Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, December 12, 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 Valtesse 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Lady Hopper 4.00 1.2 2-1
2 2 Itsnotmyjob 3.50 1.7 3-1
4 4 Dianna’s Jet 6.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 Bet On Bourbon 10.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Lunch Lady 15.00 5.6 11-1
8 8 Aunt Irene 20.00 7 13-1
5 5 Bitsy C C Lil Girl 8.00 8.9 17-1
1 1 Starbuck Luck 10.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Pegaso 3.50 1 2-1
8 8 Chad’s Flashy Ways 2.00 2.5 5-1
1 1 Louisiana Luca 6.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Star Apriority 4.00 4.4 8-1
5 5 Mariachi Man 8.00 4.5 9-1
4 4 Blesseduponastar 8.00 5.4 10-1
7 7 Target Ready 15.00 7.1 13-1
3 3 Tee’s Zong 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Bitsy’s Star 2.50 SCRATCH
10 10 Bellamy Brother 3.50 2.4 4-1
2 2 Iron Fortune 4.50 2.4 5-1
7 7 Astrology Wonowon 8.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 Louisiana Bargain 10.00 4.1 8-1
9 9 Kat’s Soldier 15.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Magic Bind 12.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 Frenetic Day 6.00 5.5 10-1
1 1 Berndt Marshmallow 20.00 8.2 16-1
11 11 Native Requite 6.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Kah Nigh 8.00 SCRATCH
8 8 R T’s Cajun 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Tiz Donegal 1.80 1 2-1
7 7 First Class Harlow 3.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Lil Sweet Thang 8.00 4.5 8-1
3 3 Mayheminthepalace 4.00 4.6 9-1
5 5 Briartown 8.00 4.8 9-1
2 2 Red Idol 8.00 6.5 12-1
1 1 Inchhighatahundred 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 She Smiled At Me 3.00 1 2-1
9 9 Hidden Love 4.50 1.2 2-1
2 2 Beulah K 6.00 1.3 2-1
7 7 Aspen Link 4.00 2.4 5-1
1 1 Lexington Diva 6.00 3.2 6-1
8 8 Nownowdancer 12.00 6.4 12-1
5 5 Sparkle City 15.00 SCRATCH
10 10 Gogo Bobbyjo 10.00 7.5 14-1
4 4 Ragazza 15.00 9.2 17-1
6 6 Bye Bye Big Baby 15.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Steel Argument 4.00 1 2-1
7 7 Mokings 3.00 1.4 3-1
4 4 Infinitesimal 4.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 A Million Stars 8.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 Midnight Halo 2.50 5.8 11-1
5 5 Chad’s Flash 15.00 6.2 12-1
1 1 Bet Again 12.00 7.3 14-1
8 8 Throwin’ Shade 10.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Wings Like Eagles 2.50 1 2-1
10 10 Molto Vino 5.00 3.8 7-1
8 8 You Have No Idea 6.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Double Gem 20.00 5.5 10-1
3 3 Mrs. Macomber 8.00 5.6 11-1
9 9 Molli Way 8.00 6.5 12-1
7 7 Baileys Shot 15.00 6.6 12-1
5 5 Quiet Melody 20.00 7.9 15-1
4 4 Run Dreaming 10.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Bella Carmelina 12.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Circle Up 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Night Stick 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Dewclaw 3.50 1.1 2-1
3 3 Friendly Hint 6.00 2.8 5-1
10 10 Seitan 5.00 3.6 7-1
8 8 Sonny’s Nelson 12.00 3.7 7-1
7 7 Texas Cactus Jack 12.00 5.6 11-1
6 6 Keep Up the Pace 15.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 Postup 20.00 5.7 11-1
4 4 Irish Billy 15.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Wow Bubble 2.50 SCRATCH
11 11 Pea Eye 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.