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Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, May 9, 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
1 1 Cajun Anthem 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 It’s Only Words 1.20 1.6 3-1
5 5 Kiss Cam 4.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 For the Thrill 5.00 3.2 6-1
4 4 The Isabel Astray 20.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Starship Legend 30.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Xenon 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Fighting Words 4.50 1 2-1
9 9 Theo’s Thunder 3.00 1.8 3-1
6 6 Flat Cap 6.00 2.8 5-1
10 10 Last Shall B First 30.00 4.2 8-1
3 3 Gentleman Caller 20.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Heretickle 4.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Inmortal J 8.00 5.1 10-1
7 7 God Is Life 12.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Back in Business 3.50 SCRATCH
5 5 Temperature Rising 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Sneaky Sneaky 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 Corso’s Pick 5.00 1.6 3-1
2 2 Bucchero’s Dude 12.00 2.5 5-1
7 7 Smokin Jack Flash 5.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Culminate 4.50 3.7 7-1
5 5 Front End 4.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Grand Joker 3.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Mi Amore 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 Mobay Princess 4.50 2.7 5-1
2 2 Dontmesswithtess 6.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 Carrington 1.60 4.5 9-1
4 4 Sassy Allie 2.50 4.8 9-1
5 5 Puckered 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Christensen 10.00 1 2-1
3 3 Alpha Blue 6.00 1.4 3-1
11 11 Star of the Beast 6.00 2.5 5-1
5 5 Mintenon 3.00 2.6 5-1
9 9 Frisson 8.00 2.9 5-1
4 4 Lukas Prince 20.00 3.1 6-1
1 1 Sterling Harmony 12.00 3.6 7-1
10 10 Granitiansevensix 8.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 Saint No More 20.00 3.7 7-1
8 8 Don’t Answer 20.00 4.2 8-1
7 7 Blue Spearman 4.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Forever Now 2.50 1 2-1
3 3 Our Souper Hero 3.00 1.1 2-1
2 2 Wearebackyoungman 2.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Valiant Winter 4.50 3.3 6-1
1 1 Excuses 6.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 Layabout 20.00 5.6 11-1
7 7 Trillion Town 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Miguel’s Belle 4.00 1 2-1
3 3 Madness 2.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Noble Dreamer 1.80 2.8 5-1
7 7 Patty’s Having Fun 3.50 4.8 9-1
4 4 Red Hot Spark 15.00 5.8 11-1
5 5 Foxy Lady 20.00 6.1 12-1
2 2 No Action 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Patrick’s Promise 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Iron Hand 2.50 1.8 3-1
5 5 Krioyo 5.00 2.6 5-1
1 1 Miss Mary Nell 3.50 3.8 7-1
2 2 Formulate 6.00 4 7-1
4 4 McKellen 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Corta Fuego 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Meistersinger 6.00 1.5 3-1
9 9 Shace Sloane 3.00 1.9 4-1
8 8 Proud American 12.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Bad Obsession 4.50 4.1 8-1
7 7 Johnny Notime 30.00 5.3 10-1
10 10 Risk Factor 8.00 6.6 12-1
3 3 Power From Above 20.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Flag Officer 8.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Develop Product 20.00 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.

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