Gulfstream Park Horse Racing Picks and Predictions for Friday, March 6

Handicappers at Gulfstream Park face an interesting 10-race card on Friday, March 6, with several allowance contests offering competitive events. First post is scheduled for 12:50 p.m. ET/9:50 a.m. PT. While no stakes races are featured, opportunities for savvy betting exist.

Mr. Ed’s Selections for Gulfstream Park, Friday (3/06)

Race 1 — $42K Starter Allowance for 3YOs (1 mile, Turf)

For the Daily Double, Mr. Ed favors a pair: #4 NOT NOW NICK (8-1 morning line) with Rajiv Maragh riding, trained by Dan Hurtak, and #7 RAMSES THE GREAT (5-2) with Miguel Vasquez up, trained by Nolan Ramsey. Experience is key in this race.

GULFSTREAM PARK SELECTION: $5 Daily Double of 4,7/3,6. ($20)

Race 2 (1:20 p.m. ET/10:20 a.m. PT) — $28K Claiming for Fillies and Mares, 3YOs & Up (6½ furlongs)

To complete the Daily Double, Mr. Ed suggests either #3 ALLURING SERENITY (6-1 morning line) with Katie Davis riding for trainer Vern Allinson, or #6 ALONGCOMESAWOMAN from the Gustavo Delgado barn with veteran rider Javier Castellano.

Race 4 (2:20 p.m. ET/11:20 a.m. PT) — $24.5K Claiming for 4YOs and Up (5 furlongs, Tapeta surface)

Mr. Ed is betting on the favorite, #6 MAITRE D (8-5 morning line) for trainer Carlos David and top rider Irad Ortiz, Jr. The gelding’s recent form suggests a strong chance of victory against a weaker field.

GULFSTREAM PARK SELECTION: $20 to Win. ($20)

Race 5 (2:51 p.m. ET/11:51 a.m. PT) — $54K Allowance for FL-bred 3YOs (1 mile, Turf)

Mr. Ed likes three contenders: #1 MY FAVORITE BIRD (9-2 morning line) with Jose Morelos riding; #4 SQUIRE (9-5) with David Egan on board; and #6 BRONZE BULLET (5-2) with Irad Ortiz, Jr.

GULFSTREAM PARK SELECTION: $5 Exacta Box of 1,4,6. ($30)

Race 6 (3:22 p.m. ET/12:22 p.m. PT) — $24.5K Claiming for Fillies and Mares, 4YOs & Up (7 furlongs)

Mr. Ed is betting on #1 WIDERTHANAMILE (7-2 morning line) for trainer Antonio Sano with Nik Juarez riding. The filly is expected to repeat her winning performance from the rail position.

GULFSTREAM PARK SELECTION: $10 to Win. ($10)

Race 7 (3:53 p.m. ET/12:53 p.m. PT) — $86K Allowance Claiming for 3YO fillies (5 furlongs, Grass)

Mr. Ed’s pick is #4 PILLAR OF BEAUTY (5-1 morning line) for Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott, with David Egan returning to the saddle. A recent quick drill enhances her appeal.

GULFSTREAM PARK SELECTION: $10 to Win & Place. ($20)

Races 8-10 (4:23 p.m. ET/1:23 p.m. PT) — $1 Pick 3

R8: 1,5,7

R9: 4,5,7

R10: 2,3,8,9 ($36)

Race 8 (4:23 p.m. ET/1:23 p.m. PT) — $34K Maiden Claiming for 3YOs (6 furlongs)

Mr. Ed is betting on a trio: #1 SONIC SURGE (2-1 morning line) adds Lasix for trainer George Weaver with an upgrade to Tyler Gaffalione; #5 EPICO (7-2) for trainer Antonio Sano, who adds blinkers; and #7 STARSHIP JULIETTE (3-1) for Will Walden with Irad Ortiz, Jr. Aboard.

GULFSTREAM PARK SELECTION: $5 Exacta Box of 1,5,7. ($30)

TOTAL WAGERS: $166

Saturday at Tampa Bay

An 11-race card at Tampa Bay Downs, highlighted by the Tampa Bay Derby for 3YOs on the Kentucky Derby trail, begins at 12:15 p.m. ET/9:15 a.m. PT. Several stakes races are also scheduled. Top riders including Flavien Prat, Johnny Velasquez, Irad Ortiz, Jr., and Samuel Marin will participate. Exclusive selections will be available on VSiN.com.