Always Pair?
June 22nd, 2012 at 3:29:56 AM
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Are there any occasions when holding a pair of face cards that I should drop one of them?
June 22nd, 2012 at 4:37:06 AM
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Quote: IvanhoeAre there any occasions when holding a pair of face cards that I should drop one of them?
Again, I think you need to be more specific with the game you are talking about. In this case, I assume Video Poker.
The only time you drop a high (1:1) pair in Video Poker is if you are holding 4 to the Royal. (At least on JoB).
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June 22nd, 2012 at 4:59:50 AM
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Since he posted it in the Poker (and not Video Poker) section, I think he was referring to intentionally revealing one of his cards to his opponent(s) as a strategic move. But I agree that a little more context would be helpful, such as an example situation.
June 22nd, 2012 at 6:16:37 PM
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I apologize for not being more specific. I was alluding to video poker, and having two Aces, Kings, Queens, or Jacks.
June 22nd, 2012 at 11:30:37 PM
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Lots of situations where a pair isn't the best hand. 3 to a royal vs pair in many games, 3 to a straight flush with no gaps is better than a pair in NSU. It just depends on what you're playing and what the other cards in the deal are.
Much info consolidated here:
https://wizardofodds.com/games/video-poker/
Much info consolidated here:
https://wizardofodds.com/games/video-poker/
