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Belterra Park Picks & Predictions — June 27, 2026

Saturday, June 27, 20268 racesBelterra Park

It's a comfortable Saturday afternoon at Belterra Park — partly cloudy skies and 77°F make for ideal racing conditions on an all-dirt card. Eight races are on the schedule today, ranging from maiden claimers to allowance company, and there's enough variety here to keep both casual fans and serious players busy from first post to last.

The dirt looks to be in solid shape under these mild conditions, which should reward horses with clean early foot and straightforward running lines. Keep that in mind as you work through the card — surface consistency today means speed figures are likely to translate, and pace scenarios should play out closer to form.

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Race 1

4:35 PM EDT

Maiden Claiming · 1 mi 70 yd · Dirt

A maiden claiming mile opens the card with a clear TrackWiz ratings standout at the top, though the pace scenario through 1 mile 70 yards could lend itself to a late-running upset from the middle of the pack.

win2Onyx OutlawML 8/5

Onyx Outlaw owns the field's top TrackWiz rating at 89.12 — a significant gap over the rest — and draws the 2-post for a clean trip around two turns. Trainer John Alexander Ortiz puts him out at 8/5 on the morning line, suggesting the barn has confidence. With an avg speed figure of 52 matching several rivals but the highest composite rating by a wide margin, Onyx Outlaw looks like the class of this maiden field. Jockey H. Luke Hoskins should be able to sit a comfortable stalker trip and pounce in the stretch.

place4The FormML 7/5

The Form (No. 4, Dylan Machado up) carries a solid 67.77 rating and matches Onyx Outlaw's avg speed figure of 52, which gives him a legitimate shot to run second or better. Posted at 7/5 morning line — actually the shortest price on the board — the public clearly respects this one, and trainer William D. Cowans has him ready to fire. His rating edge over the rest of the field outside our top pick makes him a logical place inclusion in exactas.

show5Bluegrass DomainML 7/2

Bluegrass Domain packs the field's best avg speed figure at 53, one tick above several rivals, and comes in at a generous 7/2 morning line. Trainer Robert C. Cline and jockey Santiago Gonzalez are a recognizable local combo, and at that price there's show value here. His 67.67 rating slots him firmly in the top half of this field, making him a sensible third-place candidate and a key exotics piece.

Race 2

5:05 PM EDT

Claiming · 6 1/2 fur · Dirt

Three horses are tightly bunched on avg speed figures in this 6.5-furlong dirt claimer, but a big rating gap separates the contenders from the also-rans — making pace scenario the key to sorting it out.

win3Mighty MoML 9/5

Mighty Mo is the standout here, posting a TrackWiz rating of 88.83 and a career win percentage of 20% — the best in this field by either measure. Trainer Larry E. Smith sends him out at 9/5 on the morning line, and Yarmarie L. Correa — one of the more active riders on the circuit — gets the call. His avg speed figure of 53 slots just below the three-way tie at 54, but the rating gap more than compensates. A 20% career win rate in claiming company signals a horse who knows how to finish.

place2LitigantML 2/1

Litigant (No. 2) brings a 14% career win rate and a 72.52 TrackWiz rating, sitting comfortably second in the field on both counts. Trainer Gerard Ochoa places him at 2/1 on the morning line — fair value for a horse who consistently runs close to the number. Santiago Gonzalez in the irons is a plus, and matching the field's top avg speed figure of 54 suggests he'll be competitive on raw pace.

show5Tom's SpiritML 3/1

Tom's Spirit rounds out our top three with a 70.69 rating and a 13% career win clip, both respectable figures in this claiming spot. Oscar Villarreal rides for trainer Hugo Andrade, and at 3/1 morning line there's enough value to include him in trifectas. His avg speed figure of 54 matches the top runners, so if the pace falls apart he's got the raw numbers to close into a check.

Race 3

5:35 PM EDT

Maiden Special Weight · 6 fur · Dirt

A maiden special weight sprint over six furlongs sees a clear top-rated entrant from trainer Robert C. Cline, but an interesting class dynamic develops behind the favorite — including a couple of debut runners that could catch the field off-guard.

win5SciotoML 8/5

Scioto (No. 5) sits at the top of the TrackWiz ratings chart with an 89.12 score — the highest mark in this maiden field — and comes out of the barn of Robert C. Cline, who also saddles the second pick. Yarmarie L. Correa rides, and this jockey-trainer combo clearly has firepower on the card today. Posted at 8/5 morning line, Scioto's rating edge is significant enough that this looks like a legitimate favorite to respect, not fade.

place1Son of a G QML 7/2

Son of a G Q (No. 1) is an intriguing place play — his 71.59 TrackWiz rating is the second-best in the field, and Guillermo Rodriguez has been active in the Belterra winner's circle. Also trained by Robert C. Cline, who brings two horses to this race, both carry stable confidence. At 7/2 morning line, Son of a G Q offers place value that makes him a logical exacta partner with stablemate Scioto.

show2Black RiverML 5/2

Black River (No. 2) brings the field's top avg speed figure at 53 — one tick above the 52 cluster — which is a meaningful edge in a sprint for maiden special weight runners. Rafael Mojica, Jr. gets the mount for trainer Jake S. Radosevich, and his 5/2 morning line suggests the public is on board. If his early pace translates to a sustained effort, he's plenty capable of holding show position in a field without many proven quantities.

We're unlocking the first three races for everyone today. Onyx Outlaw opens the card in a maiden claimer going a mile and 70 yards — that extra ground after the mile marker can be a real differentiator in maiden company, and our rating of 89.12 puts this one at the top of the card. In Race 2, Mighty Mo draws our attention in a 6½-furlong dirt sprint among claimers — a sharp morning line of 9/5 suggests the market respects this one too, and our analysis lines up. Then Scioto closes out the free tier in an MSW (Maiden Special Weight — open maiden races for horses that have never claimed a purse) at 6 furlongs, also grading out at 89.12. Three solid plays to anchor your day before you even get to the premium card.

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Race 4

6:05 PM EDT

Maiden Special Weight · 5 fur · Dirt

An all-maiden, all-debut five-furlong sprint with no published speed figures — this one is a genuine puzzle, and the ratings are tightly compressed, so trainer form and jockey experience take on extra weight.

win5Maddy's FuryML 5/2

Maddy's Fury (No. 5) tops our TrackWiz ratings at 57.5 — tied with Black River from Race 3 but leading this particular field — and trainer Timothy E. Hamm is double-enrolled in this race, which often signals stable confidence. Laureano Sosa gets the call at a 5/2 morning line price that reflects the public's respect for this entry. With no speed figures available for any runner, the rating edge and trainer intelligence are our best guides here.

place3Dr RileyML 3/1

Dr Riley (No. 3) holds a 56.67 TrackWiz rating, just a hair behind our top pick, and trainer Pavel Matejka places him at 3/1 — fair odds for a horse sitting this close to the top on composite metrics. Oscar Villarreal, one of the more dependable riders at this meet, handles the mount. In a debut sprint with compressed ratings, the slight edge in the morning line and a competent jockey make Dr Riley a strong place contender.

show6Bea BoldML 7/2

Bea Bold (No. 6) is the second Hamm trainee in this race alongside Maddy's Fury, and when a barn sends two horses into the same debut sprint, both deserve attention. Her 55.83 rating sits solidly in the top half of the field, and Yarmarie L. Correa — who is very busy on today's card — pilots her at 7/2. Including both Hamm trainees in your exotics is a reasonable strategy when the stable clearly feels it has live horses.

Race 5

6:35 PM EDT

Maiden Special Weight · 1 1/16 mi · Dirt

A maiden special weight route at 1 1/16 miles features a hidden gem at the top of the TrackWiz ratings posted at a generous 5/1, while the morning-line favorite sits mid-pack on our metrics — suggesting some real betting value in this race.

win2TurnbuckleML 5/1

Turnbuckle (No. 2) carries the field's highest TrackWiz rating at 84.17 and is posted at 5/1 on the morning line — a price that significantly underestimates his composite profile relative to rivals. Trainer Dana Hancock sends him out with Laureano Sosa aboard, and the route distance at 1 1/16 miles should suit a horse whose rating suggests longer-term form. He's our top pick precisely because the morning line creates a value discrepancy that's hard to ignore.

place6Brahms HaloML 3/1

Brahms Halo (No. 6) posts an 83.26 TrackWiz rating — within a whisker of Turnbuckle — but is priced at 3/1 on the morning line, making him the second choice on paper. Santiago Gonzalez rides for trainer Mike R. Smith, a pairing worth noting in route maiden company. His avg speed figure of 52 matches most of the field, and his near-identical rating to our win pick makes him the ideal exacta partner.

show4Music TheoryML 2/1

Music Theory (No. 4) is the morning-line favorite at 2/1, yet our analysis slots him third — an interesting divergence worth flagging for bettors. His 56.34 rating sits well below Turnbuckle and Brahms Halo, but Oscar Villarreal's experience and public confidence could keep him competitive. At 2/1 there's limited show value, but he's the safe inclusion for conservative exotics coverage given his favorite status.

Race 6

7:05 PM EDT

Maiden Special Weight · 5 fur · Dirt

Fortune King enters this maiden sprint with a dominant ratings advantage and the highest avg speed figure in the field — but an open morning line and several debut unknowns mean the exotic possibilities underneath could get interesting.

win7Fortune KingML 2/1

Fortune King (No. 7) leads this field with a 85.01 TrackWiz rating and the top avg speed figure at 55 — a meaningful edge in a five-furlong dash where early pace matters enormously. Trainer Sergio Donjuan puts him at 2/1 on the morning line, and Orlando Mojica, Jr. takes the mount. That combination of the field's best speed number and highest composite rating in a sprint is a profile we strongly respect, and the 2/1 price is fair given the evidence.

place6The Ace ProjectML 3/1

The Ace Project (No. 6) posts a 56.67 TrackWiz rating — second-best in the field — and shares a trainer with today's win pick from Race 4, Timothy E. Hamm, who is clearly active on this card. Yarmarie L. Correa rides once again, reinforcing the stable's confidence in this entry. At 3/1 morning line, The Ace Project is a logical place bet and exacta component behind the dominant top selection.

show5Star of BethlehemML 4/1

Star of Bethlehem (No. 5) rounds out our top three with a 55.0 rating that ties her at the third-best mark in this field, and trainer Jose Orantes sends out Agustin Gomez at a 4/1 morning line. No avg speed figure is published for this one, which adds a layer of uncertainty, but the composite rating holds up well against the field. In a race where the top two have clear advantages, Star of Bethlehem is a reasonable show play and trifecta leg at a price that offers some return.

Race 7

7:35 PM EDT

Allowance · 6 fur · Dirt

This six-furlong allowance sprint features a pair of closely matched top contenders separated by less than six rating points, with the morning-line favorite sitting third in our metrics — a classic case of public money chasing a name while the value hides elsewhere.

win5EmmalleneML 4/1

Emmallene (No. 5) tops our TrackWiz ratings at 85.62 and checks in at 4/1 on the morning line — excellent value for the field's highest-rated runner. Trainer Mike R. Smith sends her out with Santiago Gonzalez in the irons, a sharp combo in the allowance ranks. Her avg speed figure of 54 ties the field's best, and her 10% career win rate, while modest, comes in open allowance company — context that matters. The value angle here is real: 4/1 on a horse our model rates first overall in a competitive spot.

place4Papas LadyML 9/5

Papas Lady (No. 4) is the public's choice at 9/5 morning line, and it's easy to see why — a 20% career win rate is the best in this field, and trainer William E. Morey clearly has her ready. Yarmarie L. Correa rides, and her 80.31 rating is a strong second behind our top pick. She's a deserving place selection, and bettors looking to box an exacta with Emmallene at a combined value price should find this worthwhile.

show1Code of ValorML 7/2

Code of Valor (No. 1) brings a 14% career win rate and a 66.46 TrackWiz rating — third-best in the field — and trainer Frank Lucarelli places him at 7/2 on the morning line with Guillermo Rodriguez up. His avg speed figure of 54 ties the top runners, so raw pace isn't an issue. At that price and with his consistent record, Code of Valor is a logical show play and trifecta anchor for players building tickets around Emmallene and Papas Lady.

Race 8

8:05 PM EDT

Allowance Optional Claiming · 1 mi 70 yd · Dirt

The day's feature is a wide-open allowance optional claiming route around two turns, with our top-rated runner carrying a massive ratings gap over a nine-horse field — but a pair of high-win-percentage closers lurking below the radar could complicate the exotics.

win8Personal CreedML 5/2

Personal Creed (No. 8) is the clear standout on TrackWiz ratings at 87.81 — well clear of everyone else in this nine-horse field — and backs that up with a 25% career win rate that speaks to consistent performance at this level. Trainer Claude L. Brownfield III sends him out at 5/2 on the morning line with Yarmarie L. Correa taking the mount; Correa is riding a significant book today and clearly has live horses. In a route at 1 mile 70 yards, a horse with this ratings profile and win percentage at a fair morning line price is exactly the kind of wager TrackWiz analysis is designed to surface.

place9Blazing BurroughsML 3/1

Blazing Burroughs (No. 9) is a fascinating place play: a 32% career win rate is the second-highest in this field, and his avg speed figure of 54 is among the best on the board. Trainer Larry E. Smith — who also appears prominently earlier on the card — posts him at 3/1 with Yarmarie L. Correa in the irons. Wait — note that Correa is listed on both No. 8 and No. 9 per the card data; jockey assignments may be revised at the gate. Either way, the horse's underlying profile is strong: nearly one-in-three lifetime starts produce a win, and that kind of consistency makes him a genuine place threat.

show4Kamaina CruiserML 5/1

Kamaina Cruiser (No. 4) sneaks into our show position with a 16% career win rate — solid in this field — and a 49.28 TrackWiz rating that, while lower than the top two, represents a consistent mid-pack performer. Trainer Karyn Wittek puts Jann N. Hernandez up at 5/1 on the morning line, offering genuine exotics value. In a nine-horse field with pace dynamics spread across two turns, a dependable horse at 5/1 rounding out the trifecta is well worth including.

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Today's best bets start with Onyx Outlaw, Mighty Mo, and Scioto in the free races — all three graded out at or near the top of our model. If you want the complete picture, including Turnbuckle's value case and our exotic ticket recommendations for the back half, the full analysis is waiting for subscribers. Good luck at the windows today.

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