Ratliff’s Picks: April 2 Nfld
April 2, 2012,by Ayers Ratliff, Northfield Park Publicity Department
Ayers Ratliff offers his picks for the $15,000 Pick-4 at Northfield Park on April 2, part of the U.S. Trotting Association Strategic Wagering Program.
Northfield Park Pick-4, Races 8-11, Monday, April 2, 2012
On Monday, April 2, Northfield Park will be offering a $15,000 guaranteed pool in the Pick-4. The Pick-4 has a reduced takeout rate of just 14 percent (the lowest in harness racing) and starts in the eighth race.
$1 play: 34/259/34/349 = $36
Analysis:
Race 8: (3) Where U At showed ability last year, had an impressive qualifier and looks to win his sophomore debut. (4) Nathan has natural ability and could do well with a favorable trip.
Race 9: (2) Cummingsandgoings is one of several who could do very well in this field. (5) My Mystique may be rounding into better form and has a big chance in here. (9) Nora’s Dream T should get a good trip from the second tier.
Race 10: (3) Guile’s Boy gets the slight call in this race where many of them could be the winner. (4) Dragoninthekash looks to be improving and will be right there if he maintains his improved form.
Race 11: (3) Racy Matt showed a large improvement last week and could win here if he maintains his improved form. (4) Ata Ata. Melloy hands the lines to Noble and looks for favorable results. (9) Panoramic Picture drops in class and should get a good trip from the second tier.