Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, October 18, 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
9 9 Astrology Girl 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 R T’s Cajun Lady 2.00 1.3 2-1
11 11 Betonya 12.00 5.1 10-1
1 1 Long Shot Louise 4.50 5.3 10-1
2 2 Maximum Moxie 8.00 6.3 12-1
7 7 Real Deal Ryan 6.00 6.4 12-1
8 8 Dontforgetrdreams 15.00 7 13-1
3 3 Apriority Girl 15.00 7.5 14-1
4 4 Chickietown Star 20.00 8.1 15-1
10 10 Charged Up Rose 20.00 9.4 18-1
5 5 Sister Chloe 15.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Hopeshecanrun 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Need Some Money 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Longleggedlaverne 3.00 1.8 3-1
2 2 Cajun Aces 8.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Blue Ridge Queen 4.50 4.2 8-1
7 7 Mayapretty 10.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Miss Charlie Gras 8.00 SCRATCH
1 1 No Cost 6.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Money Kingdom 4.00 1 2-1
10 10 Rayden and Remi 2.50 1.3 2-1
1 1 Sweet Talkin Slick 12.00 2.4 4-1
4 4 Onemotime 8.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Sonny’s Nelson 10.00 5 9-1
2 2 Cajun Coaster 10.00 5 9-1
3 3 Louisiana Boss 8.00 5.8 11-1
6 6 Beach Trippin 5.00 6.4 12-1
9 9 Me Promesa 15.00 7 13-1
8 8 Romeo Spikes 15.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Lucky’s Secret 12.00 1 2-1
9 9 Four Dice 4.00 1.1 2-1
10 10 G’s Storm 8.00 1.5 3-1
7 7 Lucky Moon Dog 4.50 2.1 4-1
8 8 Pure Malice 2.50 2.4 4-1
3 3 Jacked 8.00 3 6-1
5 5 Dr. Snyder 6.00 3.2 6-1
2 2 Run On Aces 20.00 4 8-1
6 6 J’s Little Man 15.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Priced Right 20.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Forsaken 8.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Byathread 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Street Art 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 Rifey 6.00 1.1 2-1
3 3 Get Witt Gone 6.00 1.2 2-1
2 2 Golden Quality 4.00 1.3 2-1
7 7 Charming Charlie 12.00 1.3 2-1
6 6 Birthday Party 8.00 2 4-1
8 8 Gottatakehimto 15.00 5 10-1
4 4 Red N Wild 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Ground Control 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Jet Rocket 3.50 1.3 2-1
8 8 Pip Squeek 6.00 2.1 4-1
5 5 Emilyhasherturn 8.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Clearly Creeps 15.00 3.6 7-1
7 7 Pat Hand Girl 10.00 4 7-1
9 9 Hot Patootie 15.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Sue’s Little Zing 8.00 5 10-1
1 1 Island Gold 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Old Homestead 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 Tape to Tape 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Lagoon 5.00 1 2-1
4 4 Highland Creek 4.50 1.4 3-1
2 2 Sir Sterling 8.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Peso in My Pocket 5.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Birdie Call 4.50 1 2-1
7 7 Ironit 8.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 R T’s Gem 5.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Girl Thirsty 12.00 5.7 11-1
9 9 Pickin Ana Grinnin 6.00 6.4 12-1
1 1 Alliaceous 6.00 7.1 13-1
8 8 Fort Polk 3.00 7.8 15-1
6 6 Crystal d’Oro 10.00 8.5 16-1
5 5 Red Whistle 8.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Don’t Be Bossy 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Abbey Cakes 6.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 St. Monica 6.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 Dr. Boo 3.50 3.8 7-1
5 5 La Lombriz 12.00 4.6 9-1
9 9 Honey Pat 5.00 5 9-1
8 8 Nanny’s Houdini 8.00 5.8 11-1
4 4 Quick Bite 15.00 6.3 12-1
1 1 Dolly’s Harbor 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.