by Ayers Ratliff, Northfield Park Publicity Department
Ayers Ratliff offers his picks for the $10,000 Pick-4 at Northfield Park on Jan. 10, part of the U.S. Trotting Association Strategic Wagering Program. Northfield Park Pick-4, Races 8-11, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2012 On Tuesday, January 10, Northfield Park is again offering a $10,000 guaranteed Pick-4 pool. Northfield Park’s Pick-4 starts in race eight and offers a 14 percent takeout rate (the lowest in harness racing). $2 play: 59/1/5/12 = $8 Analysis: Race 8: (9) Big T Counting Z’s. His last performance cannot be put into words, nor could it be believed by its viewers. (5) Polo Clyde has been showing consistent strides of improvement; should do well again. Race 9: (1) Classy Rocket. Rideout is doing nothing short of amazing with her; steps up in class but still looks the best. Race 10: (5) Bay Shark. Ehrhardt appears to have performed a complete transformation here, too; giving a strong call again. Race 11: (1) Gyrader has been receiving poor racing luck and bad trips; should get a good trip from the pole. (20 Intrepid Orion drops in class, draws well and should be able to compete well.