[Maalox149]

I disagree with a push on the flop, but for somewhat different reasons. I dont like to put myself in a spot where im going to be 50/50 at early in these tournaments, as the only hands that would call a push are likely to have you dominated or be about even money to bust you. Even a whacko who calls with QJ or something like that is pretty close to even money, after the dead money from limpers/blinds etc is factored in. I would make a standard raise, and push on the flop if it isnt threatening ie AKx.

In this particular case, you're in a tough spot to be sure, but i think a push on the flop is probably the best play. There's a nice pot just kind of lying out there, and you've represented a hand, so take it.