Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, May 10, 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
2 2 Free and Humble 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Annie’s Joy 4.50 2.3 4-1
6 6 Idessia 2.50 3.5 7-1
7 7 Corporal Violette (IRE) 10.00 4.9 9-1
4 4 Port Ellen (IRE) 6.00 5 9-1
5 5 Quaria Thunder 12.00 6.2 12-1
1 1 Montjica (FR) 3.50 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Bronko Nagurski 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Big Bet 2.50 2.9 5-1
7 7 Hermelinda’s Fancy 4.50 3.4 6-1
6 6 Six Hot Grands 8.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Fast Service 3.50 4.9 9-1
4 4 Uplift 10.00 6.1 12-1
2 2 Doris Avenue 8.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Clements Ride 4.00 1 2-1
5 5 Lead Pipe Joe 1.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Mr. Machupicchu 3.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 Stan From Malibu 10.00 4 8-1
2 2 Jaguar Jon 5.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 I Am Amadeo 30.00 5.4 10-1
4 4 Captain Willis 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Queen Girvin 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 Naida 3.50 1.4 3-1
1 1 Memosis 8.00 2.9 5-1
6 6 Full Moon Grazen 4.50 3.8 7-1
5 5 Nala 6.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Princess Daddy 5.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Sand to Sea 2.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Siren Lure S.) – Siren Lure S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Bran (FR) 1.80 1 2-1
2 2 Final Boss 5.00 2 4-1
3 3 Air Force Red 2.50 2.6 5-1
6 6 Lovesick Blues 4.00 3.5 7-1
1 1 Noble Reflection 6.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Eye On Ry 8.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Sierra Silver 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 Catch a Breeze 30.00 4.8 9-1
4 4 Cheever 2.50 6 11-1
5 5 Vasa 12.00 6.5 12-1
7 7 Legal Heir 6.00 6.7 13-1
2 2 Penalty Box 4.50 7 13-1
6 6 Southern Gentleman 4.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Miss Meagher (IRE) 6.00 1 2-1
9 9 Lovin’ On the Run 1.80 2.3 4-1
4 4 Petite Treat 5.00 2.6 5-1
6 6 Lady Maryann 3.50 4.9 9-1
7 7 Mucho Magical 8.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Misty Muppet 10.00 5.7 11-1
2 2 Blue Fashion 12.00 7 13-1
8 8 Lady of Sky 15.00 8.9 17-1
3 3 C’Mon Lets Switch 30.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Donttestyourluck 12.00 1 2-1
6 6 Momo’s Kiddo 8.00 1.2 2-1
3 3 My Bucket List 3.00 2.2 4-1
5 5 Golf Drama 4.50 2.3 4-1
2 2 Red On Sunday 20.00 3.8 7-1
8 8 Wicklow Hills 12.00 4.5 9-1
11 11 Big Don’s Smiling 6.00 5 10-1
1 1 Naughty Niko 30.00 5.8 11-1
9 9 North Country 30.00 6.8 13-1
10 10 Bobby’s Alibi 8.00 7.2 14-1
7 7 Divine Rascal 3.50 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Nikolina 1.60 1 2-1
6 6 Guitar Girl 20.00 2.4 5-1
5 5 Donttellourwives 4.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 A Friend of Mine 5.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Insolenta 6.00 5.4 10-1
8 8 East Boca Kibbutz 30.00 5.4 10-1
1 1 Perfect Smile 12.00 5.9 11-1
7 7 Moonlit Courage 8.00 6.1 11-1
3 3 Lead the Way Kay 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.