by Ayers Ratliff, Northfield Park Publicity Department
Ayers Ratliff offers his picks for the $10,000 Pick-4 at Northfield Park on Dec. 4, part of the U.S. Trotting Association Strategic Wagering Program.
Northfield Park Pick-4, Races 8-11, Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2012
On Tuesday (Dec. 4), Northfield Park will be offering a $10,000 guaranteed pool in the Pick-4. The Pick-4 has a reduced takeout rate of just 14 percent and starts in the eighth race.
$1 play: 34/19/19/5 = $8
Analysis:
Race 8: (3) Dynomite Sam could prevail in here if he minds his manners. (4) Tin Roof faced this level in her most recent start and was the runner-up; could be victorious tonight.
Race 9: (1) Farmer Jones had drawn two eight holes in a row; draws the rail tonight and looks to capitalize. (9) Motown Mellow looks to do well in here if she minds her manners.
Race 10: (1) Tieler Bea Hotspur has not been drawing well at all; draws the rail here and has a big shot to do well. (9) Quickpop could be victorious in his Cleveland debut.
Race 11: (5) Rock Bottom faces much easier tonight and this field looks to be at his mercy.