by Ayers Ratliff, Northfield Park Publicity Department

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

Northfield Park Pick-4, Races 8-11, Monday, June 4, 2012

On Monday, June 4, 2012 Northfield Park will be offering a $15,000 guaranteed pool in the Pick-4. The Pick-4 has a reduced take-out rate of just 14% (the lowest in harness racing) and starts in the eighth race.

$1 play: 15/35/6/4 = $4.00

Race 8: (1) No Fault Friskie – Has shown signs of life; could be tough from the rail.
(5) Major Story – Just won this class and looks to remain undefeated in 2012.

Race 9: (3) Hot Mandy – Just won this class and could do well again.
(5) Upfrontdragonswest – Looks to make his Cleveland debut a winning one.

Race 10: (6) Destiny Rides – Leaves New York and looks to find Ohio competition more to his liking.

Race 11: (4) Elegant Mystique – Has hit the ticket 10 of 12 starts with 5 wins; gets her sixth seasonal win here.