Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks for Friday, February 9, 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 Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Antonsen 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Rhythem On Stage 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Forty Niner Gold 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Thegingerbreadman 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Ghostly Act 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Sneak a Smile 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Getemdusty 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Evertoriano 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Heartfullofstars 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Oil Can Knight 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Sol Del Sur 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Granada Flavor 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Stay in the Game 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Miss Miche Lada 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Cat On the Run 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Stay Up 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Donita Rose 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Club Ribbon 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Headed for Om 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Big Rainbow 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 The Fence 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Roberta’s Love 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Be a Goldfish 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Wishes to Riches 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Big Pop 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Chasing Kat 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Easter Coming Back 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Ankyrah 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 De Joria 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Zzyzx 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Yvett’s Surprise 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Dolly May (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Leopardess (GB) 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Corporal Violette (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 North East Star (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 J Dutton 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Two by Four 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Vodka Vodka 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Known Idea 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Uncle Chilly 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Oobubbakakayo 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Commander D 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
7 7 Lovesick Blues 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Don’t Swear Dave 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Sir Atticus 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Beef Winslow 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Mackinnon 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Reiquist 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 First Peace 0.00 1 2-1
10 10 Zoffarelli (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Mas Rapido (GB) 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Panic Alarm (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Good Vibes Only 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Tarantino 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Mor Tequila 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Douseawhatisea 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Geezer 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Sharp Aza Tack 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Matanzas Creek 0.00 1 2-1
3 3 Will Be 0.00 1 2-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Sanger 0.00 1 2-1
8 8 Remote 0.00 1 2-1
2 2 Lahaina Flavor 0.00 1 2-1
4 4 Mega Moon 0.00 1 2-1
1 1 Smooth Salute 0.00 1 2-1
6 6 Gold Council 0.00 1 2-1
9 9 Crypto Man 0.00 1 2-1
5 5 Numero Dix (GB) 0.00 1 2-1
7 7 Autoline (IRE) 0.00 1 2-1

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.