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”TUESDAY EVENING, JANUARY 2
Race 1: 3- Lion Image – Draws well and could be successful with the right trip. 2- Chips So Fast – Drops in class and looks to be tough in here. 4- Mister Oliver – One of several in here that could make the ticket. 1- Detailer – Looks to be in the thick of the action from the rail.
Race 2: 2- Ball Don’t Lie – Made the ticket in both of his most recent efforts; could step-up and lead that ticket this time around. 7- I Like It Hot – Could do well in here at decent odds. 6- CJ’s Real Deal – Finished second last time out and could be right there again tonight. 3- Mcenroe Hall – Could add value to the exotics.
Race 3: 5- Intuitive Writer – Has four wins in a row and looks to keep the streak alive to start tonight’s Pick 5. 1- Little Foil – Could be tough from the rail. 3- It’s Saul Goode – Won his most recent effort but faces tougher foes this time around.
Race 4: 1- Lightninginthesky – Draws the inside advantage and could use that advantage to be successful this time around. 2- Next Of Cam – Another that has a big shot in here. 6- Teahouse Hall – One of several in here that could make the ticket. 4- Winter Cruise – Has as good of a shot as any in here to complete the Superfecta.
Race 5: 2- Booyah T J – Drops in class and could be successful at this level of competition. 3- Benns Clearout – Could do well upon coming to Northfield. 5- Hooray For Willie – Made the ticket in all three of his most recent races and looks to be right there again tonight. 8- Wheres The Clicker – Could grab a piece of the action despite starting from the far outside.
Race 6: 1- Easy Ace – Was a winner last time...



