Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, April 20, 2018

April 20, 2018 Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks.


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, 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)

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Clever Triad 1.40 3 6-1
4 4 The Forty Factor 2.50 3.2 6-1
6 6 Valid Miracle 8.00 4 8-1
1 1 Maru’s Raven 5.00 4.3 8-1
2 2 My Brothersledge 6.00 4.5 8-1
7 7 Tachyon 15.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Whiskey Wu 20.00 5.9 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming)

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Chocomount 3.00 SCRATCH
7 6 Malibu At Midnight 2.50 2.5 5-1
2 2 Clickjab 1.80 2.8 5-1
6 5 Down in the Holler 10.00 3.4 6-1
3 3 Here Comes Michael 6.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Sventastic 20.00 5 9-1
1 1 Hopkins Choice 15.00 5.1 10-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Starter Allowance)

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
13A 13 Hunger 15.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Tam Tam Attack 6.00 4.4 8-1
10A 10 Puturseatbelton 15.00 4.4 8-1
8 8 Chilly Bay 6.00 4.7 9-1
4 4 Perfect Cover 3.50 4.8 9-1
2 2 Iredell 2.50 5 9-1
3 3 Dr Bolt 12.00 5.1 10-1
12 12 Malibu Sunset 15.00 6.2 12-1
9 9 Real Creel 15.00 6.6 13-1
7 7 Bluegrass Ball 15.00 7 13-1
1 1 Stone Bandit 12.00 7.4 14-1
6 6 Flyingtobechilders 15.00 8.9 17-1
5 5 Midnight Punk 20.00 9.9 19-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming)

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Brahms Romp 2.50 3.4 6-1
7 7 Tapitontheside 8.00 3.5 7-1
1 1 Take Warning 1.40 4 8-1
2 2 Witchy’s Laststand 3.50 4.2 8-1
4 4 Hermans Gold 12.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 Lithium Z 15.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Easter Vigil 15.00 5.4 10-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Optional Claiming)

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Hell of Afire 1.80 SCRATCH
7 6 Borino 6.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 Shifra Magician 3.50 3.7 7-1
1 1 So Innocent 2.00 3.8 7-1
2 2 Meddybemps 2.50 3.9 7-1
8 7 Spicy Girl Red 8.00 4.4 8-1
5 5 Street Miz 20.00 4.8 9-1
3 3 Springtime Wind 8.00 5.7 11-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Waiver Maiden Claiming)

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Mesotherm 3.50 3.2 6-1
5 5 Major Metro 6.00 3.6 7-1
3 3 Saratoga Bob 1.40 3.7 7-1
6 6 Any Darn Day 10.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Benevolentdictator 8.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Just Warmin’ Up 4.00 5 9-1
7 7 Dove Dynasty 30.00 5.1 10-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Claiming)

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Cool Cash 6.00 SCRATCH
15 15 Native Flora 15.00 SCRATCH
13 13 The Constable 10.00 SCRATCH
14 14 Benevolent Prince 3.00 SCRATCH
16 16 Whenthedovescry 10.00 SCRATCH
10 9 Forthegreatergood 4.50 2.5 5-1
5 4 Godlovesasinner 2.50 3.9 7-1
11 10 Hunt Me Down 12.00 3.9 7-1
3 3 Me Darlin Kara 8.00 5.1 10-1
8 7 In Your Pocket 20.00 6.2 12-1
12 11 Easyzip 20.00 6.5 12-1
2 2 Jammer 12.00 6.5 12-1
1 1 Major Anthem 6.00 6.5 12-1
7 6 The Bobby 12.00 7 13-1
9 8 Match the Pot 30.00 7.5 14-1
6 5 Jackgreerstubhutch 15.00 8.2 15-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance)

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Baltimore Street 8.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Small Rebellion 3.00 SCRATCH
1 1 No More Excuses 6.00 SCRATCH
5 3 Bay of Cats 3.50 2.8 5-1
6 4 Frechette 8.00 3.2 6-1
4 2 Deep Red 3.50 3.4 6-1
8 5 She’s Achance Too 12.00 3.7 7-1
2 1 Fly and Flutter 8.00 3.9 7-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Starter Optional Claiming)

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Emoticon 10.00 SCRATCH
5 4 Roanie 30.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Djulpan 8.00 SCRATCH
10 7 Ready Aim 6.00 3.6 7-1
1 1 Young American 2.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 Chargin Storm 4.50 3.7 7-1
6 4 King Koa 6.00 3.9 7-1
9 6 Brooklyn Speights 15.00 4.3 8-1
8 5 Johnny Action 20.00 4.9 9-1
4 3 Beltway Bob 8.00 5.4 10-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Maiden Claiming)

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Starship Yenta 5.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Virginia Fable 3.00 2.9 6-1
8 7 Patriotic Heart 4.50 3.2 6-1
3 3 Pure Passion 3.50 3.8 7-1
6 6 Doit for Spite 6.00 3.9 7-1
9 8 Say Yes to Me 15.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Parched Ghost 10.00 4.9 9-1
4 4 Fantastic Crossing 15.00 6.4 12-1
1 1 Gfour 15.00 6.8 13-1

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.