Pick 4 Results
On Thursday night, May 28, 2026, the Pick 4 draw in Illinois produced a notable return: 1516 after 8679 days of absence. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 10,000 draws, the gap registers as a clear deviation in timing that merits documentation in the historical record.
Winning numbers for 2 draws on May 28, 2026 in Illinois.
Draw times: Evening, Midday.
Our take on the Pick 4 results
May 28, 2026Pick 4 report — Thursday night, May 28, 2026: 1516 returns after 8,679 days
On Thursday night, May 28, 2026, the Pick 4 draw in Illinois produced a notable return: 1516 after 8679 days of absence. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 10,000 draws, the gap registers as a clear deviation in timing that merits documentation in the historical record.
Overview
On Thursday night, May 28, 2026, the Pick 4 draw in Illinois produced a notable return: 1516 after 8679 days of absence. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 10,000 draws, the gap registers as a clear deviation in timing that merits documentation in the historical record.
A Long-Awaited Return
A gap of 8679 days places 1516 in the low-frequency tail of the distribution. The exact prior appearance date is not available in this view, but the duration alone signals an extended absence.
Combo Profile
The digits in 1516 cover a moderate range (1 to 6) with a repeated digit.
Why Droughts Matter
Deep gaps are descriptive, not directional - they show where spacing departs from typical cadence. They provide a clean read on long-run variance.
Data Notes
The method: this report documents the recorded draws for Thursday night, May 28, 2026 with reference to historical frequency baselines. It is context-focused, not predictive.
From Stepzero
Importantly: this reporting is built to keep the long-horizon record steady as a stable reference point. The aim is a trustworthy record.
Additional Context
Record-keeping at scale becomes the foundation for analysis. Each outcome, whether typical or unusual, contributes to the stability and clarity of the long-run picture. Context improves with scale. As more draws accumulate, isolated anomalies either normalize into baseline rates or reveal persistent deviations that warrant closer monitoring.
Adding to the Long-Term Record
Over the long run, this draw adds one more entry to the cumulative record. The record gains clarity as entries accumulate.