Ace of Spades Poker

You may ask the question what is the role of mathematics in the game of poker. You will be surprised to learn that one of the most significant aspects of poker is the primary role played by mathematics. There are myriad players competing against each other in online poker games and it is imperative that you should know the basic probabilities, odds and other statistical data to make the right decisions. Learning about the contribution of mathematics in poker will help you in being successful in the game.

Phil Laak doing the maths on High Stakes Poker

The mathematical facet should be used in various situations but it should be remembered that all games cannot be won by incessantly using this concept. Luck plays an important role as well. For example If your are playing online poker and had started with 1500 coins along with 10 opponents and now you are at 2000 chips then the simple calculation is that blinds have increased from $100-$200 and a $25 ante. This is a terrible hand but you would be calling because the small blind would have been battered and has only 500 chips remaining and he would bet it all. That is your mathematical advantage. A harmonious blend of calculations and luck would help you to win the game.

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Comments (0) Nov 06 2009

LOL DONKAMENTS anyone? Eli Elezra gets hella durrrred and makes probably the silliest call of the whole Poker After Dark cash game… It’s so gorgeous to see Tom Dwan just take pot after pot, knowing where he’s at in so many of these hands and just clearly betting the perfect amounts at any point throughout these hands.

DURRRR FOR PRESIDENT!

Comments (0) Oct 01 2009

Quick instructional video from online video poker blogger dlperrio from Full Tilt’s 45-man $11 MTT’s. Good stuff tbh.

Comments (0) Aug 05 2009

A lot of players lose a tall stack of chips even with a big hand like pocket aces or pocket kings because they don’t know how to play their cards properly. When you have pairs of queens, kings, or aces— the big pairs— you need to be conscious about your chips, previous bets, and position in the game.

Previous Bets and Position

You have to know where you are in the battle field. If you are in an early position, it will be a difficult play but it is wise to raise three to four times of the big blind. With this move, you can lure the other players to call or to re-raise your bet.

In mid position, you will have an idea how your hand should be played. Let us say, a player raises 3 times above the big blind, it will be a good choice if you can re-raise his bet about 2 to 2.5 times more. Doing a re-pop will uncover your opponents camouflage and see what he is made of.

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Comments (0) Jul 11 2009

Doyle Brunson going up against MIT genius Andy Bloch’s pocket Queens on Poker After Dark.

Comments (0) Jul 11 2009

When Daniel Negreanu came onto the scene, people knew that the game was on. Though Negreanu is known to be the funny guy at the table, he is also a formidable opponent that can sneak in attack plays when people least expect it. Daniel was born on July 26, 1974. Little do many people know, he was born in Ontario, Canada. Daniel Negreanu has managed to change his life dramatically and work through all of the difficulties that it took for him to make it where he is today, despite any shortcomings standing in the way. Daniel Negreanu has made a name for himself as one of the best poker players around and has shot his way up to poker stardom in no time. Starting from where it all began and going back to where Daniel first came onto the scene could serve as a good stepping stone toward finding out more about who he is and the person inside as well. As a teen, he chose to drop out of high school and put his energy into playing poker and learning more about the game so that he could earn more money. Though a career in professional poker may not have always been in the future for Daniel Negreanu, or at least anticipated, he has managed to break through and build up more success for himself than anyone could have imagined. Daniel Negreanu has traveled a long and bumpy road to get where he is and make it to the top. Many people will see poker stars like him and make the mistake of thinking that it is easy, yet, they could not be further from the truth – which most people will be able to tell you. Negreanu would practice playing poker for limitless hours on end when he knew that he wanted to play poker for the long haul and make a big difference. Known for his playful and funny demeanor and attitude at the poker tables, he goes by the nickname of “Kid Poker”. Playing in tournaments and small cash games would soon help Daniel in making a foundation of skill, which would be needed to strengthen how he played and build his status as a serious poker opponent. Daniel Negreanu has earned at least four WSOP bracelets and about thirty-four money finishes under his belt. Negreanu has made more than seven million dollars to add to his financial portfolio and continues to be yet another dominating force to be reckoned with in the world of poker. Read More

Comments (0) May 24 2009

This hand from High Stakes Poker shows the high level of thinking in the heads of great poker minds like Todd Brunson, Daniel Negreanu and Sammy Farha.

I have to say I honestly think Daniel Negreanu HAD to make this call considering the size of the pot — but then again, if he would have been right — this would have been a killer laydown. This is why I love Daniel Negreanu — the man REALLY thinks about stuff.

LOL @ Mike Matusow though — “I would have layed it down too”. Yeah sure :p

Comments (0) May 24 2009

Some of the best champagnes in the world features the Ace of Spades.

Comments (0) Mar 26 2009

Ace of Spades by ~ScreamingMind on deviantART

Comments (0) Mar 26 2009