Examples Of Value Bets In NL SNGs

[Irieguy]

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Under that definition, just about every bet that isn't a pure bluff would be a value bet.


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No there are several types of bets in poker:
-a semibluff
-a promotion bet in hi/lo
-a bet to get a free card

And finally, the most common type of bet in poker, and the reason why we make money: a valueless bet- a bet that has a negative expectation if called.

Irieguy

[DVC Calif]

Value bet means that you would actually like your opponents to call your bet (as opposed to a bluff). Generally it's because you have the best hand. However, it also applies when your on a draw which, given enough callers, has a positive expectation.