Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, March 5, 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
6 6 War to Remember 8.00 1 2-1
3 3 So Grand 3.50 2.6 5-1
7 7 Vino’s Valentine 10.00 4.3 8-1
1 1 War Warrior 4.00 4.4 8-1
9 9 Four Beach Friends 8.00 4.5 9-1
4 4 Freedom Street 10.00 5.1 10-1
12 12 How About It 10.00 6.2 12-1
11 11 Distinguished Gent 30.00 7.8 15-1
8 8 Mully’s Moon 6.00 7.8 15-1
10 10 Ramblin Betts 15.00 10.2 19-1
2 2 More Therapy 15.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Authentic Honour 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Dime Papi 4.50 1 2-1
7 7 Flag Officer 1.20 2.9 5-1
2 2 Broderick 3.50 3 6-1
4 4 Run for Your Life 20.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Song So Sweet 15.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 Fredericksburg 20.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Friolento 3.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 New Life 6.00 1 2-1
7 7 Always Ready 8.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Oscar Bound 4.00 4.3 8-1
8 8 Imperia Blue 15.00 4.5 8-1
3 3 Bint Mischief 2.00 5.4 10-1
4 4 Better With Vino 12.00 5.9 11-1
5 5 Steel City Lady 3.00 6 11-1
1 1 Smiling Rosie 8.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 World Builder 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Mischievous Scout 3.50 2.1 4-1
5 5 Soda 8.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 Lucky Berry 8.00 4.1 8-1
2 2 Estrella 15.00 5.2 10-1
4 4 Dirty Diana 3.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Come On Poppi 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 My Lady James 8.00 1 2-1
1 1 Slew Diva 1.40 2.3 4-1
6 6 Chaina 6.00 3 6-1
5 5 Brenna 4.50 4 7-1
4 4 Sweet Sash 15.00 6 11-1
7 7 Evanora 2.50 SCRATCH
3 3 R Firebird 12.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Sippin Pretty 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Exquisite 4.00 1.2 2-1
1 1 Pippa Adds 2.00 2.6 5-1
8 8 Dad’s Two Sense 5.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Lexi V. 12.00 3 6-1
4 4 Grace of Monaco 8.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Fidela 30.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Sorokin 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Yankee Dollar 5.00 1 2-1
2 2 Zo Zucchera 1.80 1 2-1
4 4 Logistics 12.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Drum Roll 3.00 2.5 5-1
1 1 Ithinkiloveyou 12.00 4.8 9-1
9 9 Fish Mooney 8.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Mobay Princess 20.00 6.2 12-1
5 5 Tic Tic Tic Boom 20.00 6.6 12-1
6 6 She Takes Cash 8.00 8.2 15-1
10 10 Celestial Express 30.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Augustinian 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Skipping Stars 4.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Wine Candy 8.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Midnight Martini 1.80 3.1 6-1
2 2 Rebel With a Cause 3.50 5.3 10-1
1 1 Gray Astray 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Navy Cross 8.00 1 2-1
3 3 Winooski 4.50 2.5 5-1
1 1 Shinigami 6.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Never Say Never 5.00 5 9-1
6 6 Honesto 2.50 5.3 10-1
7 7 Bold Advance 8.00 5.4 10-1
5 5 Rock the Stars 15.00 5.8 11-1
2 2 Full Nelson 3.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 10 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Gimme Some Luck 10.00 1 2-1
5 5 Pemberley 2.50 2.7 5-1
8 8 Ditched 4.00 2.7 5-1
9 9 Classy Lass 50.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 Magnetic Beach 3.50 3.8 7-1
3 3 Magical Trick 15.00 3.8 7-1
6 6 Seekingbythestorm 3.00 4.7 9-1
1 1 Mamuka 20.00 5.7 11-1
2 2 White Claw Woman (IRE) 8.00 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.