What you are espousing is basically the Caroesque image, and this is one aspect of Mr. Caro's teachings that don't hold a lot of water."


Another point is that the better players tend to play better hands and are not always concerned with you. Part of the reason for this is that with a full table of players it is important to realize that even if you happen to be a nut, there can easily be a good hand or two out there.