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Del Mar Horse Racing Picks for Friday, August 15, 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
5 5 Jimmy Blue Jeans 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Uncle Happy 2.50 2.6 5-1
6 6 Daniel’s Magic 6.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Sydney Street (GB) 8.00 4.7 9-1
4 4 Low Expectations 15.00 5.2 10-1
9 9 Trusty Rusty 8.00 7.5 14-1
2 2 Kerry Gold 12.00 7.6 14-1
7 7 Sbagliato 6.00 7.7 15-1
1 1 Royal ‘n Rando 12.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 3 Rousing Jewel 4.00 1 2-1
2 1 Madiha 4.00 1.3 2-1
6 5 Outrageous 10.00 1.3 3-1
3 2 Harney Lane 6.00 1.7 3-1
7 6 Rose of Jericho 3.50 1.9 4-1
5 4 Tennesseehoneybee 1.60 2.3 4-1
1 98 Giant Kid 0.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Goatski 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 We the Hobby 3.50 3.2 6-1
1 1 Mperfection 15.00 3.9 7-1
7 7 Just a Kiss 5.00 4.1 8-1
9 9 Sally’s Wish 12.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Warm Reception 4.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Turkey Bird 20.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Pure Chaos 5.00 5.8 11-1
2 2 Diamond Daze 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Don’t Fly Stand By 4.00 1 2-1
8 8 Toughness 5.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 Panuco 3.00 2.4 4-1
4 4 Mr. Machupicchu 10.00 3.3 6-1
2 2 Winds of Freedom 3.50 3.8 7-1
3 3 Targaryis 15.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Glass of Jameson 8.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Heber 30.00 6.4 12-1
7 7 Valentines Candy 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 If Not for Cas 8.00 1 2-1
7 7 Riveralation 12.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 Aguila Azul 30.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Strong Morals 3.00 4.6 9-1
2 2 Tiger Lady 6.00 5.6 11-1
1 1 McKenna Moon 6.00 5.6 11-1
8 8 Om Time Gal 8.00 5.7 11-1
10 10 Clam Beach 8.00 6.2 12-1
4 4 Taysha 8.00 6.6 12-1
3 3 Pasalubong 5.00 8.7 16-1
14 13 Joyriding 20.00 SCRATCH
12 98 Tina’s Princess 0.00 SCRATCH
13 12 Sheer Lightning 6.00 SCRATCH
11 11 Salty Sally 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Ctt And Toc S.) – Ctt And Toc S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Sunset Glory (IRE) 5.00 1 2-1
3 3 Mrs. Astor 2.50 2.8 5-1
10 10 Alpha Bella 15.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 Nadette (FR) 15.00 4.2 8-1
7 7 Starry Heavens (IRE) 6.00 4.2 8-1
8 8 Sun Of Hill (BRZ) 12.00 5.4 10-1
11 11 Venganza 20.00 5.6 11-1
5 5 Khinjani (GB) 15.00 6.2 12-1
6 6 Kentucky Gal (IRE) 4.00 6.3 12-1
9 9 Sakura Blossom 20.00 6.9 13-1
1 1 Hopeful (GB) 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
13 11 Nabers 6.00 1 2-1
1 1 Dirty Words 5.00 3.6 7-1
14 12 Last Call Paul 6.00 3.9 7-1
10 8 Seattle Surf 12.00 4.3 8-1
7 6 Far Over Loaded 20.00 4.4 8-1
11 9 R Awesome Kid 10.00 4.6 9-1
4 3 Nobel Gary 20.00 4.8 9-1
2 2 Nicely Curved 6.00 6 11-1
5 4 Roxiiesbadboy 30.00 7.5 14-1
8 7 Street Comic 30.00 7.8 15-1
6 5 Tap and Go 15.00 8.5 16-1
12 10 My Hero 2.50 SCRATCH
9 98 Boltless 0.00 SCRATCH
3 98 Taking a Nap 0.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 City Exile (GB) 4.00 1 2-1
4 4 Eye On Ry 5.00 2.6 5-1
7 7 Nesso’s Lastharrah 3.00 3.1 6-1
2 2 Twirling Point 6.00 4.2 8-1
5 5 Red Cross Knight 10.00 4.4 8-1
8 8 Siennois (IRE) 6.00 5.4 10-1
10 10 Reiquist 15.00 5.4 10-1
1 1 Doncic 8.00 7.7 15-1
3 3 Charge for Gold 20.00 8.3 16-1
9 9 Maniatic (IRE) 20.00 10 19-1

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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