by Al Cimaglia
May 28, 2023
Northfield Park has a solid 15-race card scheduled. The $1.00 Late Pick 4 starts in Race 11. The sequence has a $10,000 guaranteed pool with a very low 14% takeout, and it will be my focus.
Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.
Race 11
1-Lancaster Hill (2-1)-Came out of the clouds with a 54.2 back half to sweep by for the win at the same class. Was aided by a super quick pace, 53.4 to the half mile marker. Deserves respect, but the question is whether Davis Jr can win by wiring this field.
6-Captainofrocknroll (7/1)-Ronnie Wrenn gets the assignment as Davis Jr stuck with the one above. Will stake a swing for a solid price as this 5-year-old has cashed checks versus better and it could be the night to seal the deal versus this kind. Chris Page has enough gate speed to land a good early seat and could be right there at the wire with a slick drive.
Race 12
1-She's Loveable (8/5)-Burke trainee tried Lasix for the 2nd time and won by 3 lengths over #2 in this field. This filly could be getting better, so that's why it could pay to use. But not liking the short price and not sold that she lays over this field.
4-O U Stacey (7-1)-Page steers the one above and Anthony MacDonald will take a seat. My guess is AMac will leave and look to get the pocket behind #1. If that happens chances for an upset at a nice price go up.
5-Sister Charlie (4-1)-There are 2 problems with Charlie, will probably be over bet because of Merriman and doesn't pass foes down the lane. Using due to the lack of confidence in the program choice, does show some early speed and could be a trip out candidate.
Race 13
2-Carolina Beach (7/2)-Tossing the last start at the Meadows in the slop, should be a player versus this kind with this post draw. Does well racing on the point or in the pocket and either one is a good possibility tonight.
7-Saulsbrook Genesis (9/5)-The morning line chalk should be driven aggressively by Wrenn and could be out and rolling looking for the lead. Has hit the board in 8 of 9 here with 3 pictures and should be a main player in a tough race.
8-Bernie (8-1)-Not looking for this veteran to get an early lead but Stahl could land in a good seat and be in striking range. The Big Jim 7-year-old can catch the leaders if the fractions are hot.
Race 14
1-Southwind Amazon (7/2)-The 13-year-old millionaire still can take down a field with the right set-up. Fits well with this crew and could be on the engine or in the 2-hole, and either can lead to another picture.
4-Bettor Than Spring (7-1)-Comes off a win and bumps up a few levels. Has beaten straight Open company here back in January, so shouldn't blush at the competition. This gelding can leave in a hurry when dialed on high and could land just in front of or in the pocket behind #1.
$1.00 Late Pick 4
1,6/1,4,5/2,7,8/1,4
Total Bet=$36
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