January 25, 2020 Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks.
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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 Special Weight)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 8 | Lofty | 3.50 | 2.6 | 5-1 | |
| 6 | 6 | Lets Get Wild | 12.00 | 4.6 | 9-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Slew’s Screen Star | 5.00 | 4.9 | 9-1 | |
| 4 | 4 | What a Family | 6.00 | 5.6 | 11-1 | |
| 10 | 10 | Rose’s Crystal | 5.00 | 5.7 | 11-1 | |
| 3 | 3 | Jemsek | 12.00 | 6 | 11-1 | |
| 5 | 5 | Ci Voleva | 4.00 | 6.4 | 12-1 | |
| 7 | 7 | Shenandoah Star | 12.00 | 6.7 | 13-1 | |
| 9 | 9 | Big Game Plan | 12.00 | 7.9 | 15-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Lucky Babe | 8.00 | 8.9 | 17-1 | |
| 11 | 11 | Ride Sally Ride | 5.00 | SCRATCH | ||
| 12 | 12 | Time for Sally | 3.00 | SCRATCH | ||
| 13 | 13 | Warren’s Empress | 12.00 | SCRATCH | ||
| 14 | 14 | Too Much Smoke | 8.00 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Remember to Smile | 0.80 | 2 | 4-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Sweet Sassafrassy | 2.50 | 2.7 | 5-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Swingn It | 3.00 | 3.5 | 7-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Winning Bells | 8.00 | 4.7 | 9-1 |
| 4 | 4 | Grey Tsunami | 15.00 | 5.5 | 10-1 |
RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Conquest Cobra | 1.60 | 1.9 | 4-1 | |
| 6 | 5 | It’s Just Bob | 2.50 | 2.7 | 5-1 | |
| 4 | 4 | Fire When Ready | 1.20 | 3.3 | 6-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Original Intent | 10.00 | 4.4 | 8-1 | |
| 3 | 3 | Royal Seeker | 15.00 | 4.6 | 9-1 | |
| 5 | 5 | King Eddie | 0.00 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 4 (Starter Optional Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Stackin Silver | 0.80 | 3.1 | 6-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Knifes Edge | 5.00 | 4 | 8-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Mahi Mahi | 4.50 | 4.4 | 8-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Include the Tax | 4.00 | 5.2 | 10-1 |
| 4 | 4 | Gorky Park | 5.00 | 5.6 | 11-1 |
RACE NUMBER 5 (Allowance Optional Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | Madman | 4.00 | 3.4 | 6-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Shandling | 8.00 | 3.8 | 7-1 |
| 6 | 6 | Appreciated | 10.00 | 4.4 | 8-1 |
| 7 | 7 | Mountain Spirit | 6.00 | 6.1 | 11-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Of Good Report | 5.00 | 6.2 | 12-1 |
| 9 | 9 | Proud Pedro (FR) | 2.50 | 6.4 | 12-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Sash (GB) | 6.00 | 6.6 | 12-1 |
| 8 | 8 | French Getaway | 10.00 | 7.2 | 14-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Asaro | 12.00 | 9.4 | 18-1 |
RACE NUMBER 6 (Starter Optional Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | White Velvet | 4.00 | 2.9 | 6-1 |
| 6 | 6 | Bella Renella | 5.00 | 4.2 | 8-1 |
| 5 | 5 | French Rose | 2.00 | 4.2 | 8-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Kleen Karma | 2.50 | 5.5 | 10-1 |
| 2 | 2 | K P Whirlwind | 4.00 | 5.5 | 10-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Billy K | 8.00 | 6.8 | 13-1 |
RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Special Weight)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | Special Day | 2.50 | 2.8 | 5-1 | |
| 9 | 6 | Media Blitz | 3.00 | 3.3 | 6-1 | |
| 10 | 7 | Forever Poe | 8.00 | 5.3 | 10-1 | |
| 7 | 4 | Descartes | 8.00 | 5.4 | 10-1 | |
| 8 | 5 | Dominant Soul | 30.00 | 5.5 | 10-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Ekklesia | 15.00 | 5.7 | 11-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Cosmo | 10.00 | 6.9 | 13-1 | |
| 3 | 3 | Heywoods Beach | 15.00 | SCRATCH | ||
| 4 | 4 | Time to Testify | 20.00 | SCRATCH | ||
| 6 | 6 | War Path | 3.00 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 8 (Stakes) – Palos Verdes S.
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | Speed Pass | 2.50 | 1.6 | 3-1 | |
| 3 | 3 | Flagstaff | 2.00 | 2 | 4-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Captain Scotty | 8.00 | 3.7 | 7-1 | |
| 4 | 4 | Grinning Tiger | 15.00 | 4.6 | 9-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Ax Man | 2.50 | SCRATCH | ||
| 5 | 5 | St. Joe Bay | 3.50 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Special Weight)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | Eddy Forever | 3.00 | 2.1 | 4-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Goalie | 3.50 | 3.8 | 7-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Port Saint Joe | 6.00 | 5.1 | 10-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Frasard (GB) | 6.00 | 5.3 | 10-1 |
| 10 | 10 | K P All Systems Go | 6.00 | 5.4 | 10-1 |
| 7 | 7 | Canyon Crest | 8.00 | 5.4 | 10-1 |
| 6 | 6 | Leprino | 10.00 | 7.7 | 15-1 |
| 8 | 8 | Hallowed Gift | 20.00 | 7.8 | 15-1 |
| 9 | 9 | Vodka Twist | 10.00 | 7.9 | 15-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Capital Call | 15.00 | 9.4 | 18-1 |
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.