Pimlico Horse Racing Picks for Monday, May 29, 2023

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
3 3 Ladro Di Fichi 1.80 1 2-1
5 5 Lovely Liza 4.00 4.5 8-1
1 1 My Boss 4.50 4.5 9-1
6 6 Fivecommatwo 12.00 5.4 10-1
2 2 Willful Desire 6.00 5.7 11-1
4 4 I Have Courage 4.50 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Cosmicality 3.50 1 2-1
8 8 Willow Wood 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 Husband Material 4.00 1.6 3-1
4 4 Ballyhoo Prince 6.00 2.2 4-1
5 5 Roan Burgundy 8.00 3.9 7-1
3 3 My Mamba 15.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Tulchan 3.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Strong Finish 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Devil Pays in Gold 1.20 1 2-1
2 2 Cocktail Dreaming 3.00 1.9 4-1
1 1 Mo Co Gold 1.60 2.2 4-1
5 5 Maria From Miami 20.00 4 7-1
4 4 Naughty Nan 20.00 4.4 8-1
3 3 Sweet Shugs 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Bomboloni 5.00 1 2-1
4 4 Valiant Vinny 3.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 E J’s Revenge 15.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Bourbon Currency 3.50 3.6 7-1
8 8 Boss Is a Pal 6.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Papal Law 5.00 3.9 7-1
5 5 Amedeus Music 8.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 Heads Or Tails 8.00 5.9 11-1
9 9 Just Go With It 50.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Honor the Fleet 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Northern Thunder 4.00 4.2 8-1
2 2 Antipoison 3.00 4.5 9-1
6 6 Forloveofcountry 4.50 5.3 10-1
5 5 Shoot Themessenger 8.00 6.6 12-1
1 1 Jasontakeslong 12.00 6.8 13-1
3 3 Badger Tooth 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Hard Traveler 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Royal Velvet 1.80 2.4 4-1
4 4 Occasional Moon 4.50 2.5 5-1
2 2 Sig 3.50 3.1 6-1
6 6 Meno 30.00 5 9-1
1 1 Blame B B 12.00 5 10-1
8 8 Sjo Americanempire 30.00 7.1 13-1
5 5 Bustermartin Brown 20.00 7.8 15-1
9 9 King Joey 20.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1A 3 Semper Fi 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Naked and Famous 6.00 1.5 3-1
6 7 Air Token 2.50 2.7 5-1
3 4 Gallant Gold 8.00 3.3 6-1
5 6 Youngest of Five 2.00 SCRATCH
1 1 City Rage 2.50 SCRATCH
4 5 Great Days Ahead 10.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Spa City 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 Galerio 2.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Ain’t Da Beer Cold 5.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Everett’s Song 6.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 Double Crown 4.50 4.6 9-1
7 7 Southern District 6.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Tappin Cat 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Bourbon Ready 2.00 1 2-1
8 8 Kenner 2.50 1.3 2-1
5 5 Star Shopping 3.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 Golquist 4.50 1.8 3-1
4 4 Bodyslam 10.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Super Jordan 12.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 Thank Ya Pete 20.00 4.8 9-1
1 1 Landon Jack 2.00 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.