Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks for Friday, March 22, 2024

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 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
Western Power 0 0-1
5 5 Fast Chaz 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 All That Glory 2.50 2.1 4-1
6 6 Western Power 12.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Metro 1.60 5.4 10-1
3 3 We’re in Trouble 4.00 5.8 11-1
1 1 J B Strikes Back 12.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Prancingthruparis 1.60 1 2-1
5 5 Back On Track 3.00 3.1 6-1
3 3 Putt for Dough 2.50 3.8 7-1
1 1 Petit Filet 10.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Bella Vienna 3.00 5 9-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Fast Giselle 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Gypsy King 2.00 1.4 3-1
1 1 Neon Lights (IRE) 5.00 1.8 3-1
3 3 Incredible Shot 8.00 1.8 3-1
2 2 Kimmer 15.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 Magnificent Ride 15.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Del Mar Jerry 2.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Whimsical Heir 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Fiamina 2.50 1.1 2-1
4 4 Ryder’s Candy 3.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 C Her Beauty 6.00 3.8 7-1
1 1 Donita Rose 4.00 5 9-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Maxville 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Bert’s Prospect 1.60 2.2 4-1
5 5 Run Bryce Run 6.00 2.4 4-1
8 8 Defensor Fortis 12.00 3 6-1
1 1 Toppers Wager 20.00 3.6 7-1
3 3 Rhino 6.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 Hot Legs Romolo 3.00 4.6 9-1
7 7 Thegingerbreadman 50.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Lisa’s Nonno 1.40 1 2-1
1 1 Big Novel 2.00 2.1 4-1
5 5 Professors’ Pride 4.00 4.5 9-1
3 3 Belleo’s Forest 8.00 4.8 9-1
2 2 Gila 4.00 5 9-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Tom and Jazzy 5.00 1 2-1
10 9 Red Cross Knight 4.00 1.5 3-1
1 1 Rodrigoknows 8.00 1.7 3-1
2 2 Dick Best 6.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Moogie Son 3.50 2.4 4-1
7 6 Worse Read Sanchez 20.00 2.5 5-1
8 7 Hapi Hapi 50.00 SCRATCH
9 8 Ferrariano 6.00 4.2 8-1
6 5 Enjoy It Strait 3.00 4.5 9-1
5 98 Bronko Nagurski 0.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 5 Hardmoneymuchachos 3.00 1 2-1
5 4 Dark Marcus 2.50 1.8 3-1
1 1 Tapit Down 20.00 2.5 5-1
9 8 Sense 4.00 3 6-1
4 3 Fast Investment 12.00 3.8 7-1
2 2 Thank You Honey 10.00 4.7 9-1
8 7 Dangerous Game 6.00 5.2 10-1
7 6 Chrome to Riches 4.00 SCRATCH
3 98 Running for Cosi 0.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Marinas Tina (IRE) 5.00 1 2-1
1 1 Weemissgrammy 3.00 3.1 6-1
4 4 No Way It’s Today (GB) 12.00 3.8 7-1
2 2 Adelie (IRE) 2.50 4 8-1
5 5 Princess Snow 6.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 Ankyrah 6.00 5.9 11-1
7 7 English Danger 8.00 8.9 17-1
8 8 Asian Matriarch 12.00 9 17-1
9 9 Deficit Maja 15.00 9 17-1

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.