Ratliff’s Picks: Aug. 27 Nfld
August 27, 2013,by Ayers Ratliff, for Northfield Park
Ayers Ratliff offers his picks for the $10,000 Pick-4 at Northfield Park on Aug. 27, part of the U.S. Trotting Association Strategic Wagering Program.
Northfield Park Pick-4, races 8-11, Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013
On Tuesday, August 27, 2013 Northfield Park will be offering a $10,000 guaranteed pool in the Pick-4. The Pick-4 has a reduced take-out rate of just 14 percent and starts in the eighth race.
$1 play: 57/13/37/239 = $24.00
Analysis:
Race 8: (5) Smallsreed – Still in search of his first win in 2013 but may find it tonight. (7) CR Chips N Dip – Lanny hands the lines to Aaron and looks for some results.
Race 9: (1) Vaniscape – Draws the inside advantage and that advantage may be the key to doing well tonight. (3) Comon Big Money – Has been the runner-up two races in a row but could garner the gold tonight.
Race 10: (3) Artistic Dreamer – Drops in class and looks to be at a level where he is ultra-competitive. (7) Vintage Art – Has three wins in a row and could do well again tonight.
Race 11: (2) Legal Option – Drops in class and looks to be at a level where he could get the job done. (3) Bucks Big Win – Another with a big shot to do well in here. (9) Bonners Creek – Should get a good trip from the second tier.