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The Poker Blinds

Playing the Blinds

Poker BlindsIssues concerning the blinds are generally more important in Limit poker than in No Limit games, but no matter what the game structure, the blind bets are important to consider when you make them and also when someone else is making them. Here are several articles focusing on the importance of the blinds.

The Battle for the Blinds
The catalyst of poker

Texas Hold'em Big Blind Play
Playing out of the blind, "trouble" and making decisions

Miles of Blinds
Putting the blinds in perspective in regards to the rake and win rates

Blind Man's Bluff
Attacking and defending the blind positions

Blue Light Specials
Creating bargains playing out of the blinds

Posting the Blinds
Coming in behind the button versus taking the big blind

The Fox and the Farmer
The "wall" and the blinds in tournament play