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Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Saturday, August 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
1 1 Elusive Chalice 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Let Loose Lucy 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Relentless Lady 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Decisive Maiara 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Mario’s Awesome 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Our Perfect Amanda 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Hit Music 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Love of J 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Nenas Star 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Sam’s Honor 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 King Morpheus 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Win Runner 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Jean Laffite 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 I’m a Gunner 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Irish Adieu 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 E Z Shopping 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Sky Over Kingston 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 A Saint She Ain’t 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Miss Magical 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 R Tun Who 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Gigi Cake’s 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Blag’s Mom 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Lady Question 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Hard to Say No 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 It’s On My Honor 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Marengo 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Eyeway 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Nofilterneeded 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Real Gone 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Bourbon On Tap 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Tinkatwo 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Shedoo Kitten 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 American Popstar 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Calling the Shots 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Giddy Up Baby 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Mischievous Scout 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Somerset Mia 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Looks to Kill 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 D Dolly’s Girl 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Little Prince 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Naughty Whisper 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Too Tall Blake 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Hot Rod 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Bella Napoli 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Conviction 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Ez David 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Jet Fuel 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Stir Flay 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Miss Gracie S.) – Miss Gracie S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Curly Sue 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Bert’s Knoty Girl 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Bayou Brigid 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Sorokin 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Call the Bullpen 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Laigina 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Turkish Flame 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Del Mar Sunrise (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Captain Karter 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Happy Memories 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Woodster 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Pike 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Only the Lonely 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Classy Prince 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Guns and Coffee 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Major Pryce 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Evanora 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Vivi Get Your Guns 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Dakota’s Lil Auror 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Junegenai 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Fly Life 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Frosty Belle 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Jestina 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 10 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Flamefire 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Shinyhappygroovy 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Kissintheladies 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Hallow’s Ice 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Zenick 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Turn and Run 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Amberssohn 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Rocky Lagoon 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Marc Kentucky (ARG) 0.00 1 2-1

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.

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