Northfield Track Announcer Ayers Ratliff’s free handicapping tips are provided for 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, MARCH 27
Race 1: 5- High Blue – Gets the top-call to take tonight’s opener. 4- Julians Caesar – Made the ticket in both of his most recent efforts and looks to be right there again tonight. 9- Parnell – Should be in the thick of the action from the second tier. 2- Pay The Winner – Looks to be in the thick of the action.
Race 2: 4- Strother – Drops in class and looks to be able to score at this level of competition. 3- Instant Thrill – Finished second last time out and looks for another strong performance. 6- Wellthereyougo – One of several in here that could make the ticket. 1- Here Comes Hudd – Could garner a minor share from the rail.
Race 3: 2- Like Old Times – Won her most recent effort and looks to score again tonight. 1- Viewlander – Looks to be a tough competitor from the rail. 5- Buzzen Garland – One of several in here that could make the ticket.
Race 4: 3- Let Loose Hanover – Won his most recent effort and could strike again tonight. 6- Luckey Rei – Looks to be in good from and could post a strong performance. 1- Clem – Should be in the thick of the action from the rail. 7- Man He Can Skoot – Has as good of a shot as any in here to complete the Superfecta.
Race 5: 9- Mesmerized – Was a winner last time out and could post another victory here. 7- Pathian – Looks to be tough upon coming to Cleveland. 2- Express Justice – Draws well and could be tough with the right trip. 5- Star Chip – Should not be overlooked as a solid contender in here.
Race 6: 6- Cold Hearted Shark – Draws into a race where several could win; this one gets the slight call over the others to get the job done. 2- Talbotcreek Armani...