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
3 3 Charge for Gold 4.50 1 2-1
4 4 Dakota Country 6.00 2.2 4-1
1 1 Code Duello 2.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 Vancougar 10.00 5.5 10-1
5 5 Double Jab 5.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Magnificat 1.40 1 2-1
3 3 Revera 5.00 1.9 4-1
1 1 Antifona (FR) 8.00 2.5 5-1
5 5 Syntax 12.00 4 8-1
2 2 Nooni 1.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Will Happen 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Queen Bay 6.00 1.5 3-1
5 5 Flamingo Star 5.00 2.1 4-1
3 3 Forum Confidential 12.00 4 8-1
4 4 Jasmina 20.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Peppermint Dash 1.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 5 Janie Not Jeanie 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Blockade 12.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Pickitupthatsgood 3.50 2.8 5-1
7 6 Chaseher 6.00 3 6-1
1 1 Pro Payne 3.00 3.3 6-1
4 4 Make Me Money 5.00 3.6 7-1
8 7 Allons Y 4.50 3.8 7-1
5 98 Velvet Storm 0.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Fire Ban 5.00 1 2-1
8 8 Cortina d’Amprezzo (IRE) 2.50 2.7 5-1
5 5 Astronomically (IRE) 4.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 Ou La La 6.00 4.5 8-1
2 2 Jet Black Jewel (IRE) 8.00 5.3 10-1
4 4 Medina Del Campo (IRE) 30.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Grey Matter 5.00 7.9 15-1
3 3 Golden Hope 5.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
11 11 Shady Gem 6.00 1 2-1
10 10 Kiki Ride 10.00 1.2 2-1
12 12 Cano for the Win 8.00 1.5 3-1
5 5 Chapter One 8.00 1.7 3-1
3 3 Battle School 5.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 My Man Huey 30.00 5.2 10-1
8 8 Miguelito 15.00 8 15-1
4 4 Kyathos 20.00 8 15-1
1 1 Pecos River 1.40 SCRATCH
13 13 Johnlino 20.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Nash for Cash 30.00 SCRATCH
7 7 Angel’s Echo 30.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Baal 30.00 SCRATCH
14 14 Mansa Musa 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Lee’s Baby Girl 4.00 1 2-1
9 9 Not A Sinner (GB) 4.00 1.4 3-1
10 10 Fancy Facts 6.00 3.1 6-1
7 7 Miss Mandalay (GB) 3.50 4.5 8-1
3 3 Pocket Venus 12.00 4.9 9-1
4 4 Nikolina 5.00 5.5 10-1
6 6 How Lovely (IRE) 15.00 7.3 14-1
5 5 Hey Lil Lady 8.00 7.8 15-1
1 1 Deep Blue 15.00 8.5 16-1
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
4 4 Decisive Win 1.80 1 2-1
2 2 Mo Koko 6.00 2.9 5-1
3 3 Secured Freedom 1.60 3.4 6-1
6 6 Court of Appeal 15.00 3.5 7-1
1 1 One More Freud 3.00 3.6 7-1
5 5 Constitution Andi 12.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Warm Sun and Brew 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Keep Dancin Nick 8.00 5.7 11-1
10 10 Frank Bullitt 2.00 6.3 12-1
4 4 Chromeflash 8.00 6.3 12-1
11 11 Known Idea 6.00 6.5 12-1
9 9 Sogno Di Vino 12.00 6.9 13-1
1 1 Maker and Sons 20.00 7 13-1
2 2 Druidic 20.00 8.2 15-1
3 3 Cardiff Crack 30.00 9 17-1
7 7 Stolen Treasure 15.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Jimmy Winkfield 5.00 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.