Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, June 11, 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
6 6 Doncic 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 Code Duello 2.00 1.1 2-1
3 3 Charge for Gold 4.50 2.7 5-1
5 5 Double Jab 5.00 3 6-1
4 4 Dakota Country 6.00 3.6 7-1
2 2 Vancougar 10.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Desert Stormer S.) – Desert Stormer S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Nooni 1.00 1 2-1
4 4 Magnificat 1.40 1.2 2-1
3 3 Revera 5.00 2.5 5-1
1 1 Antifona (FR) 8.00 3.6 7-1
5 5 Syntax 12.00 5 9-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Peppermint Dash 1.00 1 2-1
1 1 Will Happen 2.00 1.3 2-1
5 5 Flamingo Star 5.00 2.1 4-1
2 2 Queen Bay 6.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 Forum Confidential 12.00 3.9 7-1
4 4 Jasmina 20.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 98 Velvet Storm 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Pro Payne 3.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Pickitupthatsgood 3.50 3 6-1
6 5 Janie Not Jeanie 4.00 3.3 6-1
8 7 Allons Y 4.50 3.6 7-1
4 4 Make Me Money 5.00 3.9 7-1
7 6 Chaseher 6.00 4.5 9-1
2 2 Blockade 12.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Cortina d’Amprezzo (IRE) 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Astronomically (IRE) 4.00 1.4 3-1
7 7 Fire Ban 5.00 1.6 3-1
1 1 Grey Matter 5.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 Golden Hope 5.00 1.6 3-1
6 6 Ou La La 6.00 1.9 4-1
2 2 Jet Black Jewel (IRE) 8.00 2.4 5-1
4 4 Medina Del Campo (IRE) 30.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Pecos River 1.40 1 2-1
3 3 Battle School 5.00 2.6 5-1
11 11 Shady Gem 6.00 3.1 6-1
12 12 Cano for the Win 8.00 4 8-1
5 5 Chapter One 8.00 4 8-1
10 10 Kiki Ride 10.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Miguelito 15.00 7.2 14-1
4 4 Kyathos 20.00 9.5 18-1
13 13 Johnlino 20.00 9.5 18-1
9 9 Nash for Cash 30.00 14 26-1
7 7 Angel’s Echo 30.00 14 26-1
2 2 Baal 30.00 14 26-1
6 6 My Man Huey 30.00 14 26-1
14 14 Mansa Musa 30.00 14 26-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Miss Mandalay (GB) 3.50 1 2-1
8 8 Lee’s Baby Girl 4.00 1.2 2-1
9 9 Not A Sinner (GB) 4.00 1.2 2-1
4 4 Nikolina 5.00 1.5 3-1
10 10 Fancy Facts 6.00 1.9 3-1
5 5 Hey Lil Lady 8.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Pocket Venus 12.00 3.9 7-1
1 1 Deep Blue 15.00 4.9 9-1
6 6 How Lovely (IRE) 15.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Celestial Skies 30.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Affirmed S.) – Affirmed S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Secured Freedom 1.60 1 2-1
4 4 Decisive Win 1.80 1.1 2-1
1 1 One More Freud 3.00 1.5 3-1
2 2 Mo Koko 6.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Constitution Andi 12.00 4.9 9-1
6 6 Court of Appeal 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Frank Bullitt 2.00 1 2-1
8 8 Warm Sun and Brew 2.50 1.2 2-1
5 5 Jimmy Winkfield 5.00 2.1 4-1
11 11 Known Idea 6.00 2.4 5-1
4 4 Chromeflash 8.00 3.1 6-1
6 6 Keep Dancin Nick 8.00 3.1 6-1
9 9 Sogno Di Vino 12.00 4.6 9-1
7 7 Stolen Treasure 15.00 5.6 11-1
2 2 Druidic 20.00 7.4 14-1
1 1 Maker and Sons 20.00 7.4 14-1
3 3 Cardiff Crack 30.00 11 21-1

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.