Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, February 26, 2026

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 Vino for the Queen 12.00 1 2-1
9 9 Dream Diamond 20.00 1 2-1
6 6 Spirit of Jamaica 20.00 1 2-1
3 3 Jessica’s Dream 10.00 1 2-1
4 4 Hope Diamond 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Starlight Luna 6.00 1 2-1
1 1 List 3.50 1 2-1
7 7 Devilsgoldenfiddle 30.00 1 2-1
8 8 It’s Just a Game 2.50 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Optional Claiming) – Maiden Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 People Pleaser 10.00 1 2-1
7 7 Souper Landslide 5.00 1 2-1
8 8 Role Play 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Mo Java 30.00 1 2-1
2 2 Sister Slew 8.00 1 2-1
3 3 Max 12.00 1 2-1
1 1 Too Loose La Trek 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 Resort (FR) 2.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Slender Slipper 20.00 1 2-1
7 7 Maerdama 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Mario’s Sweet Girl 15.00 1 2-1
3 3 Windrush 10.00 1 2-1
6 6 Ellagio 10.00 1 2-1
1 1 Beautiful Crazy 1.20 1 2-1
2 2 Stubold 3.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Mentor 6.00 1 2-1
3 3 Win Runner 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 Never Count Me Out 1.80 1 2-1
5 5 Cajun Lad 12.00 1 2-1
7 7 Valen Time 4.50 1 2-1
2 2 Mr. Aventus 8.00 1 2-1
1 1 Mas Que Nada 4.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
11 11 War Officer 6.00 1 2-1
8 8 Berlone 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Fly Erik Fly 20.00 1 2-1
4 4 Two Beers by Ten 3.50 1 2-1
6 6 Cognoscenti 8.00 1 2-1
2 2 Hall Monitor 12.00 1 2-1
10 10 Back in the Saddle 12.00 1 2-1
1 1 The Brigade 4.50 1 2-1
9 9 Replevin 10.00 1 2-1
7 7 Genuine Gomo 10.00 1 2-1
3 3 Palace View (IRE) 8.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Brick City 8.00 1 2-1
2 2 Redhotnotbothered 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 Skyrush 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Holy Dancer 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Commendatore 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 Step Slow 2.50 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Galley Head 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 I Love Venezuela 10.00 1 2-1
2 2 Show Off 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 Puckered 20.00 1 2-1
3 3 Ashima 0.60 1 2-1
7 7 Storm West 20.00 1 2-1
1 1 Heaven’s Promise 12.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Amended Dreamer 8.00 1 2-1
3 3 Munnings Talks 4.00 1 2-1
7 7 Bullet Journal 15.00 1 2-1
5 5 Beside You 12.00 1 2-1
10 10 Paradise Street 5.00 1 2-1
1 1 Brown Diamond 10.00 1 2-1
6 6 Mo’s Little Darlin 30.00 1 2-1
2 2 Josie Joe 6.00 1 2-1
8 8 Mia Familia 4.50 1 2-1
9 9 East Jabip (IRE) 3.50 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Winplaceandshow 4.00 1 2-1
7 7 Drama 8.00 1 2-1
6 6 Samaritan’s Joy 6.00 1 2-1
1 1 Muffin Music 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Jestina 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 Sweet Ember 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Duchess Eleanor 20.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Divinely Inspired 6.00 1 2-1
9 9 Practically Famous 12.00 1 2-1
7 7 Fermi 5.00 1 2-1
1 1 Viable Asset 6.00 1 2-1
8 8 Rogue Runner 8.00 1 2-1
2 2 Gigi Cake’s 12.00 1 2-1
3 3 Dolce Vino 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 Kate the Smate 4.00 1 2-1
4 4 Chucky’s Ride 3.50 1 2-1

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.