PNL Study Group Day 6: Position/Hand Reading/FIP

[Sean Fraley]

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I don't have any questions in particular but I dont want to see this thread die so I thought I would bump it up.

Hand reading is one part of my game that I feel is extremely weak and am eager to hear some disscussion on the subject.

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In the micros I've found hand reading to be pretty difficult. If you are table selecting well you will be in a lot of pots with players who will play almost any two and call down with some very questionable cards. In general though you can find some distinct patterns as you get some hands in with people. Look at the cards at showdown and take notes of what they will call with (two overcards, an ace, straight draws, the nuts, etc), what they like to bet hard (draws, TP, middle pair). Pay very close attention to the two betting extremes: minbets and all-in. Normally there isn't a middle ground here. Either it is a weak hand or draw, or (at least in there mind) a very strong hand.