Posts Tagged ‘Online Poker’
3 Profit-Creating Tips for Delayed C-Betting (via Lucid Poker)
When solvers first erupted onto the scene, they showed us that the optimal c-betting strategy is generally aggressive. Because of this, delayed c-betting became less of a concern for studying. However, this aspect of the game should still be studied if you want to be the best player at your table. In this article, I…
Read MoreTop Poker Pro Borrows Common Low Stakes Tactic ($99,136 Pot)
Let’s visit the top of the poker food chain! The following hand took place in an online nosebleed $500/$1,000 ($200 ante) cash game. The players who went to war for a nearly six-figure pot are Linus Loeliger and Kevin Paque. What more can you want? Let’s dive right in! Preflop Action The effective stacks to…
Read MoreWhen Should You Set Mine with a Pocket Pair? These 5 Tips Will Clear Things Up.
You call a raise with pocket sevens and stare anxiously as the dealer reveals the flop… Queen… Jack… SEVEN! As soon as you see that seven, your anxiety fades and your eyes dart to count your opponent’s stack. You’re going to try to get it all. There is nothing in poker like the thrill of…
Read MoreHow to Play Ten-Seven Suited in Cash Games
Ten-Seven suited is one of those hands that seems just barely good enough to play. It’s suited and relatively connected, so hitting a straight or flush is an enticing thought. That being said, it’s not strong enough to play in many situations. This article covers the following: How to play it in all the common…
Read MoreWhat Is Showdown Value & Why Does It Matter?
Understanding showdown value is one key to becoming a winning poker player. It is a fundamental concept that shapes postflop strategy and in this article, I will do my best to explain what it means and why it’s important. Let’s dive in! What is Showdown Value? Showdown value refers to how often a certain hand…
Read MoreSuited Connectors: 5 Strategic Mistakes Poker Players Should Avoid
It can be tough to know when (and how) to play a suited connector in Texas Hold’em. If you neglect to consider important factors — such as stack sizes and your opponent’s tendencies — you will likely make a costly mistake with these hands. You’re about to read 5 tips that will help you understand…
Read More10 Quick Poker Strategy Tips That Will Help Your Game
10 Quick Poker Strategy Tips That Will Help Your Game If you’re looking for easy to remember and quick poker tips that will help you win at No Limit Hold’em, you’re in luck! Today we’ve compiled 10 tactics and strategies that will make you a more confident and profitable poker player. Now, this list won’t…
Read MoreChecking Flop With Top Pair: When Should You Do It?
If you continuation bet every time you hit top pair on the flop, you make yourself easy to play against. Every top player knows that there are certain situations in which you must check top pair (at least some of the time) in order to protect your checking range. Examples of such situations are the…
Read MoreHow to Play Six-Four Suited in Cash Games
Six-Four suited (64-suited) is a good-looking hand, but most people don’t play it correctly. In this guide, I’ll help you eliminate the most frequent mistakes that I see players make with 64-suited. Here’s what I’m about to cover: How to play 64-suited in all the common preflop situations 3 tips for playing 64-suited when you…
Read MorePoker Coach Rivers The Nuts in High Stakes Cash Game ($26,543 Analysis)
Upswing Lab coach David Yan spent part of this past summer battling in high stakes cash games online. Today’s hand analysis is going to look at a $26,543 pot that he played in a $50/$100 game on GGPoker vs Tobias Duthweiler. For those who don’t know, Tobias is one of the world’s best cash game…
Read MoreTop Poker Player Hits Gutshot Straight Draw for $34,000 (Analysis)
Buckle up! For today’s article, I am breaking down a huge pot played between Linus Loeliger and GoofyMonkey in a $100/$200 online cash game. A sick turn card that completes a sneaky draw sends this hand off the rails. Without any further ado, let’s jump right into the action! Preflop Action GoofyMonkey opens up the action…
Read MoreHow to Play Seven-Five Suited in Cash Games
Getting dealt Seven-Five suited (75-suited) makes me feel like a pirate. ARGH, I’m about to steal that pot of gold in the middle. But to play this hand profitably, you must be smart about it. You can’t try to steal the pot every time you’re dealt this suited gapper. This quick guide to playing 75-suited…
Read More3 Tips For Playing Paired Boards (via Lucid Poker)
Paired boards are interesting as they present unique characteristics that may throw off even seasoned players. This article delves into the essential concepts for navigating paired boards effectively. We’ll explore how to assess relative hand strength and recognize situations ripe for controlled aggression or cautious restraint. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a dedicated learner,…
Read MoreHow to Play Combo Draws in Cash Games
Combo draws are super strong hands, especially on the flop… …but their value can obviously change drastically by the time you reach the river. You may end up with a strong five-card hand, a total airball, or something in between (like one pair). To help you navigate this dynamic, this article covers how to play…
Read More3 Tips For Playing Sets to Help You Get Max Value (via Lucid Poker)
There’s no doubt about it: Flopping a set is one of the most profitable scenarios in poker. However, the way you play these flopped sets can significantly affect your overall profitability. In this article, I am going to share 3 essential tips for playing your flopped sets effectively. I used the Lucid Poker Trainer to…
Read MoreHow to Play Ace-Jack Suited in Cash Games
Ace-Jack suited is one of the strongest hands you can get dealt in No Limit Hold’em. You should expect to win a good amount of money with it (on average). There are, however, some fundamental mistakes that you should avoid when holding this powerful suited Ace. In this article, I will break down how to…
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