Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks for Thursday, February 20, 2025

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
Grand Jefe 0 0-1
6 6 Grand Jefe 2.00 1 2-1
2 2 Isaac Leo 1.80 2.1 4-1
3 3 Sweet Lazarus 8.00 2.8 5-1
7 7 Georgeisimportant 20.00 3.2 6-1
1 1 Kharif 12.00 4.1 8-1
5 5 Valiant Package 15.00 5.6 11-1
4 4 Asbury 2.50 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
Gray Lark 0 0-1
6 6 Gray Lark 3.00 1 2-1
10 10 Diamonds N Thrills 2.50 3.3 6-1
5 5 Miss Morgan 3.50 3.7 7-1
7 7 Trumpetta 8.00 5.1 10-1
1 1 Ruby River 15.00 7.6 14-1
8 8 Grand Sticker 6.00 7.7 15-1
4 4 Splash Dive 20.00 8.5 16-1
9 9 J J’s Honor 30.00 9 17-1
3 3 Gwenniethebutcher 30.00 9.1 17-1
2 2 Zennas Word 8.00 10 19-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
5 5 Supers Lucky Lady 1.00 1 2-1
2 2 Evanora 4.00 3.2 6-1
7 7 New Diamond 4.50 3.5 7-1
3 3 Princess Blakely 5.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 R Queen Candy 10.00 3.5 7-1
1 1 Corona Princess 12.00 3.7 7-1
4 4 Call Me Penny 15.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
Shace Sloane 0 0-1
3 3 Ragman 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Shace Sloane 2.00 2.2 4-1
4 4 Irish Wish 1.80 4.2 8-1
7 7 Solo Me 12.00 5.8 11-1
5 5 A Million Stories 5.00 6 11-1
6 6 Samlargue 20.00 6.5 12-1
2 2 Esperanzito 20.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 French Laundry (GB) 10.00 1 2-1
10 10 Typey 6.00 2 4-1
8 8 Leo Toro 3.00 2.2 4-1
6 6 More Money Hunny 8.00 3.4 6-1
9 9 Wudhooh 3.50 4.3 8-1
5 5 Minari 20.00 4.6 9-1
1 1 La Scaloneta 4.50 4.8 9-1
3 3 Hockey 15.00 5.4 10-1
7 7 Crimson 8.00 SCRATCH
2 2 Bah Humbug 12.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 6 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Lady Monique 4.50 1 2-1
5 5 How Bout Dat 5.00 3 6-1
1 1 Field of Blossoms 3.00 3.5 7-1
2 2 Darling Darley 8.00 4 7-1
3 3 Gullfaxi 1.40 SCRATCH
6 6 Happy World 6.00 SCRATCH

RACE NUMBER 7 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Bubbly Champagne 2.50 1 2-1
5 5 Be Here Now 4.00 1.6 3-1
2 2 Reassess 3.50 3.3 6-1
4 4 Oya Thunder 2.00 3.7 7-1
6 6 Citrus Belle 8.00 6.7 13-1
3 3 R Awesome Sauce 12.00 6.7 13-1
7 7 Diamonds for Lily 15.00 7 13-1

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

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Awesome Spirit Gal (FR) 12.00 1 2-1
6 6 Shade of Pale 2.50 2.8 5-1
3 3 Aspen Dawn 1.80 3.6 7-1
7 7 Le Beau 3.50 4.7 9-1
1 1 Dea Matrona (FR) 6.00 5.3 10-1
5 5 Mexican Sugar 20.00 5.6 11-1
2 2 Ms. Tart 6.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 9 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
3 3 Cocktail Kisses 3.00 1 2-1
1 1 Champagne On Ice 6.00 1.5 3-1
2 2 Hippy Hippy Shake 6.00 2 4-1
4 4 Hysterics 10.00 3.5 7-1
6 6 Starlight Luna 30.00 5.6 11-1
7 7 Vekoma’s War 2.00 6.2 12-1
9 9 Awesome Campaign 6.00 6.7 13-1
5 5 Goodys Girl 20.00 7.3 14-1
8 8 Temple City Taboo 8.00 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.