by Bob Pandolfo

Bob Pandolfo offers his picks for the $50,000 Pick-4 at Meadowlands Racetrack on Dec. 26, part of the U.S. Trotting Association Strategic Wagering Program.

Meadowlands Pick-4, Races 9-12, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015

My last Pick-4 of $8 lost, leaving me down $87.60 for the fall meet with one hit. I’m going to start with a new bankroll for the long winter meet. Tonight’s card is good one with a bunch of big fields and wide open races.

Standard Ticket: 50 cent play: 378/258/3578/2 = $18
Whale Ticket: 50 cent play: none

Analysis:

Race 9: The Late Pick-4 starts in race nine tonight and it’s wide open. I’m using three here but you could make a case for a few others.

Race 10: Again I’m going to use three. I feel pretty confident that I’ll get through this leg with (5) Fanticipation, (8) Cndiana Jones and (2) Bettor Chill Out.

Race 11: This is another tough race and I used all four of my listed contenders.

Race 12: If I get through the first three legs, everything will be riding on my Best Bet, (2) Exhilarated, who drops while in solid form.