Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Friday, December 20, 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 Lady Cheryl’s Song 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Beautiful Mischief 3.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Majestic Tornado 6.00 2.8 5-1
2 2 Over Doer 4.00 4.6 9-1
1 1 Railey Jean 8.00 5.5 10-1
5 5 China 15.00 6 11-1
7 7 Secret Rocket 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Calabrian Queen 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 Lady of Devon 2.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Funtimegirl 3.50 3.9 7-1
4 4 Cinco Gal 6.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Weather Map 10.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 Donna Lirica 5.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 Saberfight 8.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Zing 3.50 1 2-1
8 8 Rain 6.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Honorary Guest 4.50 2.5 5-1
7 7 Katie’s Karat 8.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 Crystal Crescent 15.00 5.6 11-1
2 2 Be a Bandit 2.50 7.1 13-1
5 5 Mila’s Kat 6.00 7.2 14-1
1 1 Midnight Trip 8.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Ells 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Itellyouthefacts 8.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Peanut N Ike 12.00 2.5 5-1
2 2 Run Carlos 4.00 3 6-1
7 7 C F Henry 1.80 6.1 11-1
6 6 Chiefweave 10.00 6.6 12-1
1 1 Play Master 5.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Lucky Moon Dog 6.00 1 2-1
6 6 Reddingandlee 2.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Apriority Avenger 3.50 3 6-1
8 8 Jays Holiday 5.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Jamaican Me 10.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Classic Warrior 10.00 6 11-1
2 2 Jimmie’s Halo 6.00 7.7 14-1
5 5 Holiday Diamond 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Cajun Ami 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Purrrfect Rhythm 4.00 1.4 3-1
6 6 Titanium Deal 3.50 1.5 3-1
8 8 Deal With It Daddy 6.00 1.6 3-1
2 2 My Pal Sweet 10.00 1.9 3-1
7 7 Lexington River 10.00 4 8-1
3 3 Slew City Henry 6.00 4.5 9-1
4 4 Baileys Bro 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Dream Trap 4.50 1 2-1
7 7 Sikara Sikara 1.60 1.7 3-1
4 4 Agami 3.50 4.2 8-1
6 6 Akiane’s Soldier 8.00 5.2 10-1
3 3 The Rage of Art 6.00 5.8 11-1
5 5 Lady Be Gone 10.00 6.9 13-1
2 2 Mschitchattour 15.00 7.1 13-1
8 8 Lacis Jewel 15.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Tennessee Moon 1.60 1 2-1
8 8 Katies Factor 8.00 4.8 9-1
5 5 Triple Scout 10.00 5.1 10-1
2 2 Full Spirit 12.00 5.5 10-1
9 9 Love of My Heart 4.50 5.9 11-1
7 7 Rosy Edge 12.00 6 11-1
4 4 Tiz a Country Girl 6.00 6 11-1
1 1 Tenacious Lady 6.00 7.4 14-1
3 3 Fasted 15.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Sharp Charlie 4.50 1 2-1
7 7 Prizeless 6.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Copter 8.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Adieu Aces 3.00 2.8 5-1
10 10 Flower Cat 12.00 3.1 6-1
8 8 Alterana 12.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Sparkin 15.00 4.9 9-1
9 9 Heza Priority 10.00 5 9-1
5 5 Bad Brad 15.00 7 13-1
1 1 Speightful One 3.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Daddy’s Finest 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Prix de West 5.00 2.7 5-1
8 8 Catalina Day 8.00 2.7 5-1
9 9 I’m a Night Train 15.00 3 6-1
10 10 Natural High 4.50 4.1 8-1
2 2 Tucker the Grump 20.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 Lacey’s Kat 12.00 4.8 9-1
1 1 Still On the Books 6.00 4.9 9-1
6 6 Windtapper Win 10.00 5.4 10-1
4 4 Cali Kinetic 6.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Cadillac Cowboy 12.00 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.