[Jbrochu]

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I'm interested: why not call the raise with A7s preflop?

my reasoning was as follows, I have position, the raise was a small portion of my stack, it is a hand that could improve to the nuts, and I could win a big pot or double up with it if it hits. Original raiser and caller could have pocket pairs or AK-AJ KQ, and I am not playing A7s for high card value.

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I like limping with a suited A from late position provided the stacks are relatively deep (as they are here) and you can play reasonably well postflop.

My issue with you calling the raise is as others have stated, as well as the fact that your call does not close the action. Since two players are left to act after you preflop, you still might not even get to see the flop.