Good Luck

Posted by wynn on Jan 14, 2010 in Buy-in, Table Talk | 0 comments

No, this is not another post on how I lost to donkeys blessed with exceptionally good luck on the river to overcome 19-to-1 longshots. I was in a tournament yesterday (I rarely play tournaments) and was sitting next to a solid player that was about tied with me for chip leader. He goes all-in. I am out of the hand and wished him good luck. This player sat on my...

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Sitting Down

Posted by wynn on Dec 26, 2009 in Buy-in, Table Talk | 0 comments

When I sit down at the poker table, I am completely focused on each player. I am looking for habits, strengths, and weaknesses. Here is a short list of what I am looking for: What kinds of hands do each player play? Are they playing “good” hands or any Ace or any face card? Where does each player play from? Are they playing any position or late...

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