by Ayers Ratliff, Northfield Park Publicity Department
Ayers Ratliff offers his picks for the $15,000 Pick-4 at Northfield Park on March 20, part of the U.S. Trotting Association Strategic Wagering Program.
Northfield Park Pick-4, Races 8-11, Tuesday, March 20, 2012
On Tuesday, March 20, Northfield Park will be offering a $15,000 guaranteed pool in the Pick-4. The Pick-4 has a reduced takeout rate of just 14 percent (the lowest in harness racing) and starts in the eighth race.
$1 play: 129/4/259/134 = $27
Analysis:
Race 8: (1) Expensive Siren draws the rail and is first time Lasix. (2) Blue Scootin Matt makes his second start off of a layoff and should improve. (9) Pro Symbol should get a good trip from the second tier.
Race 9: (4) Northmedo Esther draws into a much easier division than she drew into last week; should get the job done tonight.
Race 10: (2) Cruisin Waverly draws into a good spot and should be able to secure a spot on the ticket. (5) Irish Raider drops in class and looks to be the one to beat. (9) On The Shady Side was an impressive winner last start but faces tougher competition tonight.
Race 11: (1) Legacy Chip should be able to make her presence felt from the rail. (3) Fried By Five gets some class relief and draws well, too. (4) Onemorelap comes up in class but does so off of a game effort against a solid horse.