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Santa Anita Picks & Predictions — June 6, 2026

Saturday, June 6, 202610 racesSanta Anita

It's a beautiful Saturday at Santa Anita — partly cloudy skies, 77°F, and a 10-race card that mixes maiden sprints, allowance battles, and a turf stakes worth circling in red. Conditions look ideal for both the dirt and turf courses, so surface preferences should play out cleanly today.

The card kicks off with a pair of maiden specials and flows into a turf stakes in Race 8 that features our top longshot of the day. There's plenty of meat on the bone from first post to last, whether you're hunting a single winner or building multi-race tickets.

Three races are open to all TrackWiz readers — Races 1, 2, and 3 — and our top picks there alone span a 6/1 shot, a heavy favorite, and a solid 9/5 play in an allowance sprint. Premium subscribers get the full story on all 10.

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Race 1

8:00 PM EDT

Maiden Special Weight · 6 1/2 fur · Turf

A wide-open maiden turf sprint where the morning-line favorite isn't our top pick — TrackWiz ratings flip the script and point to a 6/1 shot with a commanding edge over the field.

win9Seeking AttentionML 6/1

Seeking Attention draws our top rating at 82.71 — a significant gap above the next cluster of contenders — which is exactly the kind of separation we like to see in maiden company. Trainer Peter Eurton has a knack for spotting grass opportunities, and at 6/1 on the morning line, there's genuine value here if Armando Ayuso can find a good spot early on the 6 1/2-furlong turf trip. The average speed figure of 57 matches the leaders in this field, and with the highest TrackWiz rating by a wide margin, Seeking Attention is our clear top choice. This is a strong value play in a race where the chalk may be overbet.

place5Somerset WestML 9/5

Somerset West draws the 9/5 morning-line favorite tab for a reason — trainer John W. Sadler is one of the best grass conditioners in Southern California, and Joel Rosario in the irons is never a throwaway. The TrackWiz rating of 58.67 leads the 'second tier' of this field, and an average speed figure of 57 matches the top horses. If Seeking Attention hits any traffic or trouble, Somerset West is the most likely beneficiary.

show1GoodiesML 5/2

Goodies opens at 5/2 under the Philip D'Amato barn — another trainer with a strong grass record at Santa Anita — and carries a solid 57.5 TrackWiz rating that keeps her firmly in the mix. With a speed figure of 57 and Hector Isaac Berrios in the saddle, this one profiles as a stalker type who could pick up pieces if the pace gets heated up front. A useful third in exotics given the connections.

Race 2

8:30 PM EDT

Maiden Special Weight · 1 mi · Dirt

Proud Racer looks like the dominant force in this maiden dirt mile, but the real question is whether Ottis Betts and Hungover can make it interesting at prices.

win1Proud RacerML 4/5

Proud Racer is priced at 4/5 on the morning line, and frankly, the TrackWiz rating of 90 justifies every penny of that favoritism — it's the highest rating in the race by more than 14 points. Trainer Peter Miller sends out Juan J. Hernandez, a top-tier rider who knows how to get the job done on a one-mile dirt route. The average speed figure of 55 is competitive here, and in maiden company, a horse this far ahead on ratings is a legitimate banker in multi-race exotics. The only real question is price — at 4/5, you'll need to use him underneath in keys.

place3Ottis BettsML 6/1

Ottis Betts at 6/1 is the most intriguing price in this field — a TrackWiz rating of 75.71 puts him a clear second in the hierarchy, and trainer Ronald W. Ellis has the horse pointing at the right distance with a speed figure of 54. With Armando Ayuso up, he gets a capable hand for the one-mile route. If Proud Racer does anything unexpected — wide trip, slow break — Ottis Betts is your most likely alternate.

show5HungoverML 5/1

Hungover is an interesting third option at 5/1 — Joel Rosario rarely takes a throwaway mount, and a TrackWiz rating of 62.89 from the Ryan Hanson barn gives this one legitimate third-place credentials. The speed figure of 54 is right in line with the mid-pack, and Rosario's tactical awareness on a mile dirt route means he'll be right there for a piece if the race sets up right. A solid show ticket and a useful part of your exacta keys.

Race 3

9:00 PM EDT

Allowance Optional Claiming · 6 fur · Dirt

The allowance optional claiming sprint sets up as a duel between a pair of experienced winners — Red Flag carries the best rating and a 33% career win rate, but Santarena and Comedy Town won't go away quietly.

win1Red FlagML 9/5

Red Flag is our top selection with an 88.83 TrackWiz rating, the highest in the field by a healthy margin, backed by a 33% career win percentage that speaks to genuine class. Trainer Jeff Mullins is sharp with horses in this condition level, and Tiago Josue Pereira gets the call in what should be a competitive six-furlong dirt sprint. The average speed figure of 56 is tied for best in the field, and at 9/5 on the morning line, the public has already caught on — but the numbers support the price. Bet with confidence.

place4SantarenaML 2/1

Santarena drew Joel Rosario — always a good sign — and posts a 77.81 TrackWiz rating that puts her firmly in the mix despite a modest 9% career win rate. Trainer Mark Glatt has quietly become one of the more reliable conditioners in Southern California, and a speed figure of 56 matches the top horses in this sprint. The 2/1 morning line suggests she'll be well-supported, and rightfully so as our place selection.

show5Comedy TownML 4/1

Comedy Town at 4/1 is a sneaky good third option — a 75.53 TrackWiz rating and a speed figure of 56 put this one right in the thick of the pace scenario for trainer George Papaprodromou. A 19% career win rate shows some ability to close the deal, and Hector Isaac Berrios has been riding with purpose lately. If the pace gets hot up front between the top two, Comedy Town could be the one picking up the pieces for show.

Our three free races give you a little bit of everything. Race 1 opens on the turf at 6½ furlongs, where Seeking Attention catches our eye at 6/1 morning line — a potential overlay if the early pace sets up favorably. Race 2 flips to a one-mile dirt maiden and Proud Racer comes in as a heavy 4/5 chalk with a 90.0 TrackWiz rating, the highest of the entire card. Respect the number. Race 3 is a 6-furlong dirt allowance optional claimer where Red Flag at 9/5 profiles as a class-solid contender posting an 88.83 rating — strong enough that we wouldn't be surprised to see this one never face a serious threat.

One thread connecting the first three races: the dirt looks fast and fair today, which typically rewards horses that can get to the lead or press from just off it. Keep an eye on early fractions in Race 2 — how Proud Racer handles them will tell you a lot about what to expect from dirt runners later in the card.

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Race 4

9:30 PM EDT

Allowance Optional Claiming · 1 mi · Turf

This turf mile allowance optional claimer has a genuine pace battle brewing, with the morning-line favorite not matching up to the TrackWiz top two — value hunters should take notice.

win5Matt At FiveML 9/2

Matt At Five stands out with an 84.90 TrackWiz rating and — crucially — a 50% career win rate, the highest among the main contenders in this field. Trainer Peter Miller is reliable at this condition level, and Hector Isaac Berrios gets the call for a horse who has proven he can close the deal when pointed right. The average speed figure of 56 is tied for best in the field, and at 9/2 on the morning line, you're getting a legitimate top selection at a price that beats the morning-line favorite. This is where the value lives in Race 4.

place9Bro BroML 3/1

Bro Bro is a strong place contender at 3/1 — a 83.47 TrackWiz rating and a 33% career win rate make him one of the most well-rounded profiles on the card. Trainer Doug F. O'Neill has solid turf runners, and Juan J. Hernandez is a natural fit for the mile grass route. With a speed figure of 56 and a rating just a tick behind our top pick, this horse is the kind of reliable place anchor that holds up multi-race tickets.

show2Prince DolceML 2/1

Prince Dolce is the morning-line favorite at 2/1, and while our top two outrate him, a 77.22 TrackWiz score and 23% career win rate keep him firmly in the conversation. Ricardo Gonzalez handles the mount for trainer Steve R. Knapp, and a speed figure of 55 is competitive. He's the horse the public will back hardest, which means the show pool could be thin — use him in exactas and trifectas rather than straight show wagers.

Race 5

10:04 PM EDT

Maiden Special Weight · 5 1/2 fur · Dirt

A maiden dirt sprint where the TrackWiz ratings reveal a massive hidden standout — the 5/1 morning-line shot Positive Times rates 25 points clear of the field favorite, making this a potential overlay situation.

win4Positive TimesML 5/1

Positive Times is our standout at an 84.17 TrackWiz rating — a significant gap above the rest of this maiden field, and the morning line of 5/1 is a number we'll happily take. Trainer Ryan Hanson sends out Edwin A. Maldonado, who has strong awareness in sprint situations, and a speed figure of 55 is solid for this level. In maiden company, a horse with this kind of ratings separation and a digestible price is exactly the kind of horse you build your ticket around — this is our best bet of Race 5.

place3Confidence ManML 8/5

Confidence Man draws the 8/5 morning-line chalk, and while the public clearly loves him, a 59.00 TrackWiz rating and speed figure of 56 (best in field) give him legitimate credentials for at least a piece. Trainer Brian J. Koriner has Armando Ayuso up, which adds tactical value in a shorter sprint. Even if he gets beat by Positive Times, the speed figure suggests he's capable of finishing well, making him a safe place selection.

show7What Has BeenML 5/1

What Has Been at 5/1 is an interesting third option with a 53.33 TrackWiz rating and a speed figure of 55 that puts him right in the middle of the pack. Trainer Edward R. Freeman keeps Kyle Frey aboard, and in a short maiden sprint, pace setup matters — if the front-runners tire, What Has Been could be rolling late. A useful show ticket and worth including in trifecta combinations.

Race 6

10:35 PM EDT

Claiming · 6 fur · Turf

A full field of twelve in a turf claiming sprint, and our analysis finds the value well off the pace — Empress Matilda leads the ratings at 4/1, but Cloudy Women at 5/1 makes for a compelling secondary target.

win9Empress MatildaML 4/1

Empress Matilda tops our ratings at 85.62 — the highest figure in a deep, competitive field — and at 4/1 on the morning line, this is a legitimate value play in a twelve-horse turf claiming sprint. Trainer Robert B. Hess Jr. sends out Kent J. Desormeaux, a Hall of Famer who is as dangerous as anyone around a six-furlong turf course. The speed figure of 56 is tied for the top of the field, and in a race where the pace scenario could get complicated, having a horse with this rating margin is a meaningful edge. This is our Race 6 top selection.

place11Cloudy WomenML 5/1

Cloudy Women at 5/1 is a strong place candidate — a 71.44 TrackWiz rating and a speed figure of 56 put her right in the mix for trainer Sergio Morfin, with Armando Ayuso handling the mount. The 9% career win rate might look modest, but in a claiming field this deep, it's about finishing consistently, and the ratings support a spot in the exotics. A natural second choice behind our top pick.

show5Lady MaryannML 7/2

Lady Maryann draws a 7/2 morning line — the second shortest in the race — and carries a 65.90 TrackWiz rating with a speed figure of 56 for trainer Jorge Gutierrez. Hector Isaac Berrios is an underrated name on a horse at this price, and a 4% career win rate in a competitive field still puts this one in the money conversation. She's the chalk-adjacent show option and a sensible place to anchor your trifecta bottom.

Race 7

11:20 PM EDT

Claiming · 5 1/2 fur · Dirt

Windribbon is a clear standout on ratings in this claiming sprint, but Chasin Munny draws top-notch handling from Joel Rosario at 2/1, setting up a potential pace battle between two legitimate contenders.

win3WindribbonML 5/2

Windribbon posts an 87.81 TrackWiz rating — the top figure in this field by more than 12 points — and the 5/2 morning line is a fair price for a horse this clearly ahead on numbers. Trainer Jose Hernandez Jr. puts Armando Ayuso in the irons, and a 20% career win rate and average speed figure of 55 both support the idea that this horse knows how to compete at this level. In a 5 1/2-furlong claiming sprint, a horse with this rating gap often leads wire to wire — this is our Race 7 top play.

place7Chasin MunnyML 2/1

Chasin Munny at 2/1 is the public's choice, and Joel Rosario rarely climbs aboard a horse he doesn't believe in. A 75.75 TrackWiz rating and 21% career win rate from trainer Librado Barocio make this a legitimate contender, even if our analysis ranks him second. A speed figure of 56 — best in the field — suggests he's capable of posting a big number, and if Windribbon hits any trouble, Chasin Munny is right there to steal it.

show6Run Abboudy RunML 10/1

Run Abboudy Run opens at 10/1, making this our value angle for the race — a 70.70 TrackWiz rating is the third-best in the field, and trainer Jesus J. Uranga has the horse ready with a 20% career win rate. Salvador R. Vargas handles the mount, and while the lack of a recorded speed figure creates some uncertainty, the rating alone justifies inclusion in trifecta plays at a juicy price. A legitimate longshot show option with real upside.

Race 8

11:51 PM EDT

Stakes · 1 mi · Turf

The stakes race on turf is wide open — our top-rated pick opens at 10/1 while the 9/5 morning-line chalk rates below the winner and one other horse, signaling a potential upset opportunity for savvy players.

win7Wild Like the WestML 10/1

Wild Like the West is our top selection at 76.88 — the highest TrackWiz rating in the field — and the 10/1 morning line represents outstanding value in a stakes spot. Trainer Richard Baltas has a strong grass record, and Armando Ayuso handles the one-mile turf trip for a horse with a 16% career win rate that actually understates the ability level suggested by our ratings. This is a clear overlay situation — the public money will flow toward Light Won Up at 9/5, leaving Wild Like the West at a price that shouldn't last. Get on early.

place9Light Won UpML 9/5

Light Won Up opens as the 9/5 morning-line choice with a 74.75 TrackWiz rating, a 50% career win rate, and the best average speed figure in the field at 57. Trainer Doug F. O'Neill and Juan J. Hernandez form a strong partnership, and this horse has the credentials to be right there at the wire. Our analysis rates Wild Like the West above, but Light Won Up is firmly the second-best option and a natural place anchor for exotic tickets.

show2InboxML 7/2

Inbox draws Joel Rosario — one of the best grass jockeys in the country — and posts a 50% career win rate with trainer Philip D'Amato, who runs three horses in this race alone and clearly knows this spot well. A 55.83 TrackWiz rating and speed figure of 54 aren't the biggest numbers in the field, but D'Amato's turf savvy and Rosario's finishing kick make this one worth including in trifectas at 7/2. The barn angle alone is enough to keep Inbox on your ticket.

Race 9

12:21 AM EDT

Claiming · 1 mi · Dirt

A ten-horse dirt mile claiming race with genuine depth — our top pick carries the highest TrackWiz rating at 5/1 while the morning-line favorite Hard to Figure rates second, setting up an intriguing overlay spot.

win5Mighty KaiML 5/1

Mighty Kai leads Race 9 with an 84.17 TrackWiz rating — a meaningful edge in a ten-horse claiming field — and the 5/1 morning line is well above what the number deserves. Trainer Steve M. Sherman has Tiago Josue Pereira up, and a 16% career win rate shows this horse has delivered before at this level. In a one-mile dirt route, the pace scenario often determines everything — and with a horse this highly rated at this price, we're happy to make Mighty Kai our Race 9 best bet.

place2Hard to FigureML 2/1

Hard to Figure is the morning-line favorite at 2/1, and a 74.77 TrackWiz rating backs up that market support. Juan J. Hernandez handles the mount for trainer Ronald W. Ellis, and an 8% career win rate doesn't dim what the ratings say about this horse's overall form. A speed figure of 55 is among the best in the field, and if the pace sets up kindly, Hard to Figure has every right to run a big number. A solid place anchor even if we think Mighty Kai tops him.

show3DuranML 5/1

Duran opens at 5/1 with a 59.37 TrackWiz rating and a 21% career win rate — one of the better closing percentages in this field — giving trainer Isidro Tamayo a legitimate contender for the show spot. Armando Ayuso handles the ride, and while the speed figure of 51 is below average for the group, the win rate suggests Duran knows how to find a way to finish. A sensible third in trifecta construction and worth a straight show bet at 5/1.

Race 10

12:51 AM EDT

Maiden Claiming · 6 1/2 fur · Turf

A sprawling fourteen-horse maiden claiming turf route to close the card — Greys Over Bays has a commanding ratings advantage, but Winika at 3/1 gives the ticket a solid secondary anchor in a field full of first-timers and lightly raced types.

win14Greys Over BaysML 9/2

Greys Over Bays sits atop the TrackWiz ratings at 83.34 — more than 20 points clear of the third-best horse in the field — making this a standout selection in an otherwise thin maiden claiming turf field. Tyler Baze handles the mount for trainer Sean McCarthy, and a speed figure of 54 is right in line with the pace figures we'd expect over this 6 1/2-furlong grass route. At 9/2 on the morning line, you're getting a horse with a significant ratings advantage at a price that won't embarrass you at the window. Our top pick to close the card.

place4WinikaML 3/1

Winika at 3/1 is the most likely threat to our top pick, posting a 62.26 TrackWiz rating — the second-best in the field — under trainer Jeff Mullins, who knows his way around a turf route. Juan J. Hernandez takes the mount, which is an upgrade in a maiden claiming spot, and a speed figure of 53 is competitive. With the Jeff Mullins–Juan J. Hernandez combo, this one won't be easy to beat for place, and at 3/1, it's a perfectly reasonable place wager.

show13Sunny CreedML 5/1

Sunny Creed at 5/1 is our third selection with a 53.33 TrackWiz rating and trainer Jeff Mullins also calling the shots here — meaning Mullins runs two of our top three in this race, which is worth noting as a barn angle. Kyle Frey handles the ride, and a speed figure of 55 is actually the best in our top three picks, suggesting she's capable of running a sharper number than her rating implies. A solid show ticket and useful in trifectas underneath our top two.

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Bottom line: today's Santa Anita card is deep, conditions are cooperative, and there's genuine value scattered from Race 1 all the way to Race 10. Start with Proud Racer in Race 2 as your anchor, keep Red Flag on your radar in Race 3, and don't sleep on Seeking Attention as a price play in the opener. For the full 10-race breakdown — including our Wild Like the West longshot case and exotic ticket strategies — head over to your TrackWiz subscriber dashboard. See you in the winner's circle.

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