Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks for Friday, June 9, 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
5 5 Single Track Mind (IRE) 2.00 1 2-1
1 1 Storm the Night 8.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Belmont Bill 4.00 2.4 4-1
2 2 O’Banion (IRE) 8.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Stonks 12.00 2.9 5-1
8 8 Warrior Road 3.50 3.8 7-1
7 7 Nak Nak Bolt 20.00 5.4 10-1
9 98 Charlie’s Ghost 0.00 SCRATCH
6 6 Admiral Halsey 4.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Lovme Likeafool 30.00 1 2-1
6 6 Stay Quiet 10.00 2.3 4-1
5 5 Keepyourpranceon 2.00 2.6 5-1
3 3 Lighting and Reign 6.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 It’s Saul Good 2.50 5.4 10-1
7 7 The Fence 5.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Kitzkaty 3.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Took Charge 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Exultation 2.50 2.5 5-1
2 2 Natural Power (IRE) 1.60 3.8 7-1
6 6 Fly the Sky 6.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Barristan The Bold (GB) 5.00 3.9 7-1
5 5 Economical 12.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Looks Rare 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Mucino 4.00 1.3 2-1
1 1 Riverside 2.50 1.8 3-1
5 5 Excel Calculator 2.50 2.4 5-1
4 4 Secret Treasure 10.00 2.6 5-1
2 2 Tacoma Sound 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Vandalia 1.80 1 2-1
6 6 If You Want It 6.00 2.1 4-1
1 1 Renegade Princess 6.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 Big Bell 12.00 3.8 7-1
4 4 Flatterwithjewels 2.00 4.3 8-1
7 7 Lucy L 3.00 5 9-1
3 3 Shvere Arbeter 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Borntostaythirsty 4.00 1 2-1
5 5 High Flying Gracie 12.00 2.2 4-1
2 2 Graceful Scarlett 20.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 Fifty Stars 20.00 4.5 8-1
8 8 Pushiness 0.80 4.8 9-1
6 6 Unified A. P. 12.00 5 9-1
4 4 Big Rainbow 5.00 5.7 11-1
1 1 Conquest Celsius 6.00 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Aventapp 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Irish Patsy 2.00 1.3 2-1
2 2 Signora Minister 4.00 3.4 6-1
3 3 Daddy Classy Dill 50.00 4.7 9-1
6 6 Miss Lizzy 2.50 5 10-1
4 4 Abhita 12.00 6 11-1
7 7 Blonde Bombshell 12.00 7.6 14-1
8 8 Roubaix 20.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Ice Storm 4.00 1 2-1
5 5 Take Charge Curly 3.50 1.5 3-1
7 7 Port Royal 3.00 1.7 3-1
8 8 Hulk 4.00 2.1 4-1
1 1 Road of Love 8.00 5.3 10-1
2 2 Danz Till Ten 8.00 5.8 11-1
3 3 Stella Boy 6.00 7.8 15-1
6 6 Capiat 20.00 8 15-1

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.