Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, January 15, 2025

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
Clay Soldier 0 0-1
4 4 Look Like It 2.50 1 2-1
9 9 Demar’s Legacy 3.00 1.7 3-1
1 1 Yooou Know 20.00 3.1 6-1
3 3 Minxy 3.50 3.2 6-1
6 6 Clay Soldier 12.00 4 8-1
2 2 Bubbly Champagne 4.50 4.2 8-1
5 5 Classic Diva 8.00 4.5 8-1
8 8 Moor Strength 30.00 5.3 10-1
7 7 Delightful Dixie 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Rancho Vista 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Daddy’s Queen 12.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Happy Sunday 3.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Cicatriz 6.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Candy and Wine 1.80 4.4 8-1
6 6 Princess Claudia 15.00 4.4 8-1
7 7 Dawn’s Mist 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Stewball 5.00 1 2-1
8 8 Knock Knock Joke 4.50 2.1 4-1
1 1 Spurious 15.00 2.1 4-1
7 7 Replevin 2.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 Max N Fifo 10.00 3.5 7-1
5 5 New York New York 2.50 3.9 7-1
3 3 Old Marsh 20.00 5.7 11-1
2 2 Lex’s Game 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Knox 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Pirate Radio 8.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 Thingsrgettinharry 20.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Sixteen Cigarettes 3.50 3.8 7-1
1 1 Flatter Me 6.00 3.9 7-1
5 5 Rowdy Jess 30.00 5.1 10-1
7 7 Secret Lover 1.60 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Carrington 1.80 1 2-1
6 6 Cha Cha Chukka 4.00 2 4-1
5 5 Gimme Mo Baby 5.00 2.6 5-1
7 7 Jayana 20.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Seekingbythestorm 30.00 3.1 6-1
8 8 Miscreant 3.50 3.4 6-1
4 4 Mobay Princess 6.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Tinta Roja 8.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Spirited Boss 1.80 1 2-1
4 4 Grade A 2.50 2 4-1
5 5 Win After Win 3.50 3.2 6-1
3 3 Starship Vengeance 6.00 4.5 9-1
7 7 Brittany’s Way 5.00 5.4 10-1
2 2 I Stand Collected 15.00 5.7 11-1
6 6 Chosen Factor 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 I’m a Lucky Man 1.60 1 2-1
8 8 High Strike 10.00 3.6 7-1
7 7 Lace Up 3.50 3.7 7-1
3 3 David’s Songs 3.00 4.1 8-1
4 4 Austonian 6.00 5.5 10-1
5 5 Imapeppa 12.00 6.3 12-1
2 2 Cacique Abarrio 15.00 6.3 12-1
6 6 Severance 20.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Beastly Speed 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 W W Candy 3.50 3.5 7-1
3 3 Improptude 4.50 3.7 7-1
6 6 Belts ‘n Brooks 6.00 4.3 8-1
7 7 Raging Fury 3.00 4.3 8-1
2 2 Roar Ready 10.00 5.6 11-1
8 8 Call the Cavalry 15.00 6.2 12-1
5 5 Yorkville 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 I’m Due 4.50 1 2-1
10 10 Dazzle A. P. 3.00 1.4 3-1
7 7 Rashid 8.00 1.9 4-1
2 2 Maldini 4.00 3.6 7-1
11 11 Bolt to Run 15.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Imperatus 15.00 3.8 7-1
8 8 El Chispazo 15.00 4.7 9-1
9 9 Keene Pike 20.00 5.9 11-1
4 4 Senor Money 20.00 6.1 12-1
5 5 Solo Me 30.00 7.8 15-1
3 3 War Warrior 2.50 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.