Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Wednesday, January 18, 2023

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 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
High Vibes 0 0-1
Musical Romance (GB) 0 0-1
5 5 Tempora 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 Musical Romance (GB) 3.00 3.7 7-1
7 7 The Club 8.00 3.9 7-1
1 1 High Vibes 8.00 4.7 9-1
8 8 Lamasco 8.00 4.9 9-1
6 6 Big Bee 4.50 5.3 10-1
2 2 Ball Gown 15.00 6.6 12-1
3 3 Kanta 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Akela 3.50 1 2-1
8 8 Oopsie Doopsie 8.00 2 4-1
4 4 Too Much Vino 2.50 2.3 4-1
6 6 Oasis Jak 4.00 3.3 6-1
2 2 Curlin Hummingbird 6.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 La Palma 20.00 5 10-1
5 5 Two Beer Buzz 12.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Song and Tap 5.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Mama Maria 1.20 1 2-1
6 6 Free to Roam 5.00 1.1 2-1
3 3 Guardian Angel 5.00 1.9 4-1
2 2 West Bank 3.00 4.4 8-1
5 5 Upstreet 8.00 5 9-1
4 4 Minxy 12.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 National Unity 6.00 1 2-1
8 8 Marley Luck 2.50 1.8 3-1
2 2 Unified Weekend 6.00 3.3 6-1
7 7 Extendo 2.00 3.6 7-1
5 5 Quincy Cafe 15.00 5.4 10-1
1 1 Smart Coverage 8.00 5.5 10-1
3 3 Smooth Rico 8.00 6.4 12-1
6 6 Christensen 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
10 10 Grand Journey 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Souper Legacy 10.00 2.9 5-1
5 5 News Break 4.00 3.3 6-1
3 3 It’s a Gamble 3.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Lookin At Roses 8.00 3.4 6-1
4 4 Charles Chrome 15.00 4 8-1
7 7 Tapsasional 15.00 5.1 10-1
8 8 Alley Oop Johnny 8.00 5.6 11-1
6 6 South Pointe Drive 30.00 7.5 14-1
9 9 Palazzi 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Optional Claiming) – Maiden Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Forever Uncaptured 4.00 1 2-1
4 4 No Action 3.50 2.1 4-1
2 2 Shez Speightful 3.00 2.1 4-1
7 7 Egoz Unit 4.50 2.2 4-1
3 3 Weld Hall 6.00 3.6 7-1
1 1 Megan Makin Money 8.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 Both Sides 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Singing the Oldies 6.00 1 2-1
6 6 Angelic Gal 3.00 1.8 3-1
3 3 Wheelingndealing 3.50 2.3 4-1
4 4 Miss Aria 15.00 3.4 7-1
8 8 Tested Positive 20.00 3.5 7-1
9 9 Go Nikki Go 8.00 5.1 10-1
5 5 Inquieta 10.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Final Episode 6.00 SCRATCH
1 1 Glass Star 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Love and Money 4.00 1 2-1
9 9 Train to Artemus 3.50 2.2 4-1
1 1 Makin My Move 6.00 2.3 4-1
7 7 Gogo Shoes 6.00 3 6-1
8 8 Constitution Gal 8.00 3.1 6-1
5 5 One Identity 3.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Ambassador Luna 15.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 Admiral Hopper 10.00 4.7 9-1
3 3 Slot Queen 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 She’s So Pretty 3.50 1 2-1
2 2 Short Circuit 2.50 2.1 4-1
5 5 La Rusia 12.00 3.1 6-1
6 6 Domineering 6.00 3.3 6-1
8 8 Khosea 6.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Machisima 10.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 Rubysa 5.00 4.8 9-1
4 4 Thrilling Baby 20.00 7.2 14-1
7 7 Divine Exchange 10.00 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.