Prairie Meadows Horse Racing Picks for Friday, August 21, 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 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Shesafavoritecowgirl 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Apollitical Rush 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Tetos Tres Boogie 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 I Be Moonin You 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 A Good Pilot 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Ms Hawk 22 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden) – Maiden

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Swivels 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Tiny Temptress 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Midnyght Express 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Yes Way 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Apollitical Tuck 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Th Golly Chili 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Zz Relentless 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden) – Maiden

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Cowgirls Ride Better 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Surely Not Me 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Ts Wild Dream 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Ts Extra Cash 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Th Bullet 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Jess Wagon My Lips 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Montee Love 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Roomonthewagon 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Mr Bug Perry 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Trs Jessa Deelight 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Moon Way 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Ma Black 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Ts Thats Famous 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Eagle Eclipse 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Fancy Fast Prize 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Lil Racy Girl 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Bayou Eagle Power 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Red White N Lucky 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 One Hot Headlight 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Lone Mountain Girl 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Dreaminonthenile 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Cankton’s Cowgirl 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Mathurine 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Severe Clear 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Palace Rock 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Orphan Sandy 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Meeker 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Big Furn 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Bluegrass Tap 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Mighty Koa 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Ambrose 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Lunatic Friends 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Sofia’s Love 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Mighty Samurai 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 A V From the Logo 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Potential Sam 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Astro Nine 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Newly 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Madethedean’slist 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Wily Wade 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Into the Deep 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Brasa 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Big Man Stan 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Ole Mikey Bagels 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Skipped a Beat 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 K B’s Street 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Just Good Cents 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Miss Olive 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Valina 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Willa Be an Angel 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 P C Baby 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Queen’s Standard 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Kaylee’s Rose 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Pagosa 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 R F Army Issue 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Classy Legend 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Yo Mo 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Golden Hurricane 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Raaq Tansani 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Hot Dang 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Yancopin 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Joey’s Thirsty 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 None But the Brave 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 11 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Our Last Chance 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Redneckerthanyou 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Annual Budget 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Palace Guard 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Run for Gold 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Virtue’s Reward 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 12 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Stella Bella 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Dixie Surprise 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 K Dog 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 E. L.’s Legacy 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Belfast Girl 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Mythical Journey 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Regan’s Twist 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Julie the Jet 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Sugah Down 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Mo Kitty 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.