Northfield Track Announcer Ayers Ratliff’s free handicapping tips are provided for our IdaBet.com players.
Remember, due to their draw schedule, picks are made in advance and do not account for scratches or late driver changes.
From the “Ayers Above MONDAY EVENING, APRIL 16
Race 1: 2- Chad – Draws into a race where several could win; this one gets the slight call over the others to take tonight’s opener. 4- Vaya Con Dios – Looks to be
tough in here if he minds his manners. 1- At My Request – Could be a factor with a clean effort. 5- Winbak Charles M – Should get a good trip from mid-pack.
Race 2: 2- Nothin Fancy – Was claimed after a game effort last week where he was caught three-wide around the first turn, expect a strong effort. 7- Krusty The
Clown – Looks to be tough at this level of competition. 5- Zoom On Romeo – Has a good amount of early speed to contend with, expect improvement 2nd time
Lasix. 1- Ace Of Sharks– Could add value from the inside.
Race 3: 5- Cams Fernando– Didn’t get the best trip from post eight last week, post improvement makes him tough. 1- Man He Can Skoot – Finished second last
time out and could be right there again tonight. 3- Librado Hanover– Has been racing well at Northfield, drop in class plays to his favor.
Race 4: 3- Greatheart Hanover – Has been plagued with some tough posts, draw is a big helper tonight. 4- Lucky King – Another with a big shot in here.
1- Burton Blue Chip – New shooter coming in from Buffalo this week, could be tough from the rail. 8- Always A Fighter – Has as good of a shot as any in here to
complete the Superfecta.
Race 5: 4- Higgins – Improved nicely first off the claim for trainer Paul Holzman, expecting a big effort tonight. 3- Archetto Hanover – Has the ability to be
prominently placed on this ticket. 1- Smart Move – Should get a good trip from the inside. 8- Grandkids...