Classic 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Inexorable 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Power Attack 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Paradise Valley 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Mischievous M 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Trust Issues 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Classic Time 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Fiddling Felix 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Artistic Success 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Give Her Another 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Olivia’s Grace 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Amelia’s Echo 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Adrian 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 So Vain 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Rose Lisa 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Greyjoy 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Serena Fly 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Ur Desire 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Brillante (FR) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
16 16 Cayenne 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Decimal Point 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Mi Gordita 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Sweet Grace 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Tappin Magic 0.00 1 2-1
14 14 Miss Ma’am 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sea Isle City 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Bourbon Mojo 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Night Sky 0.00 1 2-1
12 12 Southern Kiss 0.00 1 2-1
15 15 Early Autumn 0.00 1 2-1
13 13 Split the Blanket 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Bankthemoneyhoney 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Yolo Train 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Omi Maria 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Instant Stardom 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 She’s Fast Money 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Lauren’s Time 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Davidson 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Baby Beth 0.00 1 2-1
12 12 Coursiere 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Sweet Lisa 0.00 1 2-1
13 13 Chic in Motion 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Saratoga Lake 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Lady Azul 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 In the Queue 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Cyber Baby 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Under the Moon 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Empirical March 0.00 1 2-1
14 14 Hidden Melody 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Pens Street 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Brunch With Amy 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Seraphia 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sailaway 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Higher Force 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Answered Prayers 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Hidden Rose 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Bourbon Milk Punch 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Gum 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Giant Sense 0.00 1 2-1
13 13 Prairie Princess 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Channelview 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Grace of Monaco 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Serenique 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Battle Winner 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Tavern Talk 0.00 1 2-1
12 12 Mappy 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Riyah Al Nil 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Mistborn 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Resort (FR) 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.