Get the full Handicapper Report, AI picks, expert analysis, and more with a Pick Pony subscription!
Pick Pony Handicapper Report — Evangeline Downs | November 12, 2026
Fast track expected throughout the evening. Inside-to-middle posts favored at sprint distances; post 1–3 carries a strong statistical edge in the 870-yard Thoroughbred route. Randy Jr. Edison is the standout jockey on the card; Gilberto Rosales is the most active trainer.
Race 1 | 220 yards | Maiden Special Weight | 6:35 PM
Lynns Sweet Angel (6) is the top selection from a workable post as co-favorite, with Water Lily (7) the equal threat sharing top billing. Tf Five Bar Honey (4) is the preferred secondary from an ideal post and offers the best exacta value underneath the co-favorites; Lezzas Train (5) is a trifecta inclusion at 6-1.
Race 2 | 300 yards | Maiden Claimer $5,000 | 7:00 PM
Is Leavin Hot (4) is a likely single from the center post in a thin six-horse field. The Boopaloo Cartel (2) is the main threat with an excellent post and the top jockey up; Mda Swift Bar (3) fills out the trifecta from post 3.
Race 3 | 220 yards | Optional Claimer $15,000 | 7:25 PM
Train Dash (4) is the best bet of the night — Edison from the ideal post at 4-1 while both co-favorites carry post vulnerabilities. Leaving You Loco (5) is the top co-favorite with a central post and a sharp trainer; Yoda (7) at 6-1 with Cabrera is the top overlay and trifecta anchor.
Race 4 | 300 yards | Claimer $5,000 | 7:50 PM
Hes Guilty (3) is the most reliable single on the card, pairing the meet's top trainer-jockey combination with the ideal post. Seperate Parish (2) is the main danger from post 2; Ms Apolitical Ivory (1) is the same-barn secondary at 4-1 and rounds out the trifecta.
Race 5 | 870 yards | Restricted | 8:15 PM
Cosino Rogue (3) is the top selection as morning line favorite with a clean post and competent route handler. Fireballs Deluxe (1) is a compelling alternate single at 3-1 given the strong rail bias in EVD routes; B The Vision (7) at 4-1 and Curlin Coal (8) at 5-1 are trifecta fill options if the pace collapses.
Race 6 | 350 yards | Allowance $23,500 (Feature) | 8:40 PM
Your Wagon Or Mine (1) is the top pick from the ideal inside post in the 10-horse feature. Pr Apollitical Dash (4) at 4-1 from post 4 is the best overlay among the top three given Ace Fortunes N Eagle (10) faces a severe post disadvantage at 3-1 and should be faded in exacta play. Blue Blizzard (2) at 5-1 and Sl Something (6) at 12-1 with Edison are the trifecta/superfecta inclusions.
Race 7 | 300 yards | Claimer $10,000 | 9:05 PM
Gambling Girl (4) is a confident closer for the card — Edison from post 4 for the meet's most active trainer. One Sweet Tap (2) is the primary danger from post 2; Rh Marie Flash (7) at 4-1 and Twobit Sassy Firefly (5) at 5-1 for Rosales are the trifecta inclusions worth using.
Before wagering, check the Latest Race Scratches, Changes, and Conditions post for any last-minute scratches or race changes.
Unlock the full Handicapper Report and enjoy all Pick Pony membership perks!
