Re: Big draw on the bubble - play it strong or play it safe?
Actually, in SnGs, optimal strategy isn't to gun for first. It's to ensure we finish in the money. I did CRAI and I definitely think that was the best way to play it. The only thing that makes me a bit hesitant about the play is the fact that it's the bubble and I'm not sure I want to risk all of my chips in a race or as only a slight favorite. But given the fold equity as well by CRAIing, I probably win this pot with that play more often than losing the pot. Some of those hands you put up don't make much sense, given the preflop action. Most people will raise 66, AA, KQ, and 88 on the button 4-handed, especially if they are the big stack. Although someone could conceivably limp with AA as a sneaky slow play.
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