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Re: Playing against a Sklansky Disciple
Hold your horses RikDayToN, there is most certainly a difference between players who have only read Sklansky vs. players who have only read Brunson. The players who have just read Brunson tend to be more agressive and a bit looser than the players who have only read Sklansky. Also, Sklansky stresses the math aspect of the game and therefore more hands are played a bit mechanically, also the Fundamental Theorem of Poker naturally makes people tighten up. Although the math is in there, Brunson stresses gambling and play with feelings over the math (playing rushes and the ESP section in SS1 are good examples). Certainly there is something to be said about both authors, and it's not hard to see how a player could lean to one style or another.
Now the very first time I played against this guy, who was playing in a live game for either his first or second time, he was very passive only called and seemed to always hit on the turn or river yet never raised. He finished in the top half, but didn't hold up against the better players in the end. Based upon this, luck is certainly a valid assumption. Granted this was probably a year ago and if I miss read him at that point I can accept that. As for knowing my opponents now, after only playing with him just one more time I was immediatly able to tell you exactly which book he gained his poker knowledge from (this was only verified last week). Do you really think I would consistantly finish in the top two of this game if I didn't know my opponents extremely well. So now I have a new challenge against a player I rarely see, and I'm seeking a little advice. Now I came to a forum where I know a lot of users have read and swear by TOP, my actions in seeking advice here alone should be enough to keep the question of my playing ability out of the discussion (I know I'm not world class, that's why I'm asking questions). So I've identified a solid player who generally plays tight, he has a good understanding of pot odds. He generally hangs back while the first half of the tourney falls out and although still tight plays more agressive as the numbers wind down. I generally have a good read on him (e.g. my AK vs. his A6 I had nailed on the flop hence the all-in). How do I get the most money from him? |
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