Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, August 8, 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 Mi Mitole Girl 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Nipsey 2.50 3.3 6-1
3 3 Running Hot 10.00 3.4 6-1
4 4 Lily Dash A 4.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Princess Honor 3.00 4.1 8-1
8 8 Practical Vale 20.00 4.4 8-1
5 5 Shaboujee 20.00 5.5 10-1
6 6 Poccetti 30.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Bayou Brigid 6.00 1 2-1
6 6 Willy Nilly 2.50 6.2 12-1
7 7 Miss Soothsayer 3.00 6.6 12-1
5 5 Brown Diamond 15.00 6.6 13-1
1 1 Serenity Path 20.00 6.8 13-1
10 10 That Police 20.00 8.5 16-1
2 2 Adsila 10.00 8.5 16-1
11 11 Remember 10.00 9 17-1
4 4 Velvet Rage 8.00 9.3 17-1
13 13 Mardel Mariel 30.00 SCRATCH
14 14 Perplexed 12.00 SCRATCH
12 12 Mi Amada 10.00 SCRATCH
9 9 She’s Trippin 30.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Caura 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Khoolzan 0.80 1 2-1
6 6 Baroquen Record 20.00 3.3 6-1
7 7 Fredericksburg 20.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Bullet Blues 5.00 3.9 7-1
1 1 Last Shall B First 8.00 4.5 8-1
3 3 Flat Cap 6.00 SCRATCH
2 2 El Mayo 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Lady Chance 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 Love Like Lucy 1.20 2.1 4-1
2 2 Decisive Maiara 15.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Vita Mia 6.00 4 8-1
7 7 Sweet Dream Lady 4.50 4.5 9-1
3 3 Grand Threat 10.00 4.9 9-1
6 6 Soda 6.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Nate the Great 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Clear Destination 3.50 3.5 7-1
9 9 Belly of Jelly 6.00 4.5 9-1
4 4 Speed Control 15.00 4.6 9-1
2 2 Baytown Parfait 20.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Cosmic Speculation 10.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Ironsides 4.50 6.2 12-1
8 8 Drunken Sailor 8.00 6.7 13-1
7 7 Mintenon 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Valiant Winter 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 Captain Eddie 5.00 1.3 2-1
4 4 Risk Factor 2.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Four Beach Friends 3.50 4.5 9-1
2 2 G Speedy 6.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Gators Reign 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Lightning Dust 12.00 1 2-1
5 5 Ellagio 4.50 1.2 2-1
7 7 Mean to Me 10.00 2.3 4-1
1 1 Evanora 2.00 3.1 6-1
2 2 Kiss Cam 12.00 3.1 6-1
3 3 Brenna 2.50 3.8 7-1
4 4 Just Take Notes 6.00 5.5 10-1
6 6 For the Thrill 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Smile Po 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Ihaveissues 8.00 1.5 3-1
2 2 Blond Jak 5.00 3.5 7-1
1 1 Back to Gridlock 3.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Garuda 1.80 4.1 8-1
3 3 Candy Buzz 15.00 4.2 8-1
7 7 Bianka Heart 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Bottomless Mimosa 4.00 1 2-1
4 4 Breezey Z 12.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 Chosen Factor 2.00 3.3 6-1
8 8 Playa Azul 8.00 4.9 9-1
3 3 Diamond’s Honor 12.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Blazing Affair 8.00 6.5 12-1
6 6 Tree C’s Kai 2.50 SCRATCH
2 2 Motown Omi 10.00 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.