How do you play 99/TT/JJ in Levels 1-3 ??

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I'm curious what a good strategy is for pocket pairs like 99, TT, and JJ, in the earlier rounds of SNGs -- or when there are still 8-10 players in the game.

Do you like to open up a raise when you're first in with these hands? I assume it may depend on position.

I tend to limp with these hands and only call 2-3xBB raises with TT or JJ, maybe 99 if I'm in late position. If there's a maniac all-in preflop raiser that has been pushing too often I also like to call with these (especially if he's got something like 300 chips left). Usually end up taking out AK or AQ.

Any suggestions for pre/post-flop play of these hands, especially pre-flop? I'm familiar with the 'Set It or Forget It' strategies...

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