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Woodbine 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 (Optional Claiming) – Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Exude 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Quiet Vista 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Southern Style 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Motion Granted 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 King Rosso 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Private Label 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Sprung Loose 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Shamateur 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Buttonwood Tree 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Three Sonny Sideup 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Catholic Jackie 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Blondina’s Boy 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Fast and Ready 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Audax Minor 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Unheard 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Tanzanite Lily 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Wild Red 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Suigu Belle 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Wunhappy Wabbit 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Cayenne Kiss 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Pine Knoll 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Forester’s Fortune 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Arabian Prince 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Niagara Skyline 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Echo With Laughter 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 El Alacran 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Givememythememusic 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Red Weaver 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Napa Spirit (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Take Chances 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Almasty’s Lust 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Hope She Fires 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Sunnyville 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Crumlin Fashion 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Black Goddess 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Serious Green 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Japonka 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Optional Claiming) – Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
11 11 Mo’ Spresso 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Fun Fella 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Fine Style 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Its in the Cards 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Golden Truth 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 B the King 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Navy Street 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Chanchito 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Amore Mio 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Speights Will 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 My Covenant 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
11 11 Hard Reload 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Glorious Revenge 0.00 1 2-1
13 13 Royal Fonz 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Wild Eyes Forever 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Poilievre 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Brockwell 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Marshalltown 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Metro King 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 A Real War Story 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Bettermustcome 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Team Almasty 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Noisy Cricket 0.00 1 2-1
12 12 Scottie’s Barn 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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