Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, April 23, 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 Mischievous Scout 6.00 1 2-1
3 3 Tiger Eye Pearl 3.50 3.9 7-1
7 7 Turkish Flame 2.50 3.9 7-1
6 6 Coded Elegance 12.00 4.7 9-1
8 8 Estrella 20.00 5 10-1
4 4 She’s Trippin 12.00 6.1 12-1
5 5 Queen Kwaina 20.00 6.6 13-1
1 1 Sister Slew 1.60 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 The Brigade 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 McKellen 4.00 1.4 3-1
2 2 Hands of Time 6.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Souper Crunchy 4.50 4.1 8-1
3 3 Landman Friday 2.50 4.2 8-1
5 5 Peacethrustrength 10.00 4.7 9-1
7 7 War World Rocks 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Late Night Text 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 Bon Vivant 6.00 2.7 5-1
1 1 Lunetta Jak 20.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 Divine Secrets 10.00 6.1 11-1
2 2 Delightfully 1.60 6.6 13-1
5 5 Nahla 1.80 7 13-1
3 3 Fidela 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 May Mischief 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 Misprint 3.00 2.7 5-1
4 4 Breezey Bella 1.80 3.1 6-1
2 2 Kid Mattie Matt 10.00 4.4 8-1
6 6 Stubold 20.00 4.9 9-1
7 7 Geaux Amy 20.00 5.3 10-1
8 8 Windrush 4.50 6.4 12-1
3 3 Don’t Tell Tammo 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Role Play 10.00 1 2-1
10 10 Pearl of Pearl 3.50 1.5 3-1
3 3 Striking Finale 3.00 2.1 4-1
4 4 Zarafa 2.50 2.6 5-1
5 5 Groovy N Gray 12.00 2.6 5-1
6 6 Max 6.00 2.7 5-1
2 2 Runtown 30.00 3.2 6-1
8 8 Justice Prevails 10.00 4.7 9-1
9 9 Gallega 20.00 7.9 15-1
1 1 Serrania 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Coqueta Blue 10.00 1 2-1
2 2 Toasttothestones 3.50 2 4-1
4 4 Awesomely Wild 12.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Horseplay 2.50 4 8-1
1 1 Mischief Motion 20.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 Pretty Geisha 4.00 5 10-1
7 7 Alluring Serenity 1.80 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Mr Narcissistic 6.00 1 2-1
1 1 Air Force Cruising 20.00 1 2-1
2 2 Mooncapture 8.00 1.7 3-1
8 8 Surf’s Up 3.50 1.8 3-1
7 7 Rachel’s Coach 3.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Raydar Control 15.00 3.3 6-1
3 3 Nic’s Bro 6.00 4.1 8-1
9 9 Three Zero 4.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 Fulanito 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 World Builder 3.50 1 2-1
5 5 Jenn’s Beliefs 5.00 2.6 5-1
6 6 Scarlett’s Law 15.00 6.1 11-1
2 2 Shes Blue N Orange 10.00 6.4 12-1
8 8 Stop Judging 4.50 7.5 14-1
4 4 Banba 15.00 7.6 14-1
7 7 Senta Says 3.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Hot Cocoa 12.00 SCRATCH
10 10 Rainbow Lane 30.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Come On Poppi 6.00 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.