by Ayers Ratliff
On Friday, May 4, 2012 Northfield Park will be offering a $35,000 guaranteed pool in the Pick-4 which includes a carryover of $9,574.31. The Pick-4 has a reduced take-out rate of just 14 percent (the lowest in harness racing) and starts in the eighth race.
TRACK ANNOUNCER AYERS RATLIFF’S FRIDAY PICK-4 PLAY:
2-4/1-4/1-4/2 = $8.00
Analysis:
Race 8: 2- Panna Nichole – Has been on the board for three straight races; looks to keep that streak alive. 4- Connie’s Marti – Looks to be in tip top form and should be able to do well again.
Race 9: 1- Sharon Spur – Rises greatly in class but draws the inside and has been pacing fast enough to do well. 4- Gadjet – Looks to be extremely sharp and can win here if she maintains her excellent form.
Race 10: 1- Jordan Jeffrey – Makes his second start on Lasix and his first start from a good post. 4- Ron Jeremy – Drops in class and looks to be one of the main contenders.
Race 11: 2- Theprincessdeals – Has already won eight times this year and looks to lead this field from start to finish.