Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, December 13, 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
3 3 Astrology Girl 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Customerunhappy 3.50 2 4-1
9 9 Tarkington Girl 4.00 2.3 4-1
5 5 Sho Nuff 15.00 3 6-1
8 8 Kat’s Princess 6.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Gap Daddy 8.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Dee’s Lil Fool 15.00 5.3 10-1
6 6 Betonya 15.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Secretly Sweet 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Fire Sword 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Starburst 5.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Izzy’s Baby Boy 4.50 3.8 7-1
5 5 Affirm Chief 8.00 6.1 12-1
1 1 Hard to Come By 8.00 6.4 12-1
7 7 Dried Pepper 5.00 6.4 12-1
6 6 Calculated Luv 4.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Louisiana Boss 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Tap the Tequila 5.00 1.1 2-1
7 7 Yakety Yock 8.00 1.8 3-1
10 10 Deelitesandimsum 2.50 2.5 5-1
4 4 My Special Star 6.00 3.2 6-1
6 6 Bella’s Boss 15.00 3.6 7-1
9 9 My First Deal 20.00 6 11-1
1 1 Native Red 10.00 6.3 12-1
3 3 Game Port 10.00 6.6 12-1
8 8 Tommie’s True 20.00 8.1 15-1
11 11 Sweet Talkin Slick 6.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Piccolo Uomo 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 K R Power Storm 5.00 1 2-1
8 8 Mystic Hope 3.00 1.9 4-1
1 1 Summertime Peppers 6.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Mr. Texas Charm 10.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Lucas Zip It 15.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Loudermilk 6.00 4.3 8-1
7 7 Quick Zong 8.00 8.3 16-1
2 2 Happy Season 10.00 8.8 17-1
9 9 Patek 4.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Midnight Avenger 4.00 1 2-1
6 6 Grand Sam 2.00 2.3 4-1
8 8 We Call Him Doc 6.00 4.4 8-1
4 4 North of Bali 4.50 4.8 9-1
2 2 Zestiny 6.00 5.1 10-1
1 1 Country Hit 10.00 6.5 12-1
3 3 Unbridled’s Heir 12.00 7.9 15-1
7 7 Olympia Harbor 10.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Gotmy Mo Jo Workin 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 One Putt Richie 4.50 4.5 9-1
2 2 Lover Boy 3.50 4.8 9-1
4 4 Uptown Social 10.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Holy Bayou 6.00 5.5 10-1
5 5 Lode of Blarney 15.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 War Song 8.00 7.4 14-1
6 6 Black Candy 8.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Deal With Him 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 Colonel Barton 5.00 1.7 3-1
3 3 Empty Holster 6.00 3.1 6-1
6 6 Brilliant Colors 8.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 Ojitos 12.00 4.2 8-1
8 8 Hello Hello Mister 12.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 Gotta Deal 4.50 4.5 9-1
5 5 It’s a Bird 2.50 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Imperial Dynasty 4.00 1 2-1
6 6 Distinctly Golden 3.00 2.1 4-1
1 1 Big Rasee 2.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Ampitup 10.00 4.3 8-1
2 2 Regal Temple 5.00 4.7 9-1
4 4 Diamond Empress 6.00 5.9 11-1
7 7 Simoneaux Storm 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
11 11 Sammy Sam Sam 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Fern Spirit 5.00 2 4-1
8 8 Elwin 3.50 2.7 5-1
3 3 Gottotry Mischief 4.50 3 6-1
10 10 Dreamy Deal 6.00 3.3 6-1
7 7 Pitchatizzy 12.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 School Teacher 8.00 4 8-1
1 1 Trakas 6.00 4.4 8-1
4 4 Sigarra 12.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 R T’s Star 10.00 5.3 10-1
12 12 Won Bright Light 8.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Clever Race 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.