[MitchL]

I think getting 14 to 1 is plenty to make this a value bet. Not to mention the ridiculous implied odds. My intention is to make sure there is even more money put in on the flop. I.e If it gets checked through to MP3 who bets and button raises, then sb 3 bets then you have to fold, but if you bet and it is all the sudden three bets back to you you are in a different situation. This is a spot where the pot size can be manipulated in your favor. You are about as likely to get a free card in this spot as you are to pick up the pot by betting, so why not virtually ensure that you will have the correct odds to draw instead of hoping.