March 18, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | Ko Samui (IRE) | 2.00 | 2.3 | 4-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Stotland | 2.50 | 2.4 | 5-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Sundown Warren | 5.00 | 3.2 | 6-1 |
| 6 | 6 | Bright Leaf | 6.00 | 3.6 | 7-1 |
| 4 | 4 | La’och Aloysius | 2.50 | 3.7 | 7-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Tribute to Afleet | 30.00 | 4.8 | 9-1 |
| 7 | 7 | Riviera Champ | 15.00 | 5.8 | 11-1 |
RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5 | Big Bell | 3.00 | 2.7 | 5-1 | |
| 4 | 3 | Mo Connelly | 2.50 | 2.9 | 6-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Warren’s Show Bizz | 6.00 | 4.2 | 8-1 | |
| 5 | 4 | Keep It Classy | 6.00 | 4.8 | 9-1 | |
| 7 | 6 | Team Concept | 6.00 | 5.3 | 10-1 | |
| 3 | 2 | Sideways Suances | 5.00 | 5.8 | 11-1 | |
| 2 | 2 | Everystepoftheway | 5.00 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | Barnfield | 4.00 | 2.2 | 4-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Tiz Tact Toe | 2.50 | 2.3 | 4-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Settecento | 4.00 | 2.4 | 4-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Hulk | 4.00 | 2.8 | 5-1 |
| 7 | 7 | Flint Stroll | 3.00 | 3.6 | 7-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Tucker’s Tribute | 20.00 | 4.6 | 9-1 |
| 6 | 6 | Brotherly Love | 8.00 | 4.9 | 9-1 |
RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | Tiz a Master | 1.60 | 1.9 | 4-1 |
| 6 | 6 | Swirling | 2.50 | 2.5 | 5-1 |
| 4 | 4 | Too Much Heaven | 4.00 | 3.5 | 7-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Mucha Woman | 8.00 | 4.2 | 8-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Luxury Liner | 6.00 | 4.2 | 8-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Majestic Gigi | 5.00 | 5 | 9-1 |
RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | Nothngoodcomseasy | 4.00 | 2.8 | 5-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Pinedale | 10.00 | 3.8 | 7-1 |
| 7 | 7 | World Cruiser | 3.00 | 3.8 | 7-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Today Matters | 10.00 | 4.1 | 8-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Lookout Point | 6.00 | 4.2 | 8-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Carpe Bellum | 15.00 | 4.4 | 8-1 |
| 4 | 4 | Hollywoodhellraisr | 1.20 | 4.6 | 9-1 |
RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Special Weight)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | Everlys Girl | 2.00 | 1.8 | 3-1 |
| 4 | 4 | Bold Choice | 1.60 | 2.5 | 5-1 |
| 5 | 5 | Feeling Flush | 4.00 | 2.8 | 5-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Sapadilla | 8.00 | 4.4 | 8-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Anna’s Music | 8.00 | 4.9 | 9-1 |
| 6 | 6 | Mining Crypto | 6.00 | 5.2 | 10-1 |
RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5 | Pistachio Princess | 1.60 | 2.3 | 4-1 | |
| 3 | 2 | Roses R Blue | 4.00 | 3.5 | 7-1 | |
| 2 | 1 | St Helena | 2.00 | 4 | 8-1 | |
| 7 | 6 | Dance Lady | 6.00 | 5 | 9-1 | |
| 8 | 7 | Spanish Channel | 12.00 | 5.1 | 10-1 | |
| 4 | 3 | She Loves Karaoke | 12.00 | 6.9 | 13-1 | |
| 5 | 4 | Full Speed Astern | 15.00 | 7.2 | 14-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | La V. | 6.00 | SCRATCH | ||
RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | Speed Boat | 5.00 | 2.2 | 4-1 | |
| 3 | 2 | Conundrum | 6.00 | 3.7 | 7-1 | |
| 9 | 8 | Bob Daniels | 6.00 | 4.1 | 8-1 | |
| 7 | 6 | Big Well | 8.00 | 5 | 9-1 | |
| 4 | 3 | Candy Fury | 8.00 | 5.2 | 10-1 | |
| 11 | 10 | Safe Combination | 8.00 | 5.9 | 11-1 | |
| 8 | 7 | Erik the Viking | 12.00 | 6.5 | 12-1 | |
| 10 | 9 | Head for Business | 6.00 | 6.8 | 13-1 | |
| 2 | 1 | Cee E Oh | 20.00 | 9.9 | 19-1 | |
| 1 | 1 | Awesome Charge | 3.50 | SCRATCH | ||
| 6 | 5 | Little Mischief | 20.00 | 10.7 | 20-1 | |
RACE NUMBER 9 (Allowance Optional Claiming)
Expected Order of Finish
| Prgm | Post | Name | ML | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | Doitforandrew (GB) | 2.50 | 1.8 | 3-1 |
| 1 | 1 | Smuggler’s Run | 1.80 | 3 | 6-1 |
| 3 | 3 | Bochombo | 5.00 | 3.2 | 6-1 |
| 7 | 7 | Shut Up Michael (IRE) | 6.00 | 3.4 | 6-1 |
| 8 | 8 | Olympic Legend | 6.00 | 3.5 | 7-1 |
| 2 | 2 | Echosmith (IRE) | 8.00 | 4.1 | 8-1 |
| 6 | 6 | Highland Ghost | 15.00 | 5.5 | 10-1 |
| 4 | 4 | Diamond Digger | 20.00 | 8.4 | 16-1 |
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.