Los Alamitos Thoroughbred Horse Racing Picks for Friday, December 5, 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 Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Scatalotadingdong 3.50 1 2-1
5 5 Cruise Home 1.60 3.2 6-1
2 2 Bandolero 3.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Joey Where’d It Go 8.00 4.4 8-1
3 3 Desert Hawk 15.00 5.5 10-1
7 7 Passion D Oro 4.50 5.8 11-1
4 4 Autism Unity 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Leyas Candy 3.00 1 2-1
5 5 Oobubbakakayo 6.00 3 6-1
1 1 So I’m Told 2.00 3 6-1
2 2 Autism Puzzle 20.00 3.1 6-1
7 7 Taishan 2.50 3.9 7-1
3 3 J T’s Watch 8.00 4.6 9-1
4 4 Mischief Moments 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Spiritist 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 Smiling Capote 4.00 1.2 2-1
2 2 Riolo 15.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 St Boadin 10.00 3.7 7-1
8 8 At the Cross 8.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 C’Mon Lets Switch 30.00 5 9-1
4 4 Lobdell Lake 2.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Uplift 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Clouseau 1.60 1 2-1
5 5 Trusty Rusty 4.00 2.8 5-1
4 4 Maniatic (IRE) 5.00 2.9 5-1
2 2 Low Expectations 8.00 3.2 6-1
8 8 Veritas Aequitas 15.00 3.9 7-1
1 1 Smooth Salute 8.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 Big Juanito 12.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Joint Venture 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Lucky’s Loaded 3.00 1 2-1
8 8 Not My Rodeo 6.00 1.7 3-1
5 5 The Key Is Unity 8.00 2.8 5-1
4 4 Drum Bunny 5.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Do It for Dave 6.00 4.6 9-1
7 7 Naval Harbor 4.00 4.7 9-1
6 6 Got Your Six 8.00 7.5 14-1
1 1 Talisker Bay 6.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 5 Only Reputation 10.00 1 2-1
8 7 Tina Turner 1.20 1.2 2-1
1 1 Clubhouse Bride 3.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Brookys Gal 5.00 2.3 4-1
7 6 Pavel’s Etoile 5.00 2.8 5-1
4 3 A Rousing Babe 8.00 3 6-1
5 4 Lit de Tiger 20.00 SCRATCH
3 98 Coiffeur 0.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Style Cat 8.00 1 2-1
2 2 Sharp Aza Tack 15.00 2.4 5-1
6 6 R Heisman 12.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 Voldemort 1.80 3.3 6-1
4 4 For All Mankind 3.00 3.5 7-1
7 7 Manitowish 10.00 4.7 9-1
8 8 Mining District 4.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Normandy Landing 6.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Miracle Ball 3.00 1 2-1
4 4 Ro Town 12.00 3.9 7-1
5 5 Big Celebration 6.00 4.5 9-1
3 3 Discrepancy 2.00 5.1 10-1
6 6 A Real Jewel 6.00 5.5 10-1
2 2 Ryan’s Girl 5.00 6.4 12-1
1 1 Maniae 8.00 7.1 13-1
9 9 Perfect Life 20.00 7.3 14-1
7 7 Charmed Dream 20.00 9 17-1

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.