Delaware Park Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, August 8, 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 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 West Side Girl 6.00 1 2-1
4 4 Divine Exchange 3.50 2.6 5-1
2 2 Ambitiously Placed 1.80 3.3 6-1
3 3 Sweet Heidelberg 8.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 Heleonortiz 8.00 5.9 11-1
1 1 Salagadoola 2.50 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Sippin’ Time 8.00 1 2-1
5 5 Vino From Ernies 1.80 1.5 3-1
4 4 Saint Devereaux 2.50 3.3 6-1
2 2 Jet Spin 8.00 5.5 10-1
3 3 Chillow 6.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 Keep It Safe 3.50 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Afraidofthebunny 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Awesome Flay 8.00 1.1 2-1
1 1 Court Contender 4.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Style Me Royal 2.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Winged Foot 8.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Silver Style 6.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 Disturbed 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
Turbo Millie 0 0-1
10 10 Singleberylbourbon 4.50 1 2-1
7 7 Chez Soleil 12.00 1.4 3-1
9 9 Turbo Millie 12.00 3.2 6-1
6 6 Little Nutter 12.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Mary Katherine 3.50 SCRATCH
3 3 La Crema 8.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Fullmoonmagic 3.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Mya C 10.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Symphonys Overture 10.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Wonderfulvenezuela 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 It’s Game Time 6.00 1 2-1
9 9 Jayjaydee 10.00 1.2 2-1
4 4 Doin’ittherightway 3.50 1.5 3-1
5 5 Clubman 10.00 2.4 4-1
7 7 Walk Away Joe 3.00 2.7 5-1
1 1 Musical Heart 4.50 2.9 5-1
3 3 Swift Tap 6.00 3.1 6-1
8 8 Heffner 12.00 5.2 10-1
2 2 Staff Sergeant 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Peyton Elizabeth 1.50 1 2-1
11 11 Makemebelieve 15.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 Louise Brooks 4.50 4.4 8-1
1 1 Mo Tough 6.00 4.8 9-1
5 5 Beach Island 12.00 7.3 14-1
6 6 Memphis Showboat 3.50 SCRATCH
8 8 Respectfully 8.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Saratoga Gaze 6.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Katies a Lady 2.50 SCRATCH
3 3 Bali Kuta 10.00 SCRATCH
4 4 That’s My Cat 20.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Disco Ball 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Don’t Wait Up 4.00 1.5 3-1
3 3 Noble Gaston 8.00 2.5 5-1
6 6 Double Edge Sword 10.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 Final Shot 6.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Rock On Luke 15.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Take Charge Too 10.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Take a Hint 3.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Storm Cat Eyes 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Heavy Equipment 1.80 1.3 2-1
5 5 Golden Al 3.00 2.1 4-1
7 7 Foe 6.00 2.7 5-1
1 1 Marine Patrol 12.00 3.6 7-1
3 3 Code Name Chance 8.00 4.5 9-1
4 4 Your Legacy 8.00 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.