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Saratoga Horse Racing Picks for Friday, August 14, 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 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Who’s Your Zaddy 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Bold Love 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Stickupwithoutagun 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Into the Light 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Jets Rio 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 First Blessing 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 White Star 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Cayenne 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Miss Ma’am 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Atlas a Eye 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Night Sky 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Southern Kiss 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Early Autumn 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Split the Blanket 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Denos Grace 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Frosted Over 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Paros 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Sherlock’s Jewel 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Le Gris 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Makes Sense 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Maui Strong 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 High Beta 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Alan Turing 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Georgia Magic 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Intellect (FR) 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Cosmic Year (GB) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Swaging 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Freaky 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Daiquiri Sommelier 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Toga d’Oro 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Hot Property 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Abrigado 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Neigh Baby 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Disparate Impact 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Asked and Answered 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Old Time Rocknroll 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Knowledge Sharing 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Ovechkin 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Bedeviled 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Stream It 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Gordy 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Infuriata 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Mel Went Home 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 May December 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Into Forever 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Divine Sunshine 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Bourbon Madness 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Whatever It Takes 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Littleberry 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Cut Your Losses 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Baliage (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Laughing Boy 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Pineapple Man 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Hey Toby 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Glen Airy 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Good Bali 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sharp Spark 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Indy Rags 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Fever Night 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Apalta 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Contrary Thinking 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Otello 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Eliminate 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Commuted 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Ridgewood Runner 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Bold Strength 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Vibrant Express 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Smart And Fancy S.) – Smart And Fancy S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Miss Vyvyanne 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Zeitlos 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Itzel 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Capturing 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Praying 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Delightful Flame 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Munnings Express 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Ratu Jawa 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Me Governor 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Le Amazonia 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Vivaldi 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Mortal Lock 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Duty 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Luz de Guia 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Melody Man 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Minotaur 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Languid 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Ghost Driver 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 About Face 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.

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