Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, April 25, 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
5 5 Kokosan 1.20 1 2-1
7 7 Moonlit Sonata 3.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 Rostovsky 3.50 1.7 3-1
2 2 Sneaking Candy 5.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Tribal 12.00 4.5 8-1
6 6 Bee Eye Gee 15.00 5.4 10-1
1 1 Sand Bagger 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Sendit Mo 0.80 1 2-1
4 4 Straight Buzzin 3.00 2.2 4-1
2 2 Rollinwithpolan 4.00 2.8 5-1
5 5 Desert Kat 5.00 3.3 6-1
3 3 Tiggrrr Whitworth 8.00 5 9-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Dreaming On 1.20 1 2-1
3 3 Woodson 2.00 1.5 3-1
6 6 Pacer 4.50 2.9 5-1
2 2 Rags Over Riches 8.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Kore Kinetic 10.00 6 11-1
5 5 Bad Reputation 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Gallatin 2.50 1 2-1
4 4 Prime Artist (FR) 3.50 1.6 3-1
7 7 Savage Warden 4.00 1.8 3-1
1 1 Fumano’s Magic 5.00 2.4 5-1
8 8 Map Me Sexy 6.00 3 6-1
6 6 Wave With Envy 10.00 5.2 10-1
2 2 Beeblebrox 10.00 5.2 10-1
5 5 Essential Nation 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Red Flag 1.60 1 2-1
7 7 Whiskyginandbrandy 4.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Mega Moon 5.00 2.8 5-1
8 8 Shady Tiger 5.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Hey Brother 6.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 Baladi 10.00 5.4 10-1
3 3 Kahuna Magic 15.00 8 15-1
1 1 Malibu Coast 15.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Lonesome Stew 1.60 1 2-1
3 3 On the Whim 4.50 1.7 3-1
5 5 Bro Bro 5.00 1.8 3-1
2 2 Sir Rocket 6.00 2.1 4-1
7 7 Septembersixtyfour 6.00 2.1 4-1
1 1 Re Armed Jon 8.00 2.6 5-1
8 8 King Stephen 8.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Proudly Hailed (GB) 30.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Lil’s Coffee 1.60 1 2-1
5 5 Exington 3.50 1.5 3-1
4 4 Makenarita 6.00 2.2 4-1
1 1 A Fleet Ride 6.00 2.2 4-1
3 3 Union Heiress 8.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Can’tdealwithit 8.00 2.8 5-1
8 8 Victoria’s Jewel 12.00 3.9 7-1
2 2 Om Time Gal 20.00 6.2 12-1
9 9 Selsae 30.00 9 17-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Cowboy Mike 3.00 1 2-1
3 3 Uncle Chilly 3.00 1 2-1
9 9 Majestic Palisades 5.00 1.7 3-1
6 6 Stolen Treasure 6.00 2 4-1
5 5 Mici’s Express 6.00 2 4-1
7 7 Crypto Ride 10.00 3.3 6-1
2 2 Royal ‘n Rando 12.00 4 8-1
1 1 The Gypsy Cowboy 15.00 5 9-1
8 8 Fix It Quick 15.00 5 9-1
4 4 Speed of Elon 30.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Royal Heroine S.) – Royal Heroine S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Grand Slam Smile 2.50 1 2-1
8 8 Take A Breath (GB) 4.00 2 4-1
2 2 Tirupati 4.50 2.3 4-1
5 5 May Day Ready 4.50 2.3 4-1
7 7 Watchtower 6.00 3.2 6-1
4 4 Ripassare 10.00 5.8 11-1
6 6 Rosie Jeeks 15.00 9 17-1
1 1 Innovative 15.00 9 17-1
3 3 A Thousand Miles 15.00 9 17-1

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.