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What is Straddle in poker?

Straddle

A straddle is an extra bet placed before any cards are dealt where the person straddling usually closes the preflop action. Most commonly, a poker straddle is twice the big blind and made by the player under the gun. Some casinos permit button straddles (Mississippi Straddle) as well.

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