Playing Poker when Short StackedBeing short-stacked is a position that no poker player likes to find themselves in. You have to acknowledge that you are getting towards the end of your participation in a game and either hang on in for as long as you can, or take a chance with a shove. Neither option is wrong, but when it comes to choosing which hand you want to be all-in on, you need to be sure you are aware of all the facts.
Beginner’s Guide to Craps: Pass Line & Odds BetsHave you ever walked by a craps table in a casino and stopped to watch? Then you probably saw players yelling out bets to the dealers, chips flying and non stop action. You also probably thought to yourself that craps is the most confusing casino game and there is no way you could figure out how to play. If so, then you need our basic craps strategy guide.
Gambling A To Z: IIn the latest edition of our "A to Z of Gambling" series, we'll be taking a look at the letter "I". We'll be discussing an important poker concept, in the form of "Implied Odds", as well as looking at different aspects of the roulette table with the "Inside Bets", and we'll reveal why taking "Insurance" when playing blackjack is a mistake.
Video Poker for the Intelligent BeginnerWhen looking for a video poker training and advice guide, it is essential that you pick a current or recent book, as slot machines and video games tend to evolve every couple of years, and by purchasing a book written in (say) 2005, you are not getting the up-to-date information. Here we have a look at "Video Poker for the Intelligent Beginner" by Bob Dancer.
To Show Or Not To ShowThe value of showing your hole cards is a topic that divides the poker community. Many of the best and most experienced poker playing professionals choose never to reveal any information about their play for free, while an equal number are seemingly happy to show every last bluff to their opponents. But who is right?
Seven Card Stud Simple StrategyBefore the recent boom in No Limit Texas Hold’em popularity, Seven Card Stud was the poker player’s game of choice. These days, Seven Card Stud’s popularity has waned, but it is still an essential part of most mixed games events, such as the $50,000 Players Championship at the World Series of Poker.
Gambling A To Z: CHere is part three of our Gambling A to Z series, which is naturally concerning the letter "C". Today's topics are "Cards", "Craps" and "Canadian".
