January 29, 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 Allowance)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 7 | Swirling | 10.00 | 3.8 | 7-1 | |
| 8 | 6 | Respectfully | 12.00 | 4.7 | 9-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Vegas Palm | 6.00 | 5.7 | 11-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Savvy Gal | 8.00 | 6 | 11-1 | |
| 12 | 10 | Miss Carousel | 5.00 | 6 | 11-1 | |
| 11 | 9 | Lotsa Pepper | 8.00 | 6.6 | 13-1 | |
| 6 | 4 | On Purpose | 12.00 | 6.7 | 13-1 | |
| 4 | 3 | Storming Lady | 3.50 | 6.9 | 13-1 | |
| 7 | 5 | Ana Lisa | 20.00 | 7.3 | 14-1 | |
| 10 | 8 | A New Peace | 20.00 | 7.9 | 15-1 | |
| 3 | 3 | Ready Jet Go | 30.00 | SCRATCH | ||
| 5 | 5 | Bristol Bayou | 4.00 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | Straus’s Place | 2.00 | 1.8 | 3-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Funkenstein | 1.20 | 1.9 | 4-1 | |
| 5 | 4 | Verragio | 6.00 | 3.6 | 7-1 | |
| 6 | 5 | Granada Flavor | 12.00 | 4.4 | 8-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Daddys Specialdark | 20.00 | 5.8 | 11-1 | |
| 3 | 3 | Inesperado | 3.00 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Special Weight)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 6 | Rocky Gibraltar | 2.00 | 1.2 | 2-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Cool Acclaim | 4.00 | 1.8 | 3-1 | |
| 3 | 3 | Orth | 1.80 | 3.2 | 6-1 | |
| 5 | 5 | Synnin and Winnin | 2.50 | 3.3 | 6-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Divine Rascal | 10.00 | 3.3 | 6-1 | |
| 4 | 4 | Mr Freebie | 30.00 | 6.1 | 12-1 | |
| 6 | 6 | Liberty Forever | 1.60 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 4 (Stakes) – San Vicente S.
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | Doppelganger | 1.60 | 1.1 | 2-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Forbidden Kingdom | 2.50 | 1.4 | 3-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Pinehurst | 2.50 | 3 | 6-1 |
| 3 | 3 | McLaren Vale | 4.00 | 3.3 | 6-1 |
| 5 | 5 | What in Blazes | 8.00 | 4.4 | 8-1 |
RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Special Weight)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Cuban Crisis (GB) | 2.50 | 1.2 | 2-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Darling Donna | 4.00 | 2.3 | 4-1 |
| 9 | 9 | Granola Girl | 4.00 | 3.4 | 6-1 |
| 2 | 2 | She’s Got a Way | 3.50 | 4.2 | 8-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Banjo Queen | 10.00 | 5.3 | 10-1 |
| 4 | 4 | Ruby Ray | 20.00 | 5.4 | 10-1 |
| 6 | 6 | Work to Live | 12.00 | 5.4 | 10-1 |
| 8 | 8 | Jerusalema (IRE) | 8.00 | 5.4 | 10-1 |
| 7 | 7 | Midnight Silence | 12.00 | 6.3 | 12-1 |
RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Special Weight)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Family Affair | 2.50 | 1.3 | 2-1 |
| 4 | 4 | American Heights | 2.00 | 1.7 | 3-1 |
| 7 | 7 | Secret Fix | 12.00 | 4.1 | 8-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Bellamore | 2.50 | 4.3 | 8-1 |
| 6 | 6 | Musica | 12.00 | 4.6 | 9-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Ironic Twist | 8.00 | 5.1 | 10-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Map to My Heart | 6.00 | 5.3 | 10-1 |
RACE NUMBER 7 (Stakes) – Megahertz S.
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | Bodhicitta (GB) | 3.00 | 1.8 | 3-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Warren’s Showtime | 2.50 | 2.3 | 4-1 | |
| 8 | 7 | Canoodling | 8.00 | 4.4 | 8-1 | |
| 6 | 5 | Sloane Garden (GB) | 15.00 | 4.7 | 9-1 | |
| 3 | 3 | Madone | 4.00 | 4.9 | 9-1 | |
| 7 | 6 | Burgoo Alley (IRE) | 4.00 | 4.9 | 9-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Avenue de France (FR) | 8.00 | 5.6 | 11-1 | |
| 5 | 5 | Kuora (PER) | 12.00 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 8 (Stakes) – Palos Verdes S.
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | Cezanne | 1.60 | 1.8 | 3-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Essential Wager | 2.50 | 3 | 6-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Dark Vader | 6.00 | 4.9 | 9-1 | |
| 4 | 4 | Shooters Shoot | 6.00 | 5 | 9-1 | |
| 5 | 5 | Team Merchants | 6.00 | 5.7 | 11-1 | |
| 6 | 6 | Arham | 4.00 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Special Weight)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | Duvet Day (IRE) | 3.00 | 1.6 | 3-1 | |
| 4 | 4 | Annie’s Song (IRE) | 2.50 | 2.5 | 5-1 | |
| 9 | 9 | Exit Soul | 4.00 | 2.6 | 5-1 | |
| 5 | 5 | Pammy’s Ready | 3.50 | 4.6 | 9-1 | |
| 8 | 8 | Squillions | 15.00 | 5.1 | 10-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Gimme Mo Baby | 6.00 | 5.3 | 10-1 | |
| 6 | 6 | Let Freedom Rein | 15.00 | 5.5 | 10-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Vulin | 15.00 | 5.9 | 11-1 | |
| 7 | 7 | Missing Penny | 50.00 | 7.7 | 15-1 | |
| 10 | 98 | Lucky Girl (IRE) | 0.00 | 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.