Mixed Hold’em

Mixed Hold’em

introduces a new form of poker that combines elements of limit, pot-limit, and no-limit hold'em, aiming to create more post-flop action and excitement for both players and viewers, with the game transitioning from limit play pre-flop, to pot-limit on the flop, and finally to no-limit on the turn and river, thus emphasizing post-flop skills and offering a dynamic playing experience
Pot-Limit Omaha: The PokerTek Angle

Pot-Limit Omaha: The PokerTek Angle

he potential of pot-limit Omaha (PLO) games in Las Vegas, emphasizing the advantages of PokerTek's electronic poker tables in making PLO more accessible and affordable for players, and how these tables can cater to both new and existing poker players by offering smaller stakes games
Profile of a Typical Omaha Hi-Lo Fish

Profile of a Typical Omaha Hi-Lo Fish

common characteristics of inexperienced Omaha Hi-Lo players, highlighting their tendencies to play too loosely, misconceptions about hand quality and pot dynamics, and their lack of adaptability to the changing value of hands post-flop, ultimately providing insights into how seasoned players can exploit these weaknesses
Some Mistakes Down Under

Some Mistakes Down Under

author's experiences and strategic errors during poker tournaments in Melbourne, particularly during the Aussie Millions event, emphasizing the importance of decision-making, pot odds, and risk assessment, while also highlighting the vibrant poker scene and unique personalities in the Australian and New Zealand poker community
Seat Selection in PLO

Seat Selection in PLO

the importance of choosing the right seat in Pot-Limit Omaha poker, highlighting the strategic advantage of having tight players on one's left and aggressive players or those with bigger stacks on the right, to optimize control and play with positional advantage
Poker Bankroll Management : Will I Go Broke?

Poker Bankroll Management : Will I Go Broke?

intricacies of managing a poker bankroll, emphasizing the importance of making informed decisions, understanding variance and earn rate, and adopting strategies to minimize the risk of depleting one's bankroll, while also discussing the balance between short-term variance and long-term earn rate in determining optimal play and bankroll strategies
Playing Trash Hands in Limit Hold’em

Playing Trash Hands in Limit Hold’em

strategies for playing weak hands in limit hold'em, emphasizing that while playing strong hands is straightforward, there are situations where players might have no significant hand post-flop but can still leverage opportunities to bluff or steal pots, especially when considering pot odds, opponent tendencies, and the number of players in the hand
Winning Preflop in Omaha Hi-Lo

Winning Preflop in Omaha Hi-Lo

the importance of selective hand choice in Omaha Hi-Lo poker, highlighting that many beginners' primary mistake is playing too many starting hands, and underscores the value of well-coordinated hands that can win in both high and low directions, ultimately stressing that a player's edge largely comes from superior preflop decisions compared to opponents
Why Every Poker Player is Unlucky

Why Every Poker Player is Unlucky

the inherent role of luck in poker, arguing that every player experiences both good and bad luck in various forms, and emphasizes the importance of recognizing these nuances, avoiding the trap of selective memory, and focusing on making informed decisions rather than dwelling on perceived injustices in the game