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Playing Pocket Deuces on Your Drawing Hand in Texas Holdem Poker

Jul 1 2008

When you play pocket deuces in Texas Holdem, your main goal should be to make a set on the flop. You should not raise pre-flop, and don't be afraid to call.
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Waiting for the Big Bets in Fixed Limit Texas Holdem Games

Jun 26 2008

When playing Limit Holdem, the size of the bet doubles after the turn. The pre-flop and flop bets are worth half that, so save your aggression until it pays.
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Reading Poker Odds Quickly on the Flop, the Turn and the River

Jun 24 2008

Being able to think quickly on your feet and knowing the odds on what's good and bad on the flop, turn and river are what make a winning poker player!
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Using Table Position to Win Pots in Fixed Limit Texas Holdem Games

Jun 21 2008

In Limit Holdem, not as much as in No Limit or Pot Limit, position is an important aspect to consider as you play. Here's how to use position to win pots!
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Playing Pocket Kings in a No Limit Texas Holdem Poker Game

Jun 16 2008

In No Limit Texas Holdem, pocket pairs can be very deceptive. They look strong pre-flop, but they can very quickly turn into a hand worth mucking!
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How to Play Pocket Jacks in Texas Holdem

Jun 10 2008

Pocket jacks can be bad for beginners who play at low-limit Texas Holdem tables where players usually have no problem limping in with a lucky flop.
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The Importance of Kickers in Texas Holdem Hands

Jun 2 2008

Kickers matter more than many beginner poker players give them credit for. In a Texas Holdem hand, that hole card is as important as any ace!
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Three Poker Drawing Odds to Know: Trip, Flush and Straight Odds

Jun 1 2008

You don't need to be a mathematician to use odds to play better poker. Trip, flush and straight odds are three easy odds that all poker players should know.
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Holding the Nuts In Holdem With Cards Still to Come

May 23 2008

The key to holding the nuts in a Texas Holdem game is to take as many of your opponents' chips as possible, but it's not as simple as it sounds.
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The Worst Hands to Play in Texas Holdem Poker

May 22 2008

Most poker players know the worst starting hand in Texas Holdem is 7-2 offsuit. Here's a quick rundown of the top five worst hands in Texas Holdem.
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