Del Mar Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, August 27, 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 Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Alyn’s Girl 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Authentic Grace 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Caves 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Molly E 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Ronilla 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Jasmine 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Kizazi 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Silkie Sevei (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Luxor Magic 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Ms Liu 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Lunar Velocity 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Sudden Impact 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Danielle 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
13 13 Summer Mischief 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Jack Em Up 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Nichols 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Hoaxer 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 San Moritz 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Repo Man 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Cosmic Charlie 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Movingwithpurpose 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Sir Rockatan 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 King Anunoby 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 You Want Some 0.00 1 2-1
12 12 Bid 0.00 1 2-1
11 11 Ocean Club (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Opus Uno 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Sammy Davis 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Fionello 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Wall Street 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Liam Smith 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 L Rankin 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Sendit Mo 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Springline 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Golden Hope 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Sunny Creed 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Storm Lady (GB) 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Jet Black Jewel (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Velvet Reign (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Cuban Flame (FR) 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Astronomically (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Kahuna Magic 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Gypsy Tears 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Swaggish 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Geezer 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 The Big Cheeseola 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 No More Ding Dongs 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Novinophobia 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Ya’ll Come 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Check’s On the Way 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Lady Maryann 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Interplay 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Lanilla 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Hello Kid O Kid O 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Winika 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Heavenly Belle 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Specialty 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Cat The Confidante (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Rehearsal (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Shining River (GB) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Rhythem On Stage 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Stagger Lee 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Bowtie Boys 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Mio Bambino 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Tee N Off 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Millbo Baggins 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Court of Appeal 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Tiggrrr Whitworth 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Stay for the Boom 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Southern Melodee 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.