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.
TUESDAY EVENING, APRIL 16
Race 1: 1- Trillionair – Has a TrackMaster speed rating that is much better than most in the field; looking fo a good effort off the rail. 7- Just
Crowned – An “outsider” that looks to be tough in here. 9- McLassic – Looks to be a solid contender from the second tier. 2- E R Michael – Looks to
be in the thick of the action from the inside.
Race 2: 3- Shamma Lamma – Was very impressive in his debut, this is a colt we need to watch out for. 2- My Pal Coach – Draws well and looks to
be a solid contender. 1- Chance To See – Didn’t get thee best of trips last week, will try his luck on a half tonight.
Race 3: 5- Hip Hop Star – Throw out the last start as a fluke after a slow beginning; if he is put into the race early, he is dangerous. 7- Crankitino– Could do well despite starting from the outside. 3- Adios Man – Could make the ticket from the inside. 1- Rock Hard – Could add value to the
exotics.
Race 4: 2- Standing Proud – Drops in class and could get the job done. 1- Gotta Laugh Again – Draws well this week following a couple of tough
efforts, definite play. 4- Cadillac Phil – One of several in here that could make the ticket. 6- Velocity U Bet – Has as good of a shot as any in here to
complete the Superfecta.
Race 5: 7- Emerald Chip– Gets a tough draw to the outside this week following a game effort last week. 1- Command The Fire – Was a runaway at
Pompano; could be tough from the rail. 3- Johny Victory – Drops in class and looks to be a big contender in here. 9- Zogwijk Sophia – Draws well in
the second tier and looks to be in the thick of the action.
Race 6: 3- Northern Sportsman – Has been hitting the board at a consistent rate, that consistency should benefit this colt. 9- Tanner J – Adds Lasix
for the first time this evening after a tough start to 2019; one to watch. 2- Mcleish – Could make the ticket and improve from the inside. 1- Feelin
American– Draws well and looks to be in the thick of the action.
Race 7: 1- Gideon Seelster – Was a winner last out and could score again to start the Pick 4. 5- Roan Color – Could be tough from mid-pack. 3- Jets
Surprise – Could add value to the ticket.
Race 8: 1- T T Tucker – Looks to be in top-form and could post a big victory here from the rail. 8- Hupomone – Another that looks to have a big shot
in here if he can stay flat. 6- Stormont Wizard– Has been racing very well as of late, looks tough from mid-pack. 3- Neymar – Could grab a piece of
the action from the inside.
Race 9: 2- Mcair – Has been racing well and that trend looks to continue and could start the 20¢ Northfield Single Six. 5- The Thunder Rolls – Could
be tough from this spot looks for his fifth win in a row. 1- Odds On Columbus – Could add value to the ticket.
Race 10: 6- Montana Pablo A – Has struggled in his last couple of races, facing easier this week should help. 1- Ruffy’s Desire – Has the ability to be
prominently placed on this ticket. 4- Hes Well Connected – One of several in here that could make the ticket 3- Oneisalonelynumber – Has as good
of a shot as any in here to complete the Superfecta.
Race 11: 2- Native’s Best Bet – Moves up in class and looks to be the one that starts the Pick 4. 1- Ucan Wait And See – Draws well following a very
good start to the season, definitely a player. 9- RJ’s Dragon – Could add value to the ticket.
Race 12: 2- Raiders Boy – Draws the inside advantage and could use that advantage to be successful in here. 3- Island Jet – Should be a solid contender from this spot. 7- Rock To Glory – One of several in here that could make the ticket. 5- Unix Hanover – Could add value to the exotics.
Race 13: 4- Swan On The Bank – Draws well and could prevail with the right trip. 1- Just A Steady Hall – Could be prominently placed on this ticket with a good draw to the inside. 6- Mesmerized – One of several in here that could make the ticket. 3- Jackie Goldstein – Looks to be in the thick of
the action. 5- Kick A Lot – Could grab a minor share of the 20¢ Super High Five.
Race 14: 5- Higgins – Has won two straight races both while being on or near the lead; expect him to be close. 2- Cenovis – Looks to be a solid contender from the inside. 4- Chipchompinchampin – Draws well and looks to be a solid contender. 6- Fancy Footworrk – Could be in the thick of the
action at decent odds.
Race 15: 5- Concept – Looks to be the one that leads off the Late Double. 9- At My Request – Faces this group again following a break last out; could
be tough from the second tier. 2- Anastasia Gem – Draws well and looks to be in the thick of the action. 3- Distorted Dream – Could add value to the
exotics.
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