Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, May 22, 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
3 3 Tie It With a Bow 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 Groovy N Gray 6.00 2.7 5-1
10 10 Runtown 15.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 I Love Stone 10.00 3.8 7-1
8 8 Khozy Me Up 12.00 4.3 8-1
9 9 Diamond Dancer 12.00 4.4 8-1
1 1 Elusive Chalice 5.00 6.3 12-1
7 7 Baronia 20.00 6.9 13-1
5 5 Western Lilly 12.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Emerald Ember 1.80 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Mitts 3.00 1 2-1
7 7 Astrogem 4.00 5 9-1
2 2 Awesome Noah 8.00 5.3 10-1
5 5 Strike 1.00 5.4 10-1
1 1 X G Man 10.00 5.8 11-1
3 3 It’s Smoking 12.00 6.8 13-1
4 4 Win Jet Win 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Gold Foot 4.00 1 2-1
5 5 Jack Kerouac 15.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Relampago Verde 2.00 3.4 6-1
2 2 Ruse 3.50 3.5 7-1
1 1 Saratoga Flash 2.50 3.9 7-1
6 6 Smart Striker 12.00 6 11-1
4 4 Full Nelson 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Maerdama 6.00 1 2-1
4 4 Sara’s Rose 2.50 1.1 2-1
1 1 Liz Loves Shopping 3.00 3.1 6-1
3 3 Mo Hijinx 6.00 4.6 9-1
5 5 Blond Jak 2.00 5 9-1
6 6 Ellagio 20.00 SCRATCH
2 2 D’argento Bolt 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Starship Spectacle 15.00 1 2-1
7 7 Miss Valentina 3.50 3.5 7-1
10 10 Camm’s Girl 4.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 More Than a Shadow 6.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 La Cyber 8.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Trill 4.50 5.6 11-1
2 2 Ivey My Love 15.00 SCRATCH
3 3 Soda 5.00 6.7 13-1
4 4 Jessica’s Dream 12.00 10 19-1
5 5 Memory of My Life 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Cross Haste 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Ace Ventura (CHI) 2.00 1.6 3-1
6 6 Prince David 2.50 1.6 3-1
3 3 Prairie Hawk 6.00 3.3 6-1
5 5 Etendre 8.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 Manhattan Boy 20.00 4 8-1
7 7 Sterling Harmony 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Brenna 4.50 1 2-1
3 3 Threedots Andadash 2.50 2.2 4-1
7 7 Mia’s Angel 10.00 3 6-1
5 5 Strand of Gold 6.00 3.4 7-1
2 2 Answer the Call 15.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Musical Journey 3.50 4.3 8-1
6 6 Mamuka 8.00 8 15-1
8 8 Judge Judith 6.00 8 15-1
9 9 Trumpetta 15.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Ramajay 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Sonic Surge 6.00 2.4 5-1
1 1 One Hundred Kings 1.60 2.8 5-1
5 5 Freaky Neeks 6.00 2.9 6-1
3 3 Pardo 3.50 5 9-1
2 2 Here Comes Leo 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Redhotnotbothered 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Evil Empire 10.00 1.8 3-1
9 9 Viking Sun 1.80 2.4 5-1
7 7 Strategic Warrior 2.50 3.5 7-1
3 3 Neostar 15.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 High Lateen 10.00 5 9-1
6 6 Eminent Power 15.00 6.6 12-1
2 2 Sofocles 15.00 7.5 14-1
8 8 Mr. Khozan 30.00 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.