Delta Downs Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, February 13, 2025

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
7 7 Debbies Passage 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Tiz Sweet Candy 3.00 1.7 3-1
2 2 Marina 4.50 2.3 4-1
5 5 Scrapbook 6.00 3 6-1
6 6 Summertime Bandit 10.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 Starbuck Luck 5.00 4.3 8-1
3 3 Rain 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Dashyns Dream 6.00 1 2-1
4 4 Triple L’s Cutter 1.60 1.9 4-1
1 1 Crystal Crescent 12.00 2.6 5-1
8 8 Cashew 3.50 2.7 5-1
5 5 Be a Bandit 4.50 4 8-1
7 7 Byzantine 8.00 4.2 8-1
3 3 Lacis Jewel 15.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 Mschitchattour 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Captivating Boy 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Midnight Fire 8.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Hezakoolkat 6.00 4 8-1
4 4 Drivehappy 6.00 4 8-1
9 9 Perfect Edge 5.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 My Buddy Mel 15.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 India Ink 4.00 4.6 9-1
1 1 Autumns Strong Man 10.00 5.8 11-1
8 8 Doublediamond Deal 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Canal St. Cupid 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 True Crimson 15.00 1.3 2-1
1 1 Red Idol 4.50 1.5 3-1
9 9 Hawaiian Argument 15.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Cabro Toro 10.00 3 6-1
8 8 Main Dude 10.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Midnight Halo 4.00 4.1 8-1
11 11 Chief Kimosabi 20.00 5.1 10-1
10 10 Jimmie’s Halo 6.00 5.1 10-1
2 2 Heza Sexy Zong 5.00 5.4 10-1
7 7 Run On Aces 20.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Apriority Avenger 3.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Miss Target 4.00 1 2-1
7 7 Emily’s Bullet 6.00 2 4-1
1 1 Uno Pea 10.00 2.3 4-1
2 2 Steel Guitar 3.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Molto Vino 2.00 6.2 12-1
3 3 Chickietown Star 15.00 6.6 12-1
5 5 Diamond Deal 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Mosquito Fleet 10.00 1 2-1
6 6 Venn 4.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 Northernreflection 8.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 Home Visit 5.00 5.7 11-1
3 3 Beauregard 10.00 5.7 11-1
7 7 Seven Bridges Road 2.00 6.2 12-1
9 9 All Together 20.00 6.3 12-1
5 5 Ranch Water 8.00 8.1 15-1
1 1 Mr. Faversham 20.00 9.7 18-1
10 10 Moro Mafia 12.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Ready to Purrform 4.00 1 2-1
6 6 Life Is a Banquet 5.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Lauri’s Wish 8.00 2.4 4-1
2 2 Winston Wolf 1.80 2.7 5-1
7 7 Solidify 3.50 3.4 6-1
4 4 Fiesty Fist 15.00 3.6 7-1
1 1 Sono 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Acesanddiamonds 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 E R’s Mireya 3.50 1.7 3-1
7 7 Magical Deal 4.50 2.2 4-1
11 11 Niceproblemtohave 20.00 4.4 8-1
3 3 Aubree’s Halo 20.00 4.6 9-1
5 5 Delta Delicious 15.00 5.2 10-1
6 6 Sassi Jolie 6.00 5.8 11-1
10 10 Dolly’s Harbor 12.00 6.5 12-1
2 2 Glossy Kate 20.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Miss Daahen 10.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Hot Shot Shopper 8.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Broke Draw 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.