Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks for Monday, January 20, 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 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Ocala Kid 4.50 1 2-1
4 4 Running Spartan 2.50 1.2 2-1
7 7 Crazy Cavalier 3.00 2.2 4-1
6 6 English Icon 10.00 4 8-1
5 5 Mr Fabricator 12.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Annan 20.00 5.9 11-1
2 2 Arabian Flirt 30.00 7.9 15-1
9 9 Sand Bagger 20.00 8.8 17-1
10 10 Mr. Leasure 3.50 8.8 17-1
3 3 Come On Buddy 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Harney Lane 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Happy Chappy 3.50 2 4-1
8 8 Candyinthemorning 2.50 3.8 7-1
4 4 Icy Mischief 12.00 5.2 10-1
7 7 Fly South 15.00 5.3 10-1
3 3 Topper’s Chieftess 4.00 6.1 11-1
2 2 Above the Fold 10.00 6.6 13-1
6 6 Spread the Risk 10.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Leyas Candy 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 Joint Venture 4.50 2.4 4-1
2 2 Coolwind 8.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Ready to Pounce 5.00 2.7 5-1
5 5 Touchdown Brown 1.60 2.9 5-1
7 7 Taishan 5.00 5.2 10-1
1 1 Mongolian Max 20.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 A Votre Sante 10.00 1 2-1
3 3 It’s a Factor 20.00 1.1 2-1
7 7 Lazlo 2.50 1.8 3-1
6 6 Earned Not Given 1.40 3.1 6-1
8 8 Thirsty Vision 15.00 3.2 6-1
2 2 Typhoon Tommy 30.00 3.3 6-1
4 4 Dynodave 3.50 SCRATCH
1 1 Noble Minded 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Greatful Attitude 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Roses R Blue 2.50 1.5 3-1
7 7 Crystal Proof 6.00 1.7 3-1
4 4 Topanticipation (GB) 20.00 2.2 4-1
9 9 Pondergating 20.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 Magic Wanderer 12.00 4.5 9-1
5 5 Sahara Sue 12.00 4.6 9-1
8 8 Queen of the Track 12.00 4.7 9-1
10 10 Funky Grey 20.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Lion’s Lair 3.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Lamporghini 8.00 1 2-1
1 1 Long Mayshe Reign 3.50 1.5 3-1
4 4 Princess Midnight 6.00 2 4-1
7 7 Uffda 10.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Red Diamond 20.00 3.6 7-1
5 5 Ms McWhinney 2.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 Big Celebration 12.00 4.5 9-1
6 6 Activated (IRE) 3.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Liquid Spirit 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 A Kitten for Sue 10.00 1.4 3-1
1 1 Thirsty in Vegas 6.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 Thirsty Mama 3.50 3.1 6-1
4 4 Knightwithlouis 4.50 4 7-1
8 8 Rythem Girl 20.00 6.2 12-1
2 2 Princess Daddy 4.00 7.4 14-1
9 9 Faithful Truth 15.00 8.3 16-1
5 5 Chilean Bride 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Makenarita 12.00 1 2-1
11 11 Preem 8.00 1.4 3-1
10 10 Firenze Flavor 5.00 1.8 3-1
2 2 Kitty Marren 4.50 2.1 4-1
8 8 Pura Vida Princesa 2.00 2.5 5-1
5 5 Footnote 6.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 Big Leap 15.00 2.9 5-1
4 4 Calmate 8.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Lila 10.00 3.4 6-1
9 9 Watershed Moment 12.00 6.1 12-1
7 7 Cause I’m Perfect 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Navy Man 1.80 1 2-1
6 6 Saltwater Cowboy 5.00 3 6-1
4 4 Last Call London 10.00 3.1 6-1
7 7 Lone Scout 6.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 Duran 6.00 3.9 7-1
5 5 Eastbound 20.00 4.2 8-1
10 10 Bowtie Boys 8.00 5 10-1
9 9 Honeymoon Suite 12.00 5.1 10-1
8 8 Dark Marcus 20.00 5.7 11-1
2 2 For A Laugh (IRE) 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
12 12 Chasingserendipity 10.00 1 2-1
8 8 Jubilant Joanie 0.60 1.3 2-1
1 1 J and M Express 12.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Derrygoolin 20.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Beauty N the Bolt 5.00 3 6-1
10 10 Sunglasses (GB) 15.00 3.7 7-1
9 9 Chamaville 20.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Tura Lura 12.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Zeyaraat 12.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Highlands 20.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Putt for Dough 30.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Leopardess (GB) 15.00 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.