by Rhound50 » Wed Dec 08, 2004 4:39 am
Maybe I'm a little more agressive than some other players but I think the raise in position is the best play for a couple of good reasons. First it is a great way to get info on how strong your opponant is. If your opponant flopped a monster such as a set or top 2, they are going to reraise big maybe all in. This is fine as long as your raise is a small enough amount that you are not pot committed. Yes you will lose some money a few times with this raise but the positives are huge. Frst and most important you gain control of the betting it is very rare that your opponant will lead into you again after the turn. If you miss your flush on the turn, you will get to see the river for free. If you hit your flush it is much more hidden, people often won't put you on a flush draw since you raised while just on the draw. Plus if you do hit your flush you opponant is going to have more trouble folding since there is more $$ in the pot. And finally you may be able to push your opponant off the best hand, if the original bettor is playin 2nd pair or top pair with a weak kicker and no draw, you often will be able to win the pot without having to hit your hand, this more than makes up for the money you lose when folding to a big reraise.