January 23, 2022 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 (Starter Optional Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Handy Dandy | 1.60 | 2.1 | 4-1 |
| 4 | 4 | Barsabas | 2.50 | 2.4 | 5-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Mr. T’s Thirsty | 4.00 | 2.5 | 5-1 |
| 7 | 7 | Star Entry | 10.00 | 4.4 | 8-1 |
| 6 | 6 | Mad Steven | 6.00 | 4.6 | 9-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Arrabiata | 10.00 | 5.9 | 11-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Last Renegade | 10.00 | 6.1 | 12-1 |
RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Sync | 2.00 | 1.4 | 3-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Klimtoglory | 1.40 | 1.7 | 3-1 |
| 4 | 4 | Big Creek | 3.50 | 2.1 | 4-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Oneparticulrharbor | 4.00 | 3.7 | 7-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Mongolian Bonus | 10.00 | 4.6 | 9-1 |
RACE NUMBER 3 (Starter Optional Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | Unusual Ride | 4.00 | 2.4 | 4-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Viazar | 1.20 | 2.7 | 5-1 |
| 4 | 4 | Warrior’s Moon | 3.00 | 3 | 6-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Tayet | 3.50 | 4 | 8-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Lookin So Lucky | 6.00 | 4.8 | 9-1 |
RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | Niff | 1.80 | 2.1 | 4-1 | |
| 2 | 1 | Onefineday | 1.80 | 2.2 | 4-1 | |
| 4 | 3 | Sangre Azul | 1.20 | 2.9 | 5-1 | |
| 3 | 2 | Run Auntie T Run | 8.00 | 3.2 | 6-1 | |
| 1 | 98 | Allwinedup | 0.00 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | Muay Thai (IRE) | 3.00 | 1.9 | 4-1 | |
| 8 | 7 | Nichiren | 3.50 | 2.8 | 5-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Inch | 6.00 | 3.1 | 6-1 | |
| 5 | 4 | Crossword | 4.00 | 4.1 | 8-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Warrens Candy Man | 8.00 | 4.2 | 8-1 | |
| 6 | 5 | Sir Flatter | 10.00 | 5.1 | 10-1 | |
| 7 | 6 | Quantum Quest | 12.00 | 9.2 | 17-1 | |
| 10 | 9 | Dream Robber | 15.00 | 9.9 | 19-1 | |
| 3 | 3 | Big Flame | 5.00 | SCRATCH | ||
| 11 | 11 | Me Likey | 15.00 | SCRATCH | ||
| 12 | 12 | Stir the Pot | 8.00 | SCRATCH | ||
| 9 | 8 | Me Macho | 20.00 | 10.3 | 20-1 | |
RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Special Weight)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Snark | 1.00 | 1.2 | 2-1 | |
| 5 | 4 | Distorted Queen | 4.00 | 2.1 | 4-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Manorelli | 5.00 | 2.6 | 5-1 | |
| 4 | 3 | Side by Side | 8.00 | 4.7 | 9-1 | |
| 3 | 3 | Chloe’s Girl | 2.50 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 7 (Allowance)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 8 | Carpe Fortuna | 3.50 | 3.3 | 6-1 | |
| 5 | 5 | That’s Amare | 4.00 | 4 | 8-1 | |
| 6 | 6 | Kalon | 6.00 | 4.1 | 8-1 | |
| 3 | 3 | Honey Jar | 4.00 | 4.8 | 9-1 | |
| 4 | 4 | Glesga Gal (IRE) | 12.00 | 5.1 | 10-1 | |
| 11 | 10 | Stella Noir | 12.00 | 6.9 | 13-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Ultimate Hy | 6.00 | 7.6 | 14-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Kristi’s Tiger | 8.00 | 7.9 | 15-1 | |
| 7 | 7 | Miss Costa Rica | 10.00 | 9.6 | 18-1 | |
| 10 | 9 | Inner Beauty (IRE) | 20.00 | 9.9 | 19-1 | |
| 8 | 98 | Rapid Transit | 0.00 | SCRATCH | ||
| 12 | 11 | Mylittlerunaway | 12.00 | SCRATCH | ||
| 13 | 12 | Gold Included | 20.00 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance Optional Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | Distractedprincess | 0.20 | 1.1 | 2-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Fi Fi Pharoah | 6.00 | 2.3 | 4-1 |
| 4 | 4 | Trouville | 5.00 | 2.4 | 5-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Lisette | 10.00 | 2.8 | 5-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Eyes Open | 20.00 | 4.7 | 9-1 |
RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Special Weight)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | Picota (GB) | 2.50 | 1.3 | 3-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Lottery Pick | 3.00 | 1.9 | 4-1 |
| 8 | 8 | Dancing Rinca | 4.00 | 2.7 | 5-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Crosby Beach | 4.00 | 2.8 | 5-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Maynard | 10.00 | 3.5 | 7-1 |
| 9 | 9 | Malibu Mayhem | 20.00 | 5.5 | 10-1 |
| 4 | 4 | Thirty Four Coupe | 12.00 | 5.6 | 11-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Birth of Cool | 8.00 | 6 | 11-1 |
| 7 | 7 | Quidproquo Joeblow | 20.00 | 7.7 | 14-1 |
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.