by Ayers Ratliff, Northfield Park Publicity Department

Ayers Ratliff offers his picks for the $15,000 Pick-4 at Northfield Park on July 24, part of the U.S. Trotting Association Strategic Wagering Program.

Northfield Park Pick-4, Races 8-11, Tuesday, July 24, 2012

On Tuesday (July 24), Northfield Park is offering a $15,000 guaranteed total 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: 15/14/36/12 = $16

Analysis:

Race 8: (1) Ron Jeremy dropped to this level last time but drew post eight; should be a different story from the pole. (5) Reverse The Curse has the ability to do well in here with a little racing luck.

Race 9: (1) Rocky’s Hoot looks to do well in his Cleveland debut. (4) Australian Stock has won two races in a row and looks for a third straight victory tonight.

Race 10: (3) Cervante Bluestone looks to be improving and could win another. (6) Hanky Slpanky won against cheaper; could do well in here, too.

Race 11: (1) Legends Never Rest drops in class and looks to do well in his Cleveland debut. (2) Foxy’s Desire has rounded into good form and looks to race well again tonight.