Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, February 24, 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 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Official Results

Prgm Name ML Expected Win Place Show
11 Reconnecting 4.50 5.86 12.20 6.40 4.60
6 Grey Princess 20.00 3.29 7.80 5.60
14 Wand 6.00 1.00 3.60

$1.00 Exacta (11-6) Pays $56.20
$0.50 Trifecta (11-6-14) Pays $168.40
$0.10 Superfecta (11-6-14-3) Pays $290.92


RACE NUMBER 2 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Official Results

Prgm Name ML Expected Win Place Show
2 Rose E Holiday 8.00 4.96 13.00 6.20 5.20
1 American of Course 2.50 1.00 4.80 4.80
3 Shes All Woman 3.50 1.82 4.40

$1.00 Exacta (2-1) Pays $35.10
$0.50 Trifecta (2-1-3) Pays $50.05
$0.10 Superfecta (2-1-3-5) Pays $49.48


RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Official Results

Prgm Name ML Expected Win Place Show
1 Elusive Empire 5.00 1.24 9.60 5.00 2.60
2 Jay’s Delight 12.00 4.27 6.40 3.20
3 Raka Raka Cruz 2.50 1.00 2.10

$1.00 Exacta (1-2) Pays $29.70
$0.50 Trifecta (1-2-3) Pays $26.15
$0.10 Superfecta (1-2-3-5) Pays $14.65


RACE NUMBER 4 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Official Results

Prgm Name ML Expected Win Place Show
8 Maria’s Honor 15.00 6.66 19.80 8.60 4.80
2 Crystal Coast 6.00 1.46 5.20 3.60
7 Dontmesswithtess 3.00 3.63 2.60

$1.00 Exacta (8-2) Pays $68.60
$0.50 Trifecta (8-2-7) Pays $122.80
$0.10 Superfecta (8-2-7-1) Pays $71.77


RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Official Results

Prgm Name ML Expected Win Place Show
3 Rough Entry 2.00 3.08 5.40 3.60 3.00
5 He’s in Charge 8.00 1.00 7.20 5.60
9 Get Set 10.00 5.78 11.20

$1.00 Exacta (3-5) Pays $21.20
$0.50 Trifecta (3-5-9) Pays $153.15
$0.10 Superfecta (3-5-9-4) Pays $126.62


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

Official Results

Prgm Name ML Expected Win Place Show
11 People Force 4.00 2.37 13.80 7.00 4.60
7 My Favorite Topic 8.00 1.26 8.60 6.80
9 Gustavor 12.00 6.23 10.80

$1.00 Exacta (11-7) Pays $58.50
$0.50 Trifecta (11-7-9) Pays $348.05
$0.10 Superfecta (11-7-9-6) Pays $244.92


RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Official Results

Prgm Name ML Expected Win Place Show
7 Top Gun Tommy 10.00 5.19 13.00 6.40 4.00
1 High Yield Kitten 5.00 5.59 5.20 3.40
5 Assertiko 3.50 1.00 3.00

$1.00 Exacta (7-1) Pays $30.00
$0.50 Trifecta (7-1-5) Pays $55.50
$0.10 Superfecta (7-1-5-6) Pays $31.87


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

Official Results

Prgm Name ML Expected Win Place Show
9 Freedom Matters 4.50 1.00 4.40 2.40 2.10
4 Java Buzz 1.60 2.21 2.20 2.10
1 Timmy M. 8.00 4.10 2.80

$1.00 Exacta (9-4) Pays $4.40
$0.50 Trifecta (9-4-1) Pays $9.35
$0.10 Superfecta (9-4-1-8) Pays $2.19


RACE NUMBER 9 (Claiming) – Claiming

Official Results

Prgm Name ML Expected Win Place Show
6 Mehlek 3.00 1.09 5.60 3.80 2.80
5 Mateo 4.50 1.00 4.20 3.00
7 Pasajera 4.00 1.18 3.00

$1.00 Exacta (6-5) Pays $10.20
$0.50 Trifecta (6-5-7) Pays $16.20
$0.10 Superfecta (6-5-7-8) Pays $7.32


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.