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Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, March 21, 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 Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Darya (IRE) 1.60 1 2-1
1 1 Mass 2.50 1.3 3-1
2 2 Nerida (FR) 3.50 1.7 3-1
3 3 Tipitap 4.50 2.1 4-1
5 5 Photogenic 6.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Egyptian Mistress 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Redial 0.80 1 2-1
5 5 Lorenzo Bernini 1.40 1.2 2-1
4 4 Bossing Mo 6.00 2.9 5-1
3 3 Audible Silence 10.00 4.3 8-1
1 1 Maximum Gladiator 12.00 5 9-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Coach Cronin 1.20 1 2-1
2 2 Refocus 2.00 1.5 3-1
4 4 Mici’s Express 4.00 2.7 5-1
1 1 The Gypsy Cowboy 5.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Fix It Quick 8.00 5 9-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Map Me Sexy 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Another Juanito 2.50 1.1 2-1
5 5 Texas Wildcat 3.00 1.3 2-1
1 1 Tess of Hemet 4.50 1.7 3-1
6 6 Charlie d’Oro 5.00 1.8 3-1
3 3 Sophie’s Heart 20.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 She’s Splendid 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Thirsty Trickster 2.50 1.3 2-1
2 2 Theresasilverlinin 3.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 Catalina Cocktail 3.50 1.8 3-1
3 3 Moonlit Courage 8.00 4 8-1
4 4 Lady Laoban 12.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Lyndee’s Dream 1.80 1 2-1
5 5 Mettler 2.00 1.2 2-1
3 3 Run On Om 6.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Surprise D’ Oro 6.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 Dustem Too 8.00 5.5 10-1
6 6 Backstage Drama 10.00 7 13-1
4 4 Tina’s Princess 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Irish O’brien S.) – Irish O’brien S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Grand Slam Smile 1.20 1 2-1
5 5 Prancingthruparis 2.50 1.5 3-1
3 3 Young Love 3.50 1.8 3-1
4 4 Take Another Card 5.00 2.4 4-1
6 6 Miss Practical 12.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Moment’s Pleasure 15.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Mbagnick (CHI) 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 Code Duello 3.00 1.4 3-1
5 5 Hard to Figure 3.00 1.4 3-1
4 4 Hawker 3.50 1.5 3-1
1 1 Baladi 8.00 2.7 5-1
2 2 Chasin Munny 20.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (San Luis Rey S.) – San Luis Rey S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Gold Phoenix (IRE) 1.40 1 2-1
2 2 Truly Quality 2.50 1.3 2-1
3 3 Balnikhov (IRE) 4.50 1.8 3-1
5 5 Mondego (GB) 6.00 2.1 4-1
1 1 Flashiest 12.00 3.6 7-1
8 8 Watsonville 12.00 3.6 7-1
6 6 City Exile (GB) 20.00 5.6 10-1
7 7 Living Life 30.00 8 15-1

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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