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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Bianca Luna 5.00 1 2-1
8 8 Ladida 8.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Fields of Green 2.00 3.5 7-1
4 4 Future Fortune 30.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Field of Blossoms 6.00 4.9 9-1
2 2 Whats Up Buttercup 4.50 5.2 10-1
3 3 Church Girl 4.50 5.4 10-1
7 7 Vino for the Queen 8.00 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Beth’s Dream 0.80 1 2-1
1 1 Poiema 4.50 3.2 6-1
2 2 Battle Cry 4.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Love Her Lots 8.00 4 8-1
3 3 Vita Da Mamma (CHI) 15.00 4.3 8-1
6 6 Smart Spending 8.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Tik Tokable 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 Solomons Gold 2.00 1.7 3-1
1 1 Commander Biz 6.00 1.9 4-1
2 2 Nico’s Having Fun 4.00 2.1 4-1
3 3 Sir Austin 12.00 2.7 5-1
6 6 Norfie 10.00 4 8-1
7 7 Delvey 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 4 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Wicked Genius 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Grande Soiree 6.00 1.1 2-1
1 1 Thenorthremembers 3.00 1.6 3-1
3 3 Pound Green 3.50 3.3 6-1
4 4 Drillomatic 5.00 3.8 7-1
7 7 Peter D 10.00 5.6 11-1
6 6 Denying 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Find Your Passion 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Musical Journey 10.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 India Pilaga (ARG) 3.50 5.2 10-1
8 8 Katz That Gal 6.00 5.3 10-1
1 1 Ginrin 12.00 6.6 12-1
3 3 Tribute 20.00 6.8 13-1
4 4 Royal Jubilee 20.00 7.3 14-1
6 6 Vacation Suite 4.00 7.4 14-1
7 7 Law Machine 20.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Apocalypso 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 This Run’s for You 4.00 1.8 3-1
6 6 Gun Maestro 3.00 2.4 5-1
5 5 Baltic Mule 8.00 2.6 5-1
4 4 Bad Henry 15.00 5.2 10-1
1 1 Quincy Cafe 2.50 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Loco Abarrio 2.00 1 2-1
6 6 Nautical Star 4.00 1.3 3-1
2 2 Maptitude 8.00 3.6 7-1
7 7 Lights of Broadway 15.00 4.5 8-1
4 4 Practiko 8.00 4.6 9-1
3 3 Lightning Tones 6.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Big Martini 2.50 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Mr. Rhodium 2.50 1 2-1
7 7 Mighty Miracle 6.00 2.9 6-1
6 6 Don’t Answer 3.50 4.2 8-1
5 5 Chromotion 8.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 Warlord Cruzan 12.00 6 11-1
1 1 Startonahighnote 3.00 6.1 11-1
9 9 Big Envelope (IRE) 12.00 6.5 12-1
4 4 Westun Time 20.00 8.8 17-1
3 3 Vindicated Tiger 20.00 9 17-1

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.