Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Friday, January 5, 2024

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 Optional Claiming) – Maiden Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Heart N Soul 1.60 1 2-1
5 5 Song On the Radio 3.00 2.4 4-1
7 7 Little Nick 3.50 3.1 6-1
6 6 This Dude a Breeze 10.00 3.7 7-1
2 2 For the Chief 8.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Zozan 4.50 6.2 12-1
3 3 Mungo 30.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Vybes 4.50 1 2-1
4 4 Baby Blocks 8.00 2.8 5-1
3 3 Cairnhill 2.50 3.8 7-1
6 6 Genting 6.00 4.7 9-1
2 2 Blueish 4.00 7.2 14-1
8 8 Verdugirl 8.00 7.8 15-1
9 9 Khozall 15.00 7.9 15-1
5 5 It’s Only Words 5.00 8 15-1
7 7 Vindicate Cha Cha 30.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Derby Gift 12.00 1 2-1
4 4 Mainstream Sellout 3.00 1.7 3-1
2 2 Sweet Miss 10.00 2.3 4-1
3 3 Red Sun Dress 4.00 2.9 6-1
5 5 Singing Sandra 1.80 5.8 11-1
1 1 Nunofthisnunofthat 5.00 6.4 12-1
6 6 Perfectly Mperfect 8.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Improptude 3.00 1 2-1
2 2 Superfight 3.50 2.6 5-1
1 1 Ekati King 5.00 4.2 8-1
7 7 Kinsman Redeemer 2.50 4.6 9-1
3 3 Blazing Tyreek 15.00 5.8 11-1
6 6 Fuji Fire 4.50 6.7 13-1
5 5 Uzziah 8.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Ramsey Solution 2.00 1 2-1
7 7 Eyes On Target 4.50 4.6 9-1
1 1 Gentleman Gerry 30.00 5.4 10-1
2 2 Citizen K 6.00 5.5 10-1
8 8 Chanceux 4.00 5.8 11-1
9 9 Night Jumper 15.00 7.3 14-1
4 4 Red Hornet 30.00 8 15-1
6 6 Rough Draft 8.00 8.8 17-1
5 5 Good Governance (GB) 6.00 9.6 18-1
10 10 Lights of Broadway 20.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Marthamaywhovier 12.00 1 2-1
2 2 Shez Speightful 4.50 1.4 3-1
6 6 Subtle Faith 5.00 4 7-1
7 7 Glass Star 20.00 5.8 11-1
5 5 Upstreet 8.00 5.8 11-1
3 3 Ave Fenix 30.00 7 13-1
8 8 Mo Town Madison 2.50 7.9 15-1
4 4 Novellie 1.80 8 15-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Raguel 3.00 1 2-1
6 6 Chisparrajos 2.50 1.5 3-1
3 3 Change of Command 1.80 3.9 7-1
4 4 Orb Alpha 30.00 4 7-1
5 5 Real Macho 4.50 4 8-1
1 1 Cardinale 5.00 6 11-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Run Curtis Run 4.50 1 2-1
5 5 Bohemian Boy 8.00 4.4 8-1
4 4 Oxymore 12.00 4.5 8-1
1 1 Avant Glory 20.00 4.9 9-1
3 3 Kanthari 10.00 5.1 10-1
8 8 Carotari 1.60 5.1 10-1
7 7 Axthelm 3.00 7.9 15-1
6 6 Crispy Cat (GB) 6.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
9 9 Roan 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Adios Now 5.00 3 6-1
4 4 Flashover 3.00 3.2 6-1
2 2 Curlins Cruzin 8.00 3.2 6-1
6 6 Eastbostonbenny 10.00 4.1 8-1
7 7 First Shot Fired 8.00 4.2 8-1
1 1 Ahorsewithnoname 30.00 4.7 9-1
5 5 Wemby 8.00 7.3 14-1
8 8 Yasur 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.