Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, July 20, 2024

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 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Magical Monarch 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Little Lance 12.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Energy Efficient 3.50 1.9 4-1
3 3 Malinois 1.80 2.4 4-1
7 7 Eddie Felson 4.00 2.6 5-1
6 6 Master of None 20.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Langlee Avenue 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Kadri 1.80 1 2-1
7 7 Boss Is a Pal 5.00 1.8 3-1
3 3 Charmed (GB) 2.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 Speak Unity 3.00 2.7 5-1
2 2 Cash Now 20.00 4.5 9-1
5 5 Monster Mason 15.00 6.1 11-1
6 6 Valiant Vinny 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Society Ball 4.50 1 2-1
4 4 Midsummers Eve 4.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 Bossyness 3.00 3.4 6-1
7 7 Dazzy 15.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Viennese Waltz 2.50 4.9 9-1
2 2 Brooklyn Girl 3.50 6.4 12-1
5 5 I Can Do It 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Thataway 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 Crossland 4.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Blame the Tux 2.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Benny Havens 6.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Northern Tick Tock 3.00 3.4 6-1
8 8 Sneaking Suspicion 5.00 4 8-1
3 3 Quincannon 15.00 5 10-1
2 2 Jardani 1.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Mit Mazel 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 No More Mask 5.00 1.8 3-1
6 6 Flat Discount 6.00 2 4-1
2 2 Sweet Heidelberg 1.60 2.1 4-1
7 7 Sapphire Beauty 8.00 2.9 5-1
4 4 Kelly’s Party Girl 15.00 3.6 7-1
8 8 Gold Time Vixen 20.00 6.8 13-1
3 3 Bravo Zulu 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Summerinthecountry 4.00 1 2-1
7 7 Flashy Dude 6.00 1.3 2-1
1 1 Nola Boss 3.00 1.3 2-1
8 8 Little Bit Risky 3.50 1.7 3-1
6 6 Reggie Runs Rogue 6.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Rocket Science 12.00 3 6-1
2 2 Casey N Pap 12.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Barbadian Runner 20.00 4.8 9-1
9 9 Brewmaster 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Naval Empire 1.80 1 2-1
8 8 Esperannna 10.00 2.5 5-1
6 6 Angel Art 5.00 3.5 7-1
7 7 Determined Sail 30.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Atlas Strong 15.00 4.8 9-1
1 1 Oncourtcommentator 1.60 5.2 10-1
4 4 Catch the Kitten 6.00 6.4 12-1
2 2 Congress Hall 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 8 Kitten’s Appeal 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Deeds of Love 10.00 2.8 5-1
1A 6 Fuhgeddaboudit 3.00 3 6-1
2 1 Royal Whisper 12.00 3.1 6-1
3 3 Goodnightngodbless 6.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 Bourbon Wildcat 2.50 4.5 9-1
6 7 I’m Gittin There 10.00 5.5 10-1
1 2 Beneath the Stars 3.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 The Paddock Pastor 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Longbranch Lou 2.50 1.5 3-1
2 2 Italian Symphony 2.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 Hanksdiviningrod 20.00 4.4 8-1
7 7 General’s Duty 6.00 5.6 10-1
1 1 Always Fun 12.00 6.3 12-1
3 3 Mario’s On Point 12.00 6.7 13-1
8 8 Without Pretence 15.00 8 15-1

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.