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Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks for Friday, March 27, 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 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Decapo 1.20 1 2-1
3 3 Legitimate 2.50 1.5 3-1
4 4 I’m Otter Here 4.50 2.2 4-1
1 1 Gold Council 6.00 2.7 5-1
5 5 Gordon’s Legacy 6.00 2.7 5-1
2 2 Bee Eye Gee 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 No More Ding Dongs 1.00 1 2-1
1 1 Ya’ll Come 2.50 1.4 3-1
5 5 Bluegrass Go Go 3.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 Cupid’s Crusader 5.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Lord Dunmore 15.00 5 9-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Quantum Innergy 1.80 1 2-1
5 5 She’s a Joker 2.00 1.1 2-1
3 3 Going Deep 2.50 1.5 3-1
1 1 French Moonlight 4.00 2.4 5-1
4 4 Pavel’s Etoile 8.00 5 9-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Honorable Gal 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 Rock N Roll Song 2.50 1.3 2-1
5 5 Respect the Crown 3.50 1.6 3-1
2 2 A Rousing Babe 4.00 1.8 3-1
6 6 Cee’s the Image 6.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Dress Rehearsal 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Gallatin 1.60 1 2-1
4 4 Prime Artist (FR) 1.80 1.1 2-1
1 1 Saharian 2.50 1.4 3-1
5 5 It’s Time 10.00 5 10-1
2 2 Wicked Spud 12.00 6 11-1
6 6 Dreamrider 12.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Sendit Mo 0.60 1 2-1
6 6 Joker Went Wild 3.00 1.4 3-1
1 1 Original One 6.00 1.9 4-1
4 4 Desert Kat 8.00 2.3 4-1
5 5 Beers On Me 8.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 Desert Dawg 30.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Troisieme Etoile 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Still Unwritten 3.50 1.4 3-1
1 1 Libel Proof 4.50 1.6 3-1
7 7 Lino’s Angel 5.00 1.7 3-1
3 3 Eighties 6.00 1.9 4-1
6 6 Donttellmewhattodo 6.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Bobs Honey 30.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Memetic 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Stardialed 3.00 1.2 2-1
5 5 Meridian Mae 3.00 1.2 2-1
1 1 Angel Baby 5.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Donde Esta Jefe 6.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Authentically 8.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 Savannahs Big Girl 15.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Certitude (FR) 1.80 1 2-1
7 7 Jungle Peace (IRE) 2.50 1.2 2-1
3 3 Tahini 4.00 1.6 3-1
6 6 Imaboutago (IRE) 4.50 1.7 3-1
4 4 Irina’s Charm 12.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 Schilflied 12.00 3.5 7-1
5 5 Violeta M (ARG) 15.00 4.3 8-1
1 1 Donttellourwives 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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