Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, December 5, 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 Hardly Mischievous 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Mumblebee 12.00 3.2 6-1
2 2 Cashew 6.00 4 7-1
5 5 Zing 3.50 5.2 10-1
7 7 Courtly Doc 5.00 5.6 11-1
8 8 Nora’s Legacy 8.00 6.6 13-1
3 3 Midnight Trip 6.00 6.9 13-1
1 1 Be a Bandit 15.00 9 17-1
6 6 Mschitchattour 15.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Adios Carlos 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Calibrachoamatters 1.80 2.4 5-1
6 6 Cajun Cyclone 4.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Back Bayou 6.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Cabochon Treasure 6.00 5.8 11-1
2 2 Truvy’s Bandit 8.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Canal St. Cupid 2.50 1 2-1
9 9 Toms Lucky Mo 12.00 4.4 8-1
8 8 Witchology 4.50 4.4 8-1
3 3 Trips to Win 3.50 5.6 11-1
6 6 Dixie’s Astro 8.00 6.3 12-1
4 4 Astroneer 10.00 6.4 12-1
5 5 Zong’s Favor 10.00 7.6 14-1
7 7 Due We Dare 6.00 7.9 15-1
1 1 Mo Courage 15.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Snow Flurry 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Dylan’s Dream 6.00 4.3 8-1
8 8 Flathead Finale 4.00 4.7 9-1
4 4 High Donna 20.00 4.9 9-1
9 9 Imma Going to Win 8.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Altar Girl 10.00 6 11-1
6 6 My Idea 15.00 6.3 12-1
7 7 Day for the Gray 5.00 7 13-1
5 5 Good by Faith 6.00 7.1 13-1
10 10 Charged Up Rose 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Raise the Alarm 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Girl Likes Bling 3.50 1.3 2-1
5 5 Sheza Hot Storm 6.00 3 6-1
3 3 Hopeshecanrun 5.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Tdz Corrienda Star 10.00 3.5 7-1
7 7 Maximum Moxie 8.00 3.5 7-1
8 8 Mydealoftheday 15.00 6.8 13-1
6 6 Little E 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Moion 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Tensas Lu Lu 4.50 2.9 6-1
7 7 Madelyn’s Hit 3.50 3.5 7-1
8 8 Gotteminabind 20.00 3.8 7-1
1 1 Cajun Catalina 2.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Suzy Doll’s Ready 8.00 5.2 10-1
9 9 Dolly’s Guitar 8.00 6.1 11-1
3 3 Hot Patootie 20.00 8.6 16-1
4 4 Miss Target 12.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Iron in the Fire 4.00 1 2-1
1 1 Donegal Factor 2.00 1.3 2-1
7 7 Life Is a Banquet 8.00 1.6 3-1
5 5 Get Them Justin 4.50 4.5 9-1
3 3 My Buddy Mel 12.00 5.3 10-1
2 2 Race Driver 8.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Hyperbolist 3.50 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Cupcake Cowboy 3.50 1 2-1
9 9 Distorted Math 4.00 2.5 5-1
6 6 Knight’s Gold 5.00 3.4 6-1
3 3 Muncle 8.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 B D Primary Ours 10.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 Red On the Head 8.00 4.8 9-1
4 4 A Fool for Carlos 20.00 6.8 13-1
7 7 Janet’s Brother 5.00 7 13-1
1 1 Impressive Bidder 20.00 7.3 14-1
8 8 Cajun Country 10.00 7.5 14-1
11 11 Forest Beast 20.00 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.