Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, October 10, 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
6 6 Running Ragged 3.50 1 2-1
7 7 Bella’s Boss 12.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 Mardi Gras Mambo 4.50 3.5 7-1
10 10 Hawija 2.50 3.6 7-1
2 2 Seitan 15.00 7.5 14-1
5 5 He’s Ready to Win 8.00 7.7 14-1
8 8 Imperial Dynasty 6.00 8.8 17-1
1 1 Brother Ryan 15.00 8.8 17-1
3 3 Warrior and a Half 10.00 10 19-1
9 9 My First Deal 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Yakety Yak 3.00 1 2-1
4 4 One More Sleep 4.00 1.9 4-1
2 2 Gotta Deal 12.00 2.5 5-1
5 5 Dee’s Legs 10.00 3.5 7-1
8 8 Tucker the Grump 12.00 3.6 7-1
10 10 Avery’s Gem 5.00 4.8 9-1
11 11 Cool Ride 20.00 5.1 10-1
7 7 C F Henry 8.00 5.4 10-1
9 9 Zapaway 15.00 6.3 12-1
3 3 Styling Hook 10.00 8.8 17-1
6 6 Saucy Argument 6.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Gran Chico 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Hold My Hat 4.50 1 2-1
4 4 Deelitesandimsum 8.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Distinctly Golden 6.00 3.8 7-1
8 8 Water Tester 3.00 4.3 8-1
2 2 Yakety Yock 5.00 4.5 9-1
1 1 Deal Em Justice 15.00 7.2 14-1
9 9 Cajun Mitole 8.00 7.3 14-1
10 10 C F Spunie Style 10.00 7.8 15-1
3 3 My Special Star 15.00 8.2 15-1
6 6 V Cut 12.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Dubaian Money 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Jess’s Rainbow 8.00 1 2-1
7 7 Honorary Guest 2.50 1 2-1
10 10 Mschitchattour 6.00 4.1 8-1
5 5 Ryan’s Grace 10.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Lily’s Creed 4.00 4.9 9-1
9 9 Tolatetoowait 6.00 7.6 14-1
8 8 Agami 20.00 7.8 15-1
4 4 Lacis Jewel 20.00 8.9 17-1
6 6 Miz Jameson 5.00 9.1 17-1
1 1 Cozzolani 20.00 10 19-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Prado’s Priority 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Wild Bert 10.00 1.1 2-1
5 5 India Ink 6.00 1.4 3-1
7 7 Sharp Charlie 5.00 1.9 4-1
3 3 Geaux Sugar 3.50 1.9 4-1
4 4 Brahms Boy 12.00 3.6 7-1
6 6 Mud On My Boots 15.00 5 9-1
9 9 Bayou Beaux 15.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Rum ‘n Tonic 12.00 SCRATCH
10 10 Astrologysprotege 10.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Butchy Boy 20.00 1 2-1
6 6 Contrabandist 3.50 1.1 2-1
5 5 Mischievous Smile 8.00 1.1 2-1
8 8 R Y d’Oro 1.40 1.5 3-1
4 4 Indian Cat 6.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Map of Donegal 5.00 6.5 12-1
1 1 Does Not Compute 12.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Greatizlove 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Stephanie’s Maria 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Bling It K K 15.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 Sthepanie Princess 12.00 2.5 5-1
6 6 A Lil Psychotic 2.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Takeover Queen 10.00 4.1 8-1
4 4 Day for the Gray 8.00 4.8 9-1
2 2 Pulpit’s Dream 6.00 5.9 11-1
1 1 Miss Leona 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Kokomo Starlet 4.50 1 2-1
3 3 Stolen Bullet 8.00 2 4-1
1 1 Short Stack 3.50 2.7 5-1
5 5 Quiet Melody 15.00 4.5 8-1
6 6 Special Feature 12.00 4.6 9-1
7 7 Sarah in the House 6.00 5.6 11-1
9 9 Secretly Sweet 20.00 5.9 11-1
4 4 Midnight Cigarette 10.00 6.1 11-1
2 2 Lil Lilah Ann 20.00 6.9 13-1
12 12 Miss Mo Tom 20.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Miz Mastery 2.50 SCRATCH
11 11 Secret Tee 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.