[oreogod]

So if he's rarely calling, its not really a value bet. If there is no chance he will call there is no point of betting.

Now say u were to switch positions, I like a check from MP1. As if u bet, he will fold or raise, or call. If u check, he may check behind, but he could bet, and u call. Its more +EV to check if you are first to act. Well against a more aggressive player it is. Passive play you'd want to bet. Calling station you'd want to bet.