by Ayers Ratliff, Northfield Park Publicity Department
Ayers Ratliff offers his picks for the $10,000 Pick-4 at Northfield Park on Jan. 11, part of the U.S. Trotting Association Strategic Wagering Program. Northfield Park Pick-4, Races 8-11, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2012 On Wednesday, January 11, 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). $1 play: 256/56/346/39 = $36 Analysis: Race 8: (2) SF Stampede was a game winner in his last race but faces a bit tougher competition tonight. (5) Kollateral Damage dropped to this level last start and raced well; could get the top prize tonight. (6) DM Ion may be the best in here but may not be 100 percent; should be better next start. Race 9: (5) Legacy Chip goes for her sixth straight win and looks to be able to achieve it. (6) Pinnochio. Classy trotter comes to Cleveland; could be prepping to return to Pennsylvania. Race 10: (3) Dr Jacks Shack has talent but appears to be a bit of a sulker; could respond to Angus if he is aggressive. (4) Names Fame is one of several with a big chance in here. (6) Cambest In Motion drops in class and may be the best in here but does not look to get a favorable trip. Race 11: (3) Sunny Victory moved to the Angus barn and that move has been waking up everyone who goes there. (9) Filou Dream could win if he is at his best; but his form may be suspect.