Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, May 1, 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 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Simo 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Swinging Solo 12.00 1.2 2-1
8 8 Dime Papi 4.00 2.1 4-1
6 6 Wasamattafoyou 12.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Song So Sweet 4.50 4.6 9-1
2 2 Friolento 2.00 5.2 10-1
4 4 Fighting Words 20.00 5.4 10-1
5 5 Dogwood Crossing 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Timeframe 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Justin Smiles 8.00 2.2 4-1
5 5 I’m Sam 2.50 4 8-1
2 2 Timshel 15.00 4 8-1
4 4 Ganador 12.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Nickel C 1.40 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Gigline 10.00 1 2-1
2 2 Mully’s Moon 4.00 1.1 2-1
4 4 Iron the Money 3.50 1.5 3-1
6 6 Dominican Pirate 5.00 3.6 7-1
3 3 Action Delight 1.80 3.6 7-1
1 1 Uncle Zeb 15.00 4.5 9-1
7 7 Awegod 4.50 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Vuela Paloma 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Mywifeknowsitall 3.50 2 4-1
5 5 Happy Ride 1.60 3.3 6-1
4 4 Roxy 8.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 Musical Design 6.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 Beautiful Crazy 12.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Win N Juice 2.50 1 2-1
8 8 Not Now Nick 12.00 2.6 5-1
2 2 Kazooza 8.00 3 6-1
6 6 Queen Kong 4.50 3.3 6-1
5 5 Value Inthe Clouds 20.00 3.4 6-1
7 7 Here Comes Leo 4.00 3.9 7-1
4 4 Beau Hush 15.00 4.4 8-1
9 9 Majestic Noir 3.50 4.6 9-1
3 3 Sweet Interlude 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Speed Figures 1.80 1 2-1
3 3 Boat’s a Rockin 8.00 2.9 5-1
4 4 Xy Speed 3.50 3.4 6-1
6 6 Louie the Sun King 3.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Banded Rocket 4.50 4.6 9-1
7 7 Biz Biz Buzz 20.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Gabaldon 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Practically Famous 4.00 1 2-1
5 5 Little Town Street 2.00 2.3 4-1
6 6 Boombox Betty 4.50 3.8 7-1
4 4 Big Lous Messenger 3.00 4.2 8-1
2 2 Cassadaga 8.00 6.3 12-1
1 1 Frosty Belle 15.00 6.3 12-1
3 3 Miss Magical 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Cajun Gold 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Camigol 20.00 3.5 7-1
9 9 Sabian 1.80 3.6 7-1
8 8 Fear 4.00 4.1 8-1
6 6 Coffee At K J’s 10.00 5 9-1
4 4 Night 5.00 5.4 10-1
5 5 Zevi’s Zone 12.00 6 11-1
7 7 Mila’s Wish 20.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Gray Astray 20.00 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.