Re: Worth while cointoss or -EV?
You shouldn't be doing that very often. Playing AXs for flush value is generally done only at VERY loose-passive tables or in late position with limpers ahead of you. Limp-calling preflop, OOP, on JUST 2 suited cards isn't a good idea.
Flopping a flush is 118:1, so don't expect that too often. It's 8:1 to hit the flush draw, which isn't too great, either. Playing a draw out of position isn't a good spot to be in. Generally, it should be avoided if possible. I doubt you're ever getting immediate odds to chase your flush draws, and I doubt you'll often get your opponent's whole stack when you hit. Remember, flush draws are the obvious ones.
I routinely fold AXs in EP, fold in MP unless the table conditions permit a limp, and sometimes raise from CO/Button. When I raise, it's not to flop anything, it's just to pick up blinds or win with a continuation bet on the flop.
AXs sucks. Play it sparingly.
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