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Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, August 23, 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
2 2 Not One Less 6.00 1 2-1
3 3 Marabina 1.80 2.9 5-1
1 1 La Cyber 2.00 3.8 7-1
5 5 Dream Diamond 12.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Onemorsilverdollar 30.00 6.6 12-1
7 7 Cash Due 2.50 6.8 13-1
4 4 Ylana 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Candy Road 30.00 1 2-1
8 8 Road Mischief 12.00 5 10-1
3 3 Hotter Than Dem 1.40 5.5 10-1
4 4 Kung Foo 12.00 5.5 10-1
7 7 Dixie On Fire 4.00 7.2 14-1
2 2 My Rich Uncle 12.00 7.4 14-1
6 6 Toronja 20.00 7.6 14-1
1 1 Tacitap 5.00 8.1 15-1
5 5 Deep Star 4.50 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Big Paradise 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 Coldstream 2.50 4.5 9-1
1 1 Turbo 6.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Sound of the Beast 1.80 5.5 10-1
4 4 Zydeceaux 5.00 5.5 10-1
3 3 Arrogancy 8.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Vino Santo 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Milazzo 4.50 3.8 7-1
1 1 Accelerate Me 6.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 De la Calles 20.00 4.8 9-1
2 2 Cryptonym 3.00 4.9 9-1
7 7 Worth the Wait 20.00 6.8 13-1
8 8 Wittingly 1.40 7.7 14-1
4 4 Sweet Lazarus 15.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 My Lady James 5.00 1 2-1
1 1 Warda 2.50 3.7 7-1
2 2 Founder’s Day 15.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 David’s Rose 4.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 Chaina 4.50 4.9 9-1
6 6 One of One 6.00 5.2 10-1
7 7 Lita 3.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Knoty Knicks 12.00 1 2-1
3 3 Thunder Zeus 2.50 3.1 6-1
2 2 Timeless Victory 4.00 4.1 8-1
4 4 Chingu 30.00 4.5 9-1
7 7 Titanio Coco 30.00 5 9-1
5 5 Uncle Aldo 2.00 5.9 11-1
6 6 Not Now Nick 4.50 6.6 13-1
8 8 Law of One 6.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Mr Brizel 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Easier Said 12.00 1.2 2-1
3 3 Sir Ascot 3.50 1.8 3-1
5 5 Song So Sweet 15.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 Will of a Warrior 6.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 Stone Cold Flex 6.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Saratoga Cruiser 1.80 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Strategic Reserve 0.80 1 2-1
5 5 Candy Addiction 10.00 1.1 2-1
1 1 Freaky Neeks 8.00 1.5 3-1
7 7 Scottie Too Hottie 4.00 2 4-1
2 2 Running On Time 3.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Star Prince 30.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Power Wrench 20.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Maitre D 4.50 1 2-1
2 2 Cruzin Man 3.50 1.8 3-1
5 5 Mr. Binks 4.00 2.4 5-1
8 8 Fast Fixer 2.50 3 6-1
6 6 Beach Colt (CHI) 8.00 3.4 6-1
7 7 Nero Tulip (GB) 5.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Ace Ventura (CHI) 12.00 5.5 10-1
1 1 Into You 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Megan Makin Money 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 It’s Only Words 3.50 1.4 3-1
2 2 Red Hot Spark 1.80 1.8 3-1
7 7 Cajun Anthem 4.00 2.2 4-1
6 6 Amy the Butcher 8.00 2.8 5-1
1 1 Foxy Lady 30.00 5 9-1
8 8 Novellie 6.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Patty’s Having Fun 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 11 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Bal de Mar 8.00 1 2-1
5 5 Pharaoh’s Favorite 5.00 1.8 3-1
3 3 Chill Bean 4.00 1.8 3-1
9 9 Attending 6.00 3.4 6-1
4 4 Thunder Princess 3.50 5.1 10-1
7 7 Let’s Dance Again 6.00 5.3 10-1
6 6 Pocket Pair 4.50 5.8 11-1
8 8 Shedoo Kitten 20.00 6.6 12-1
10 10 Far Above 50.00 8 15-1
2 2 Smart Style 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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