Delaware Park Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, August 15, 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 Flat Lucky 1.50 1 2-1
2 2 Lookin for Justice 5.00 1.6 3-1
1 1 Bold Medication 5.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Hollywood Closeup 12.00 3.1 6-1
3 3 Boca Guy 2.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Runnin Joke 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Rolly 4.00 1 2-1
1 1 Storm Cat Eyes 2.50 1.1 2-1
4 4 Foe 12.00 2.6 5-1
7 7 Golden Al 3.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Marine Patrol 10.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Your Legacy 12.00 6.1 12-1
2 2 Lilengthatcould 15.00 8.4 16-1
6 6 Outwork U 8.00 8.8 17-1
3 3 Toady Hopper 8.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Between Dreams 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Gavichi 2.50 2 4-1
2 2 Fancy Princess 3.50 2 4-1
6 6 Boca Royalty 4.50 4 8-1
1 1 Afleet Diva 6.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Ritaan 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Specialagentjonson 6.00 1 2-1
1 1 Dark Dutchess 4.50 4.8 9-1
8 8 Grand Park View 8.00 5.1 10-1
7 7 Secret Saturday 3.50 6.6 13-1
5 5 Is It Five 15.00 7.4 14-1
4 4 Hot On Your Heels 12.00 8.4 16-1
10 10 Bengal Cat 8.00 8.6 16-1
9 9 Gallant Creek 20.00 10.6 20-1
14 14 Office Corruption 2.50 SCRATCH
12 12 I Wanna Rock 20.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Darvesh 1.80 SCRATCH
11 11 Art’s Last Dance 20.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Heavy Equipment 1.50 SCRATCH
13 13 Southern Pass Time 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Big Brown Shoes 6.00 1 2-1
4 4 Red Devolution 3.00 3 6-1
2 2 Shanghai Superfly 2.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Starstreet 12.00 4.8 9-1
6 6 We B Shackin 6.00 5.6 11-1
8 8 Yo Nessroundonkern 15.00 5.9 11-1
5 5 Dr. Rusty Raymond 15.00 6 11-1
7 7 Alta Fox 15.00 6.1 12-1
9 9 Minxzhippsdontleye 8.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Social Love 3.50 1 2-1
3 3 Iron Lady 6.00 1 2-1
6 6 Rose Gold Candy 8.00 1.6 3-1
10 10 Dear Louise 4.00 1.8 3-1
8 8 On a Summer Day 2.50 2.1 4-1
9 9 Winning Streep 8.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Grand Empress 8.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 No Need to Ask 8.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Feel the Bolt 8.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Xochil 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Wickline 1.50 1 2-1
4 4 Willow Creek Road 6.00 3.1 6-1
2 2 Excitable Boy 1.80 3.7 7-1
3 3 Confiscated 4.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 Lord Berrier 15.00 5.2 10-1
5 5 Prince of Iron 12.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Reckless Kelly 6.00 1 2-1
1 1 Nicky Jolene 8.00 2.4 5-1
5 5 White Heat 12.00 2.5 5-1
4 4 My Girl Ginger 6.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Little Nutter 15.00 4 7-1
7 7 Sweet Summer Love 5.00 4.6 9-1
8 8 Mya C 10.00 5.1 10-1
2 2 No Walk Inthe Park 15.00 6.6 12-1
9 9 Forest Fuel 4.50 SCRATCH
10 10 Duela Dent 3.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Wesley Thomas 1.80 1 2-1
7 7 Russian Hammer 2.50 3.6 7-1
6 6 Ray’s Gone Astray 3.50 4.2 8-1
4 4 Big Tone C 12.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 Badbadbobby 6.00 5.5 10-1
2 2 Wemby 8.00 5.5 10-1
3 3 Devine Flameaway 15.00 7 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.