Del Mar Horse Racing Picks for Friday, November 8, 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 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
Mission Beach 0 0-1
1 1 Where’s the Loot 2.00 1 2-1
3 3 Mission Beach 1.40 2.5 5-1
2 2 Stay On the Fence 12.00 2.8 5-1
4 4 Lawless World 15.00 3.4 6-1
5 5 Haywood 1.60 SCRATCH

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Bessie Coleman 4.00 1 2-1
2 2 Play My Speed 3.50 1.3 2-1
3 3 Thirst for Passion 10.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Practical Dazzle 2.50 3.3 6-1
5 5 Naturally Blonde 1.40 3.3 6-1
6 6 Cheering for Layla 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Shot of Courage 0.80 1 2-1
5 5 Lone Scout 1.60 2.8 5-1
3 3 Seattle Breakout 6.00 3.4 6-1
4 4 Letshaveonemore 12.00 4 8-1
1 1 Eight Clap 8.00 5 9-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Song of Shadows 4.50 1 2-1
6 6 Proof She Zips 1.80 1.5 3-1
3 3 Dorie Miller 2.50 3.2 6-1
2 2 Smiling Molly 6.00 3.3 6-1
1 1 Fly a Fantasy 12.00 4 8-1
7 7 No Cap 6.00 4.2 8-1
4 4 Quick Omen 10.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 No Bad Beats 1.60 1 2-1
2 2 Alanis 3.00 2 4-1
6 6 Just as Fancy 8.00 3.7 7-1
1 1 Look Forward 2.50 4.4 8-1
3 3 Maximun Gold 4.50 4.9 9-1
4 4 Beauty Jenny 15.00 6 11-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Starter Optional Claiming) – Starter Optional Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Rashmi 2.50 1 2-1
2 2 Gem Mine 2.00 1.4 3-1
3 3 Marinas Tina (IRE) 6.00 2.4 4-1
7 7 Cheekiest 8.00 2.9 6-1
4 4 Blazing Bardot 20.00 3.6 7-1
1 1 She’s Splendid 5.00 4.1 8-1
5 5 Nanci Griffith 4.50 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 California Tiger 3.50 1 2-1
4 4 Cajun Brother 2.50 1.7 3-1
2 2 Good Vibes Only 10.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 Joe Don Looney 2.00 2.7 5-1
3 3 Chasin Munny 5.00 3.3 6-1
6 6 Blame George 12.00 4 8-1
7 7 Worth Looking 10.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 8 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
6 6 Cyprus Moon 6.00 1 2-1
8 8 Glamora (IRE) 2.00 1.3 2-1
1 1 Ashley 2.50 1.7 3-1
2 2 Girvin Gal 8.00 2 4-1
4 4 Vegas Condo 8.00 3.4 7-1
3 3 Current Affair 15.00 3.7 7-1
7 7 Skatingthroughlife 4.50 3.9 7-1
5 5 Miss Wendy Sue 20.00 4.1 8-1
10 10 Sparrow 12.00 SCRATCH
9 9 Blissterinthesun 8.00 SCRATCH

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.