[Crane]

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As for being able to show a card during the middle of the hand, I could see where making a change back to a more pure form of poker at this point could be problematic since the industry has weeded out this poker SKILL from the game. However, why in the world should I be penalized for turning my hand up on the river when a player has made a bet and it's up to me to call in a heads up pot? Why in the world should I not be allowed to show my opponent my hand?



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I can think of one good reason. Suppose I was your partner, and that I was on the rail standing behind your opponent. If I could see his hole cards, once you turn your hand up all I would have to do is give you a thumbs up or thumbs down signal. You would know instantly whether or not your hand was any good.

This is one reason Jack Strauss used to play with an open umbrella over his shoulder.