In a new segment on www.thehorses.com, the Edmonton Sun's handicapper offers insight on Saturday's race seven at Northlands Park.

Play of the Week for Saturday, July 4, 2009
Weather Forecast: 19C with isolated showers
Current Track Bias: Fair
Race 7, The Spangled Jimmy HCP MILE
Approximate Post Time: 3:42 p.m.
The Play: #4 Codio
The Field:
 #/Horse/Morning line odds/Jockey
1. Teagues Fight, 9/5, Stephen Heiler
2. Test Boy, 4/1, Rickey Walcott
3. Diamond Doc, 9/2, Perry Winters
4. Codio, 8/1, Jake Barton    
5. Zuri Mwana, 2-1, Shannon Beauregard

Projected Pace Scenario: Codio should be in an ideal stalking trip in this small field and be in a good position late in the lane.
Play of the Week:
# 4 Codio makes his second start (in 2009) on this strip for prominent trainer Greg Tracy, who is no stranger to capturing stake wins. Codio closed well going shorter after a slow start in the Journal HCP. Purchased as a yearling for $350,000, Codio has two wins and two second place finishes from five starts at this distance. Jockey Jake Barton will be calling the shots for this good looking son of Doneraile Court.
Record of Top Selections (YTD)
Plays    Win    Place    Show
4                       1    
It’s no secret that the key to ensuring a profitable day at the races requires accurate decision making. This analysis has been designed to help both novice and experienced players select that one special horse deemed to be the best wager of any horse running that day. The Play of the Week will be available for every Saturday’s live racing card at Northlands Park.
 
Please remember that this analysis is just a suggestion, so your wagering should be made within your own comfort level. Every effort has been made to ensure the program numbers are correct but you are strongly encouraged to double check with the official Northlands Park race program before placing your bet. Good Luck!
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