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 SUNDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 30
Race 1: 3- Southern Kid – Made the ticket in three of his last four starts; could step-up and lead the ticket this time around.
1- Senator’s Reason – Has two wins in a row and looks to be tough again tonight. 5- Lucrative Strike – Could add value to the
ticket. 4- Kanawha – Looks to be in the thick of the action.
Race 2: 3- Broadway Ginnie – Gets the top-call to start the Pick 5. 1- Frank The Fish – Finished second last time out and
looks to be right there again tonight. 5- MJ’s Heartbreaker – Could add value to the ticket.
Race 3: 4- Pine Knot Tuff – Finished second last time out from post-8; could score with this improved post.
7- Woodyintheshade – Could do well in here despite the poor post draw. 2- ER Volcano – Draws well and looks to be in the
thick of the action. 5- Dontwasteourtime – Should not be overlooked as a solid contender in here.
Race 4: 2- Jigtime Jones – Draws well and could score with the right trip. 3- Bound To Score – Another that looks to have a
big shot in here. 1- Pace Seelster – Could make the ticket from the rail. 5- Southwind Whiski – Has as good of a shot as any
in here to complete the Superfecta.
Race 5: 1- Benns Clearout – Draws the inside advantage could use that advantage to be successful in here. 8- I’ve Got SpiritLooks to be tough despite starting from the far outside. 3- Charleston Hall – Looks to be tough if he minds his manners.
7- Jailhouse Hooch – Could add value to the exotics.
Race 6: 4- Jet Airliner – Was a beaten favorite last time out but could prevail for his backers this time around. 3- Keystone
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