Playing against drunk players can be a lot of fun, but it can also be dangerous. I’ve noticed that when a player wins against a drunk player they are very satisfied, but when they lose they tend to go on tilt a lot more easily. I think the reasoning behind this lies in the fact [...]
Whether you’re playing online or in live play, 9 times out of 10 I would not slow play pocket aces. I’ll talk about the times slow playing pocket aces might be a good idea, but generally, you want to get the most chips in the pot with the best hand, not put the most chips [...]
There are several types of texas holdem hands. The first type is a pocket pair. Pocket pairs are great hands, but they are also dangerous. If you are playing the best pocket pairs: AA, KK, or QQ, you are almost always a huge favorite before the flop. If you are playing medium and low pocket [...]
Playing poker in a large tournament field environment can be intimidating, but it’s actually a lot easier than it seems, almost textbook, in fact. It really comes down to folding a lot and picking your spots to make moves, whether with the best or worst hand, depending on your read of your opponent’s hand strength; [...]
I’m getting ready to head off to Atlantic City for the weekend for some 2-5 no limit holdem poker action and a $330 buy-in NL tournament on Sunday. Before I take off, I wanted to share the importance of putting opponents on a hand. Improving this skill has been my biggest payout…and it will be [...]
I’m getting ready to head off to Atlantic City for the weekend for some 2-5 no limit holdem poker action and a $330 buy-in NL tournament on Sunday. Before I take off, I wanted to share the importance of putting opponents on a hand. Improving this skill has been my biggest payout…and it will be [...]
I’m getting ready to head off to Atlantic City for the weekend for some 2-5 no limit holdem poker action and a $330 buy-in NL tournament on Sunday. Before I take off, I wanted to share the importance of putting opponents on a hand. Improving this skill has been my biggest payout…and it will be [...]
I’m getting ready to head off to Atlantic City for the weekend for some 2-5 no limit holdem poker action and a $330 buy-in NL tournament on Sunday. Before I take off, I wanted to share the importance of putting opponents on a hand. Improving this skill has been my biggest payout…and it will be [...]
So you think you have what it takes to play poker for a living, do you? Me too! But maybe it’s not as glorious as it seems… I recently hit up Atlantic City and headed straight to the Taj Mahal, looking for some 2-5 No Limit Holdem action. I sat down after a long drive [...]
So what exactly does high stakes poker have in common with the American health care system anyway? Both involve painful situations involving a lot of money, and most times you lose your ass. So I decided to take my mom out of that grubby skilled nursing facility, and take care of her at home. I become a [...]
Everyone knows that poker has exploded to become a worldwide phenomenon. We even know how. It was those little, tiny cameras embedded in the tables that enabled viewers to see the cards. Not only can we enjoy the drama of the game, but millions of us were able to learn how to play without having [...]
Roller coasters and poker tournaments have a lot in common. You pay for both before you go and you might lose your stomach. Don’t be afraid to raise it up and get your chips in. You already lost your money when you bought in, so you might as well play for the dream. I headed to a $110 24-person home tournament [...]
Playing poker tournaments with friends is a great time and you’ll get know their style, but it’s not going to make you any better in the long run. I’m a firm believer that you can’t grow hanging around the same people, which is why I’ve never stayed put…so try playing at a casino or evening making a long trip for your next [...]
Pop Quiz: Your opponent has black aces. The flop is 28K with one heart. Which hand has a better chance of catching up and winning? Red queens or 56 of hearts? Read on for the runner runner… Have you been finding ways to keep yourself interested while not in a hand? Like the flop is AK5 [...]