Ratliff’s Picks: June 24 Nfld
June 24, 2013,by Ayers Ratliff, Northfield Park Publicity Department
Ayers Ratliff offers his picks for the $10,000 Pick-4 at Northfield Park on June 24, part of the U.S. Trotting Association Strategic Wagering Program. Northfield Park Pick-4, races 8-11, Monday, June 24, 2013 On Monday, June 24, 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 13/124/5678/125 = $72.00 Analysis: Race 8: (1) – Dannys Atthedance – Draws the inside advantage and that advantage may be key to doing well tonight. (3) – Thiswayorthehighwy – Moves to the Eckley barn and could be successful right out of the box. Race 9: (1) – Forever Happy – Looks to make his presence felt in here from the rail. (2) – Royal Morn – Merriman returns to the bike and was a winner the last time he drove this one. (4) – Bruisen N Cruisen – Was a winner last time in 1:53 and should score again with a repeat of that effort. Race 11: (1) – Jenna’s Dream – raced poorly last time out but has ability rebound tonight. (2) – Heza Star Cruiser – Has the ability to win tonight if he can rebound from his dismal performance last start. (5) – Danny Noonan – Has been racing very well but is facing much tougher competition tonight.
Race 10: (5) Lite Me Up – Has proven to be a solid competitor at this level of competition and looks to be solid again tonight. (6) – Winbak Dimensions – Makes his second start off of a layoff and has reason to improve. (7) – ER Pacman – Could have an impact tonight despite the poor post draw. (8) – Rockin Finish – Just won at Scioto in 52 and has the ability to win again despite starting from the outside.