Gulfstream Park Picks: H. Allen Jerkens Horse Betting Analysis

The H. Allen Jerkins takes place at Gulfstream Park. The following guide will provide expert analysis and Gulfstream Park Picks for Saturday card from Hallandale Beach.

The featured race will return to the turf after moving to the tapeta during renovations last year. Defending champion, Valued Engineering, returns but will have stiff competition in this year’s event.

Full Card Analysis

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Gulfstream Park Picks – Race 1

Post: 12:10 PM ET; $50k Maiden Optional Claiming going 7 f on dirt; Entries: 7

• #7 MAUNA KEA BOUND (6-5) secures the top pick. A formidable threat to break loose on the front end.
• #5 SMOKE WAGON (7-2) appears to be targeting minor placings in this contest. A potential danger to break loose on the front end.
• #2 HEY RIVER (4-1) seems destined for minor placings. Boasting solid early pace figures in a race lacking substantial front-running speed.
• #3 ADIOS PAPA CHICO (8-1) seems bound for minor placings. Expected to sit mid-pack and make a run with solid early pace figures in a race lacking considerable front-running speed.

Selections: 7 – 5 – 2 – 3

Gulfstream Park Picks – Race 2

Post: 12:38 PM ET; $26k Claiming going 5 f on all weather; Entries: 10

• #9 HEALS THE SOUL (8-5) claims the top spot. Proven ability to handle these conditions in previous starts and competing against decent company.
• #2 EXECUTIVE SEARCH (6-1) is a strong contender. Competing for the Barboza barn and guided by Saez.
• #8 EXCHANGE DAY (3-1) is a significant player. Running consistently with pace figures that suit a moderately paced race. Ready to deliver a noteworthy performance.
• #1 FROSTED FAITH (4-1) is a contender. Running races good enough to outclass this group.

Selections: 9 – 2 – 8 – 1

Gulfstream Park Picks – Race 3

Post: 1:07 PM ET; $22k Claiming going 5 1/2 f on all weather; Entries: 7

• #1 TOP LOOK (9-5) gets the top selection. Running races good enough to surpass this group. Partnering with Delgado and Ortiz.
• #7 SHE’S SO BEARRISH (5-2) is a significant player. Expected to handle the distance well, running evenly with a fair pace scenario.
• #2 BABY’S DIALED IN (5-1) is a strong contender. Displaying consistency in recent starts and ready for a notable performance.
• #4 TOVIA (7-2) isn’t without hope. Going out for the Delgado barn and guided by Ortiz.

Selections: 1 – 7 – 2 – 4

Gulfstream Park Picks – Race 4

Post: 1:36 PM ET; $35k Maiden Claiming going 1 1/16 m on turf; Entries: 8

• #2 ENTICING SUNSET (7-2) claims the top selection. A formidable threat to break loose on the front end, entering the race in excellent form.
• #5 PANTHER CROSSING (5-1) is a strong contender. The class of the field.
• #1 RED HOT SPARK (9-2) is a significant player. Competing well on speed figures and with solid early pace figures in a race lacking substantial front-running speed.
• #3 LETS GO KOKO (8-1) isn’t without hope. Well-bred for this spot and running races good enough to surpass this group.

Selections: 2 – 5 – 1 – 3

Gulfstream Park Picks – Race 5

Post: 2:05 PM ET; $26k Claiming going 1 m 70 y on all weather; Entries: 7

• #3 THETHRILLOFVICTORY (6-5) claims the top selection. Unfazed by the distance and running races good enough to surpass this group.
• #6 VARIABLE COST (6-1) is a significant player. Making sense on speed figures.
• #2 BELLY OF JELLY (4-1) is a strong contender. Running races good enough to outclass this group.
• #7 MEDIA SENSATION (7-2) is a significant player. Running races good enough to surpass this group and competing against decent company.

Selections: 3 – 6 – 2 – 7

Gulfstream Park Picks – Race 6

Post: 2:34 PM ET; $35k Maiden Claiming going 5 1/2 f on all weather; Entries: 8

• #1 ISAYSO (3-1) gets the top spot. A good bet to hit the board in this type of race.
• #7 LUCY’S COOKIE (8-5) is a strong contender. A dangerous threat to break loose on the front end, running races good enough to surpass this group.
• #6 MO TWILIGHT (7-2) is a significant player. Unfazed by the distance and consistently solid in recent starts, ready for a big performance.
• #5 OYA THUNDER (10-1) is a price horse and a valuable inclusion. Proven ability to handle these conditions in previous starts.

Selections: 1 – 7 – 6 – 5

Gulfstream Park Picks – Race 7

Post: 3:04 PM ET; $36k Claiming going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 7

• #7 UNIKEE (4-1) secures the top pick. Running races good enough to surpass this group.
• #1 AUSTONIAN (5-1) is a strong contender. Making sense on speed figures and running evenly with a fair pace scenario.
• #2 PRACTIKO (1-1) has a shot in this race. Boasting the top overall power rating in the group.
• #5 MAPTITUDE (9-2) has a shot in this race. Proven ability to handle these conditions in previous starts.

Selections: 7 – 1 – 2 – 5

Gulfstream Park Picks – Race 8

Post: 3:33 PM ET; $70k Maiden Special Weight going 1 m on turf; Entries: 12

• #6 LAURISTON (8-1) is the top pick. Expected improvement off the first start, and ready to deliver a big performance.
• #3 MITOLE MAGIC (5-1) is a strong contender. Running for the combination of Brown and Ortiz, with the pedigree to be a major player.
• #5 AGRA (6-1) has a shot in this race. Possessing the pedigree to be a significant player and making sense on speed figures.
• #9 HIDDEN PRESENCE (6-1) isn’t without hope. Running races good enough to surpass this group, with tactical speed for a stalk and pounce trip.

Selections: 6 – 3 – 5 – 9

Gulfstream Park Picks – Race 9

Post: 4:02 PM ET; $36k Claiming going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 7

• #3 GANGLY (5-2) secures the top spot. The class of the field.
• #4 CELESTIAL GLAZE (9-5) is a strong contender. Rolling late with a good closing kick that could secure victory. Solid early pace figures in a race lacking substantial front-running speed.
• #5 FLOAT ON (3-1) is a fringe contender. Competing against decent company, with the top overall power rating in the group.
• #2 FRIAR TUCK (20-1) is a price horse and an intriguing inclusion. Making sense on speed figures and posing a dangerous threat to break loose on the front end.

Selections: 3 – 4 – 5 – 2

Gulfstream Park Picks – Race 10

Post: 4:32 PM ET; $72k Allowance Optional Claiming going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 7

• #5 SUPER CHOW (8-5) is the best bet on the card. Unfazed by the distance and running for the combination of Delgado and Ortiz. Bet today’s best bet of the card on BetUS.
• #1 AVANT GLORY (7-2) has a shot in this race. Running consistently with pace figures suitable for a moderately paced race.
• #2 X Y POINT (6-1) is a fringe contender. The class of the field.
• #4 TICKING (12-1) is a price horse and an intriguing inclusion. Going out for the Plesa barn with Lopez in the irons.

Selections: 5 – 1 – 2 – 4

Gulfstream Park Picks – Race 11

Post: 5:02 PM ET; $100k H. Allen Jerkens H. going 2 m on turf; Entries: 10

• #8 MCLOVIN (5-2) claims the top spot. Unfazed by the distance.
• #10 SHAWDYSHAWDYSHAWDY (8-1) is a significant player. Going out for the Maker barn with Zayas in the irons, making sense on speed figures.
• #1 VALUE ENGINEERING (2-1) has a shot in this race. Running races good enough to surpass this group and competing against decent company.
• #7 CATCH THAT PARTY (8-1) isn’t without hope. Competing against decent company and unfazed by the distance.

Selections: 8 – 10 – 1 – 7

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