Saratoga Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, August 26, 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 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Belmont C. C. 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Dotsy 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Freshly Minted 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Dream of Me 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Atlas a Eye 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Lady Starstruck 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Cody’s Approval 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Late Call 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Brigadier General 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Celestial Glaze 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Heathguard 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Ambition 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Aelfgar 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Outtawaterbury 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Magnanimous Max 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Right to Win (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Unit Economics (GB) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Thirteen Red Flags 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Calling an Audible 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Furry Fox 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Sabby Sunset 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Our Preferred Pal 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Timia 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Bouquetry 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Kaz Farm Girl 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Chestnut 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Empress New Groove 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Fletch’s Rockette 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Collective Bargain 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Foster Lane 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Saint Tropez 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Vajra 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 My Divine Spirit (GB) 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Solo Stryker 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Mr. Rogers 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Nystateofmind 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 House of War 0.00 1 2-1
12 12 Just You Baby 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Vals Bro 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Jordan the Caddy 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Our Warrior 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Zack the Grey 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Cuylle 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Calling Mr. Mo 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Al Mowashaah 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Pineapple Man 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Unload 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Trusty Rusty 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Glen Airy 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Golden Symphony 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Secured Landing 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Smilensaycheese 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Gee No Hollander 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Bolton Landing S.) – Bolton Landing S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Army Salute 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Luminous Beauty 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Legacy Lady 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Side Quest 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Lexi’s Charm 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Extravaganzoo 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Allura 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Shining Moment 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 More Champagne 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Go for Launch 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Tiz Candy 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Forever to Go 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Hanna’s Hideaway 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Starship Lizzy 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Battle Rifle 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Peggie Castle 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 That’s Amore 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Angie’s Angel 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 All Bright 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Raised 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Extravagant 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.