Laurel Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, August 2, 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 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Gata Brazil 3.50 1 2-1
3 3 Social Love 6.00 1.6 3-1
1 1 Rodina 1.80 1.7 3-1
8 8 Impetus Echo (GB) 4.00 2.2 4-1
5 5 Kisses for Kate 15.00 2.6 5-1
10 10 Margo’s Margarita 20.00 3.1 6-1
9 9 Diane Lee 5.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 Feel the Bolt 30.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 Radiant Tones 30.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Complexity Jane 2.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Ego Man 1.40 1 2-1
2 2 Bandits Heart 10.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 Island d’Lite 4.00 4.9 9-1
3 3 Aequor 3.50 4.9 9-1
5 5 John Hall 10.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Captain Cardo 3.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
Mr. Hustle 0 0-1
5 5 Eldest Son 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Mr. Hustle 2.50 2.8 5-1
1 1 Tee At One 12.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Crisper 5.00 4 8-1
2 2 Storm the Court 4.50 4 8-1
4 4 It’s Viper 6.00 6.8 13-1
7 7 Goodbye Note 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Lottie Deno 1.20 1 2-1
1 1 Stormy Irish Lass 3.50 2.6 5-1
5 5 Lance’s Smile 6.00 3 6-1
6 6 Bond’s Belle 2.50 3.1 6-1
2 2 Lucky Honey 20.00 3.9 7-1
7 7 Margaret P 12.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 Sweet Honey Bee 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Romantic Story 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Queen of the Dance 6.00 1.8 3-1
5 5 Fivecommatwo 4.00 3 6-1
3 3 Lady Mosler 6.00 3.6 7-1
9 9 Singalong 4.50 3.9 7-1
6 6 Arrogates Dream 12.00 4.3 8-1
11 11 Once an Eagle 6.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Osa 20.00 6.7 13-1
7 7 Velvet Vixen 30.00 6.8 13-1
4 4 She’sallatwitter 15.00 7.3 14-1
12 12 Mary Katherine 3.50 SCRATCH
2 2 Grammy Girl 2.50 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Joya Del Sur 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Our Liberty Belle 3.50 2.8 5-1
1 1 Bourbon Wildcat 2.50 3 6-1
7 7 Stop the Cap 8.00 3.3 6-1
4 4 Sultry Sally H 30.00 4.5 9-1
8 8 Six the Hard Way 15.00 4.8 9-1
3 3 The Haunted Room 30.00 5.1 10-1
5 5 Tara’s Talent 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Sweeterthanwhiskey 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Gift of Gab 10.00 1.5 3-1
8 8 Lady Serenity 2.50 2.3 4-1
4 4 Lilly Simone 3.50 3.1 6-1
1 1 Wonder Girl 5.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 Nuwanda 12.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 The Amazing Mizzen 20.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 Bondiva 8.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 What Does It Take 4.00 1 2-1
5 5 Armando R 2.00 2.2 4-1
2 2 Your Analysis 4.50 2.3 4-1
1 1 Frightland 6.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Tops the Chart 15.00 4 7-1
6 6 Search Engine 1.80 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Magnolia Wind 1.60 1 2-1
8 8 Gingersraceday 2.50 2.1 4-1
7 7 T C Neigh 4.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Any Fools Gold 20.00 4.4 8-1
5 5 Grace in Excess 30.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Go Wally Go 20.00 5.7 11-1
6 6 Peach Blossom 30.00 6.5 12-1
2 2 Nearly a Lady 8.00 6.7 13-1
9 9 Best Beloved 10.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Ful of Shenanigans 15.00 SCRATCH

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.