Any of these folds a blunder? Any major errors?

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Seeking feedback on my MTT Live session. I understand the game is VERY nuanced (stack size, texture, Villain styles, etc) But, if I said I go ALL-IN every time I get 7 2. Or if I play 80% of my hands. You don't need much more detail and context to tell me to stop doing that. This is the level of information I am seeking. You must crawl before you walk. I am looking for "That is just idiotic. Please don't EVER do that again" leaks in my game.

This is all I was able to write down without people freaking out about being recorded or slowing the game down.

This was in a MTT.
Entire table is TAG with one LAG.
Hero generally has about 40BB during these hands.
Limited information available.

HAND 1
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Hero gets TJ suited in EP.
Do you call, raise, or fold?

HAND 2
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64d EP
Do you call, raise, or fold?

HAND 3
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Hero gets AJ in BB
V1 bets 3BB
V2 calls
Do you call, raise, or fold?

HAND 4
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Hero gets QJ in EP.
5 callers
Flop is AKx
V1 bets 4BB
Hero folds

HAND 5
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Hero gets 78 OTB
Everyone folds to Hero
Hero Folds
Do you call, raise, or fold?

HAND 6
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Hero gets A7 in CO
Everyone folds to Hero
Hero Folds
Do you call, raise, or fold?

HAND 7
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Hero gets JK in MP
(38BB left in stack)
Hero folds
 
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Hand 1 raise 2.5 BB
hand 2 fold
hand 3 call , but proceed carefully if an ace hits
hand 4 fold
hand 5 fold
hand 6 raise 2.5 BB
hand 7 fold

That is what i would do in those situations, but i am not a pro so is it the right move? Lord only knows lol.
 
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To preface this, I'll say I don't play live MTTs (but plan to do a few in 2017) but have played many online MTTs (mostly stick to FR cash live).

I'll also say we'd likely need much more info like stack sizes, current blind/ante level, number of players in each hand, and what the board is before each action. Esp. in an MTT without knowing

That said here's my 2 cents:

H1: In EP I call here. I don't want to raise in EP with J10 suited and get re-popped and have a tricky decision to make. That said, lovemiscou's 2.5BB raise isn't a bad idea depending on the table. It's big enough in an MTT to fold out some junk but small enough to make an easy fold if you get re-raised. I think overall either option plays well.

H2: easy fold.

H3: Depends on villian's image and how you've seen them play. If they're loose or you don't have enough info I think it's ok here to re-raise to 6 or 8BB to see where we're at , if they come over the top we're probably beat. If they flat call we might consider they do not have AA or KK, but need to be wary of QQ or AK. So proceed carefully. This hand is likely going to be more about the image of the villian and how they respond. It's ok to play it small with a flat call to the flop but then you're in a tricky situation if an Ace or Jack hits and you're OOP.

H4: Fold.

H5: Fold.

H6: Very depend on stack sizes, blind/ante levels, and whose left to act. This is often a fold for me in MTTs if I'm well over 10BBs but you could pick up a few blinds I guess with a small raise. But don't get married to A7 if you hit an Ace.

H7: If there's no raises you can call and see a flop. Obviously some may want to play tight and keep the blind in case someone raises after you. But you could hit a massive st8 or 2P and be way ahead and then if you miss flop , easy fold to pressure. And don't get hooked if your K connects.
 
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Seeking feedback on my MTT Live session. I understand the game is VERY nuanced (stack size, texture, Villain styles, etc) But, if I said I go ALL-IN every time I get 7 2. Or if I play 80% of my hands. You don't need much more detail and context to tell me to stop doing that. This is the level of information I am seeking. You must crawl before you walk. I am looking for "That is just idiotic. Please don't EVER do that again" leaks in my game.

This is all I was able to write down without people freaking out about being recorded or slowing the game down.

This was in a MTT.
Entire table is TAG with one LAG.
Hero generally has about 40BB during these hands.
Limited information available.

HAND 1
---------
Hero gets TJ suited in EP.
Do you call, raise, or fold?

HAND 2
---------
64d EP
Do you call, raise, or fold?

HAND 3
---------
Hero gets AJ in BB
V1 bets 3BB
V2 calls
Do you call, raise, or fold?

HAND 4
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Hero gets QJ in EP.
5 callers
Flop is AKx
V1 bets 4BB
Hero folds

HAND 5
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Hero gets 78 OTB
Everyone folds to Hero
Hero Folds
Do you call, raise, or fold?

HAND 6
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Hero gets A7 in CO
Everyone folds to Hero
Hero Folds
Do you call, raise, or fold?

HAND 7
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Hero gets JK in MP
(38BB left in stack)
Hero folds

first thing will say is stu unger was the master of mtt's he flat out said to fold to live another day is always good:)

I dont have the information I need to break this down is this final table you on bubble what are all the chip stacks... what place are you in etc..

i would play a few of these hands depending on information. hand one try to limp in is great drawing hand like low pocket only. hand 6 and 7 might play based on bets position etc.. 3 and four unsuited i probably auto fold. Yet again who am I playing what are stacks etc.. is a lot of information i need. How close to money.
 
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Hi,

1. mostly fold. Call if there is no raises expected.
2. fold
3. call but if flop doesnt support then play vary carefully and be ready to fold.
4. fold
5. also fold
6 maybe raise
7. call
 
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Ok, so TJ and AJ are not insta-folds.
That much we can be sure of.

Looks like you guys don't like stuff like 64 or 78
 
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Some of these borderline hands like #3,6,7
I should try to play a little more loosely,
if only to open up my table image as a nit.

Thanks!
 
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Hi Rick. Here are my thoughts based on the info you've provided.

Seeking feedback on my MTT Live session. I understand the game is VERY nuanced (stack size, texture, Villain styles, etc) But, if I said I go ALL-IN every time I get 7 2. Or if I play 80% of my hands. You don't need much more detail and context to tell me to stop doing that. This is the level of information I am seeking. You must crawl before you walk. I am looking for "That is just idiotic. Please don't EVER do that again" leaks in my game.

This is all I was able to write down without people freaking out about being recorded or slowing the game down.

This was in a MTT.
Entire table is TAG with one LAG.
Hero generally has about 40BB during these hands.
Limited information available.

HAND 1
---------
Hero gets TJ suited in EP.
Do you call, raise, or fold?

Raise about 3x from EP (I tend to raise a bit more than 2.5 in EP

HAND 2
---------
64d EP
Do you call, raise, or fold?

I'm not opening this from early position. If I had some valid reason to, it'd always be for a raise if I'm first in.

HAND 3
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Hero gets AJ in BB
V1 bets 3BB
V2 calls
Do you call, raise, or fold?

I'd simply call here and proceed cautiously on the flop. I'm assuming I'm out of position to both Villains.

HAND 4
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Hero gets QJ in EP.
5 callers
Flop is AKx
V1 bets 4BB
Hero folds

Good fold. With 5 to the flop, I'm going to assume there's an A or K out there and your drawing to 4 cards

HAND 5
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Hero gets 78 OTB
Everyone folds to Hero
Hero Folds
Do you call, raise, or fold?

It would depend on how passive the blinds were. I'd mostly be raising here tho to steal the blinds with decent equity unless I knew they were going to push back.

HAND 6
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Hero gets A7 in CO
Everyone folds to Hero
Hero Folds
Do you call, raise, or fold?

I'd likely fold unless everyone was so passive and then I'd raise.

HAND 7
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Hero gets JK in MP
(38BB left in stack)
Hero folds

Good fold.
 
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Thanks!
Looks like I can open raise a little wider range.
I have not played in a long time, so I was extra nit when confused.
 
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Seeking feedback on my MTT Live session. I understand the game is VERY nuanced (stack size, texture, Villain styles, etc) But, if I said I go ALL-IN every time I get 7 2. Or if I play 80% of my hands. You don't need much more detail and context to tell me to stop doing that. This is the level of information I am seeking. You must crawl before you walk. I am looking for "That is just idiotic. Please don't EVER do that again" leaks in my game.

This is all I was able to write down without people freaking out about being recorded or slowing the game down.

This was in a MTT.
Entire table is TAG with one LAG.
Hero generally has about 40BB during these hands.
Limited information available.

HAND 1
---------
Hero gets TJ suited in EP.
Do you call, raise, or fold?

Off of 40BB in EP, I generally would say this is an open. If you're only opening 77+/AQo+ then your hands become too easily readable from EP. However, you should consider if there are any reshove stacks behind, if there are players (like the LAG) who would 3bet you light, etc.

But generally, an open to 2.2BB


HAND 2
---------
64d EP
Do you call, raise, or fold?

Fold. 64s is too lose to be opening from EP.

HAND 3
---------
Hero gets AJ in BB
V1 bets 3BB
V2 calls
Do you call, raise, or fold?

You could do a number of things with this hand. I wish I had more info about where the Villians were opening/calling from, and what types of players they are (nitty/loose). If they're both tighther players that will fold to 3bets opening from late position, I'd advocate a 3bet. Your hand is strong and you have AA blockers, so this can be a profitable 3bet under certain circumstances.

Generally, however, this is at least a call. How fancy you want to get with 3betting/getting it in versus certain stack sizes and openers range is very dependent, so I'd need more information before we'd know the correct play for sure.


HAND 4
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Hero gets QJ in EP.
5 callers
Flop is AKx
V1 bets 4BB
Hero folds

If you have players behind you, easy fold. Calling with a gutshot with players to act behind who could potentially raise you off your draw, it's not really worth it. However, if you're closing the action and feel like you have the implied odds to continue, seeing a turn wouldn't necessarily be the worst thing in the world IF THE IMPLIED ODDS ARE THERE.

HAND 5
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Hero gets 78 OTB
Everyone folds to Hero
Hero Folds
Do you call, raise, or fold?

If it's 78o, I don't think a fold is TERRIBLE...78s is definetly a raise though. However, if you're confident in your post flop play and the blinds won't 3bet aggressivly or try to outplay you post flop, it wouldn't be that bad of an open. Again, mostly player dependent, but I think a fold is fine for most players. However, stealing blinds is an important part of tournament poker, so if you think you have an edge or can out play them post flop or if they're just going to fold their blinds to you, an open could be considered.

HAND 6
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Hero gets A7 in CO
Everyone folds to Hero
Hero Folds
Do you call, raise, or fold?

Again, if it's A7o, a fold isn't terrible. A7s is a raise. However, if BUT/Blinds won't play back at you liberally and play fit or fold post flop an open is going to be profitable. I would generally be opening this to 2.2BB in the CO against average players.

HAND 7
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Hero gets JK in MP
(38BB left in stack)
Hero folds

Fine fold. Awkward stack size for this type of hand and in MP is probably the most profitable play against most players. KJo is often dominated and there aren't a ton of flops where, if you get jammed on, you feel 100% confident about getting 38BB in the pot. So it's a fine fold.
 
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Seeking feedback on my MTT Live session. I understand the game is VERY nuanced (stack size, texture, Villain styles, etc) But, if I said I go ALL-IN every time I get 7 2. Or if I play 80% of my hands. You don't need much more detail and context to tell me to stop doing that. This is the level of information I am seeking. You must crawl before you walk. I am looking for "That is just idiotic. Please don't EVER do that again" leaks in my game.

This is all I was able to write down without people freaking out about being recorded or slowing the game down.

This was in a MTT.
Entire table is TAG with one LAG.
Hero generally has about 40BB during these hands.
Limited information available.

HAND 1
---------
Hero gets TJ suited in EP.
Do you call, raise, or fold?

60% CALL - 40% FOLD. This might be good against multiple premium hands but not without information
HAND 2
---------
64d EP
Do you call, raise, or fold?

just FOLD and wait for a better positioning

HAND 3
---------
Hero gets AJ in BB
V1 bets 3BB
V2 calls
Do you call, raise, or fold?

Mostly CALL. This hand is very strong for valuing and its fine to control pot here. However, you can make a big bet here to steal the pot

HAND 4
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Hero gets QJ in EP.
5 callers
Flop is AKx
V1 bets 4BB
Hero folds
FOLD. Who gonna bet with just a K from that? You cant bluff them like you have an ace anyway
HAND 5
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Hero gets 78 OTB
Everyone folds to Hero
Hero Folds
Do you call, raise, or fold?
RAISE if you want to steal the pot. Call to play

HAND 6
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Hero gets A7 in CO
Everyone folds to Hero
Hero Folds
Do you call, raise, or fold?

CALL to FOLD

HAND 7
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Hero gets JK in MP
(38BB left in stack)
Hero folds
FOLD. a shove would be gambling





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I'll be honest, I play a lot of live tournaments and ring games. I would have folded all those hands. If you are thinking about those hands with 40bb you are playing pretty loose. You are going to leak chips with junk (yes, I don't play AJ in a raised pot with 1 call when I have 40bb).

You are going to see a lot more success playing tighter and getting more aggressive with better hands.
 
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I'll be honest, I play a lot of live tournaments and ring games. I would have folded all those hands. If you are thinking about those hands with 40bb you are playing pretty loose. You are going to leak chips with junk (yes, I don't play AJ in a raised pot with 1 call when I have 40bb).

You are going to see a lot more success playing tighter and getting more aggressive with better hands.

I tend to agree with the sentiments, here, and especially the AJ comment.
 
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Ok, good, I thought I was playing too tight, but it seems like I played ok.
I also folded all those hands,
 
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Ok, good, I thought I was playing too tight, but it seems like I played ok.
I also folded all those hands,

If you had 40bb and started folding AK and middle pairs I would think that is a bit tight, short of that, keep folding and wait for your spot.

Very often live, people play WAY too loose. It is a much slower game and hands like AJ start to look great when you haven't played a hand in an hour. This is a big mistake for online players who are use to a lot of action.

This is a great example:

http://www.cardplayer.com/poker-new...ow-up-late-on-day-2-because-of-big-cash-games

Lots of people bust out on day 1 of the wsop. You could have played NOTHING and still have 35BB on day 2. You could have only played AA, KK, QQ, AK, and increased your stack on day 1.

Both live and online, many times people actually hurt themselves because they just get bored and get into hands they shouldn't be in.

Until the blinds get large, antes start, and you have 15BB left "tight is right", keep folding the trash.
 
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