Pimlico Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, May 25, 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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Clouds of White 5.00 1 2-1
8 8 Mashua 3.50 1.3 2-1
2 2 Nineteenamendment 4.00 3.7 7-1
9 9 Fashionista 6.00 3.8 7-1
3 3 Quit Quay 5.00 7.6 14-1
11 11 Irish Mirage 15.00 7.9 15-1
7 7 Hey Riri 15.00 8 15-1
10 10 Never Free 8.00 8.7 16-1
1 1 Princess Lexi 20.00 12.2 23-1
16 16 Cush Effect 2.50 SCRATCH
14 14 Palacsinta 3.50 SCRATCH
12 12 Love Knot 10.00 SCRATCH
13 13 Cami Rachelle 15.00 SCRATCH
5 5 Golden Charm 3.00 SCRATCH
15 15 Irish Zapper 12.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Spun in a Million 15.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Brilliant Ice 3.50 1 2-1
1 1 Askin for a Baskin 10.00 1.3 2-1
3 3 Remembering Wilbur 15.00 3.7 7-1
5 5 Pride of Payton 20.00 4.2 8-1
6 6 Manolito 8.00 4.4 8-1
4 4 Magic Mule 6.00 4.9 9-1
8 8 Abuelo Paps 8.00 5 9-1
9 9 St. Jude 1.40 SCRATCH
7 7 Twice Gold 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Hellman 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Super E 8.00 1.3 2-1
3 3 Sagrada Ray 10.00 3.1 6-1
7 7 Southpaw Mike 12.00 3.4 6-1
8 8 Calloway Peak 4.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Seville Row 6.00 3.7 7-1
10 10 Nicky Bear 10.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Bode Lynx 20.00 6.9 13-1
9 9 Stimulus Maker 3.50 SCRATCH
6 6 Bonded 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Tina Tina Tina 4.50 1 2-1
5 5 Buckin’ Great 2.50 1 2-1
6 6 Kellan 3.50 1.6 3-1
1 1 Family Gal 15.00 3.7 7-1
7 7 Just the Thing 5.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 Kristinachrysalis 5.00 4 8-1
4 4 She’s Fantastic 15.00 4.4 8-1
9 9 Hateful 15.00 4.4 8-1
3 3 Robbery 20.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Allowance Optional Claiming) – Allowance Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Uncle Ernie 1.80 1 2-1
1 1 John the Bear 15.00 3 6-1
6 6 Borracho 4.50 3.2 6-1
7 7 Witty 3.00 4.6 9-1
4 4 Kenny Had a Notion 30.00 4.9 9-1
9 9 Indian Lake 8.00 5.1 10-1
3 3 All Threes 10.00 5.5 10-1
2 2 Chateau 15.00 SCRATCH
8 8 Hopeful Treasure 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Runaholic 6.00 1 2-1
5 5 O’Conner Sunset 8.00 1.9 4-1
10 10 Pay Zone 3.00 2.2 4-1
2 2 Disputed Claim 8.00 2.6 5-1
7 7 Super Accelerate 3.50 3.7 7-1
9 9 S S Sinatra 8.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Calming Storm 6.00 5.7 11-1
8 8 Great Cocktail 20.00 6.6 12-1
6 6 Midnight Renegade 15.00 7.2 14-1
4 4 Run Bucky Run 15.00 10 19-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Doctor Jeff 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Alogon 6.00 1.6 3-1
9 9 Zyramid 3.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Momos 5.00 3.4 6-1
1 1 Live Fire 12.00 3.4 7-1
4 4 Power Back 15.00 5.6 11-1
2 2 Cynergy’s Star 15.00 6.1 12-1
8 8 Pyron 5.00 6.9 13-1
6 6 Pompous Prince 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Jones Falls 5.00 1 2-1
6 6 Johnselectricride 15.00 2.9 6-1
3 3 Orocovix 4.00 3.1 6-1
2 2 Mercury Ten 12.00 3.6 7-1
5 5 The Thinker 6.00 5 9-1
1 1 Daredavite 20.00 5.4 10-1
9 9 Don Bernardo 8.00 5.5 10-1
8 8 Thruster 12.00 7.1 13-1
4 4 Mr. Cellular 1.60 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.