Re: Cold Call vs. Smooth Call
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I am wondering if you use cold call after the flop as well - in which case, the two would appear, to the outsider, to be identical actions.
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Yes, you can use the term "cold call" after the flop.
Let's say you have 88 in mid position. Two limp, so do you, and both blinds are in. The flop 7h8h2h. You have top set, but the board is suited. The first limper bets, the second limper raises, you could then "cold call" because you have a strong redraw even if you are behind to a flush.
This would not be a "smooth call," there is a difference. A smooth call is always when you have the nuts, or your almost positive you are way ahead. (you can't be positive your way ahead with a set against a suited board) I have always looked at the term "cold call" as one applied to calling with a drawing hand.
I dont agonize smooth calling with a monster [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]
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