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Woodbine Horse Racing Picks for Friday, May 16, 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
5 5 Houlihan 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Scary Boo 3.00 1.8 3-1
1 1 Stormy Ocean 8.00 3.6 7-1
6 6 Powaqa 8.00 4.8 9-1
4 4 Six for a Nine 6.00 6.2 12-1
3 3 Ecliptical Ladybug 3.50 6.8 13-1
7 7 No Visor 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Linda’s Opal 4.50 1 2-1
3 3 Tentomidnight 1.60 1.6 3-1
5 5 Zipfire 3.00 2.6 5-1
6 6 Scat Humor 8.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Sultry Sophie 6.00 2.7 5-1
2 2 Let’s Be First 10.00 2.9 5-1
7 7 The Scarlet Tiara 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Purr Factor 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Our Flag Flying 2.50 1.3 2-1
4 4 Sarah’s Dancer 3.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Holiday With Amy 8.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Moral Turpitude 8.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 That Girl Artemus 6.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Mamba On Three 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Determined Fury 4.00 2.3 4-1
2 2 Spite Store 4.50 3.2 6-1
6 6 Truebelieve 10.00 3.5 7-1
5 5 Highland Society 3.00 3.6 7-1
3 3 Master Spy 6.00 5.5 10-1
7 7 Dream On Baby 12.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Mizzen Ash 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Gizmo’s B F F 1.80 2.5 5-1
8 8 Foolish Games 4.00 3 6-1
4 4 Cefalo 8.00 4.2 8-1
7 7 Pluie d’Avril 10.00 4.5 8-1
5 5 Hot Omelet 15.00 5.1 10-1
1 1 Ashcar Nellie 20.00 6 11-1
6 6 Gabby Squared 12.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Trip Aces 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Rideau Hall 3.50 2.2 4-1
6 6 Special Session 1.80 2.9 6-1
4 4 Nycely 8.00 5 9-1
2 2 Gun Fire 6.00 5 9-1
5 5 Watsonville Red 15.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 She Makes a Point 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 War Painter 2.00 1.5 3-1
2 2 Saccharine 6.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Aspen Dawn 4.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Swinging Mandy 8.00 4.8 9-1
5 5 Voice From Above 20.00 5.9 11-1
7 7 Flying Black 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Moet Monet 8.00 1 2-1
1 1 Mrs. Hot Shot 2.50 2.7 5-1
8 8 Laughing Out Loud 6.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Tatoosonmysoul 12.00 3 6-1
4 4 Beaumont Drive 3.50 3.2 6-1
3 3 Wild Queenie 3.00 4.5 8-1
7 7 Thatsitthatsall 8.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Spirit O’Tipperary 20.00 8 15-1

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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