Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, April 17, 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
4 4 Blast Radius 1.40 1 2-1
8 8 Lou the Body 3.00 3 6-1
1 1 Gemstone Warrior 15.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Easier Said 5.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 Antillean 15.00 5.2 10-1
7 7 He’s a Daredevil 3.50 6 11-1
3 3 Orb Alpha 30.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Venezuelan Flower 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Drama 6.00 1 2-1
6 6 Bohemian 4.00 1.2 2-1
1 1 Goldie Glory 8.00 1.6 3-1
5 5 Willow Case 20.00 1.7 3-1
2 2 Mythical 1.60 1.7 3-1
11 11 Ruth the Moabitess 20.00 1.8 3-1
4 4 Tosca 15.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 A Rose for Skyler 30.00 2.3 4-1
10 10 Deborahaprophetess 20.00 2.6 5-1
8 8 Instapurchase 30.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Rumpus in Paradise 3.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Travel Happy 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Bayernee 4.50 2 4-1
2 2 Reassess 8.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Party Shaker 3.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Vayesta 3.50 4 8-1
3 3 West Bank 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Fluffy 15.00 1 2-1
1 1 Onemorsilverdollar 5.00 1.1 2-1
5 5 Game Changer Jolie 3.50 1.6 3-1
7 7 Collective Nation 4.50 1.9 4-1
2 2 Made in Kuwait 4.00 2.9 5-1
4 4 French Bob 2.50 5.4 10-1
3 3 Let’s Dance Again 10.00 5.9 11-1
8 8 Coeur Douloureux 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 World Traveler 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Smart Spending 3.00 1.2 2-1
4 4 Love Her Lots 1.80 1.3 2-1
5 5 Strand of Gold 3.50 2.8 5-1
6 6 Amazin Queen 10.00 4.4 8-1
3 3 Starry Hope 20.00 5.4 10-1
1 1 Band of Roses 30.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Admiral Nelson 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 Migratory 6.00 1.3 3-1
7 7 Senor Money 10.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Mohawk River 4.00 2.9 5-1
9 9 Deputy Tramon 30.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Grim Reaper 4.50 3.9 7-1
6 6 Jamaica Redd 20.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Let Loose Louie 30.00 4.5 9-1
4 4 Adversary 3.50 6.2 12-1
1 1 Areacodefiveoone 5.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Amor Y Control 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Fortuna Belle 10.00 2 4-1
9 9 Glitter Up 12.00 3.1 6-1
3 3 Mywifeknowsitall 2.50 3.3 6-1
2 2 Bodacious Bren 6.00 4 8-1
6 6 David’s Rose 4.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Moanas Power 30.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Baby Blocks 20.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Ipanema Princess (IRE) 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Attending 3.00 1 2-1
10 10 Evelyn Louise 2.50 3.4 6-1
6 6 Michaela 20.00 3.8 7-1
8 8 Miss Banks 6.00 4.8 9-1
7 7 Anacapri 12.00 4.8 9-1
3 3 She’s Chloe 4.50 4.8 9-1
2 2 Starship Elation 12.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Spirit of Jamaica 15.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Marz Eatoats 20.00 6.4 12-1
9 9 Happy Snappy 8.00 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.