Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks for Friday, May 31, 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
2 2 Lee’s Baby Girl 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Running Rio 3.00 2.2 4-1
7 7 She’s My Flame 3.00 2.3 4-1
4 4 Runnin On Promises 3.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 What About Q 5.00 2.8 5-1
6 6 Press Your Luck 15.00 3.7 7-1
3 3 Lucky Nea 30.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 2 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Lansdowne (GB) 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Wine and Whisky 5.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Windribbon 4.00 3.6 7-1
4 4 Tulane Tryst 5.00 4.1 8-1
5 5 Trusty Rusty 3.00 4.2 8-1
3 3 Lambeau 3.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 R Heisman 0.40 1 2-1
3 3 El Ondeado 2.50 2.8 5-1
1 1 Nap 6.00 3 6-1
2 2 Mr. Machupicchu 12.00 4.9 9-1
5 5 Escape Plan 12.00 5 9-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Known Idea 1.80 1 2-1
2 2 Refocus 2.50 2.5 5-1
1 1 Mystic Spirit 2.50 2.6 5-1
5 5 Travelin’ Show 4.00 3.3 6-1
3 3 Prince Prancealot 6.00 5 9-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Super Enticing 1.40 1 2-1
2 2 Ur in Trouble 2.50 2.1 4-1
6 6 Toulouse Detrac 4.00 3.4 6-1
4 4 Greylight 4.00 4 8-1
1 1 Queen Girvin 20.00 5.3 10-1
5 5 Pineapple Cruise 6.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Malibu Coast 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 National Generaux (IRE) 4.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Tom and Jazzy 2.50 4.1 8-1
5 5 Bee Catcher 4.00 5.4 10-1
7 7 Limited Heatwave 10.00 5.4 10-1
6 6 Flint Stroll 10.00 5.6 11-1
1 1 Seattle Breakout 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Nanci Griffith 5.00 1 2-1
6 6 Lady Cruiser 6.00 SCRATCH
4 4 Warren’s Showgirl 0.80 1.7 3-1
3 3 Blondzilla 4.00 4.1 8-1
1 1 Mineral Rights 10.00 4.3 8-1
7 7 Devil D’ Oro 12.00 6 11-1
5 5 Miss Allure 12.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
8 8 Issa Court 3.50 1 2-1
3 3 Jessebear 3.00 3 6-1
9 9 Back On Track 8.00 4.3 8-1
5 5 Quantum Innergy 6.00 4.4 8-1
2 2 Blonde Bombshell 4.00 4.4 8-1
4 4 Hey Demps 3.50 4.6 9-1
1 1 Councilwoman Jilly 15.00 7.2 14-1
7 7 Sweet Layla Rae 20.00 8.3 16-1
6 6 Chamaville 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.