Michael Paler
Legend
Silver Level
Some folks banter back and forth at the table. They ask how ya doin, hows so-and-so, etc; this is all fine and dandy. However, one thing (And yes, I have been guilty of) is just a plain old bad idea to do; shouting at calling stations/donkeys and talking strategy at the table.
I know MTT's can get frustrating, yet, think about it for a second; Sure, you know that donkey who just beat you by limping in UTG and calling your AK button raise with 47 off is a horrible weak play, makes you mad and is extremely aggravating, but isn't that what you want? So, by blasting the guy, you might just do this instead:
1) Embarrass him enough to make him start playing better and then beat your butt.
2) Make you someone people do not like to lose to. And they will make sure they do not.
3) Wise up people to the fact that there actually is a strategy going on!
When I now see someone make a donkey play and beat me, I might actually compliment them. This encourages them to keep playing like a moron and makes me someone they will not mind losing to. They actually apologise when they beat me! Can you believe that? I mean, do you really think after blasting someone in chat that they will be taking chances they normally would against you, if they think that you will whine and shout at them? Many will just avoid you. How are you going to make money off of them then? Even worse, when they do get a good hand, they will simply blast away at you, wanting revenge.
As far as talking strategy, this is just silly. Not only will you wise up suckers, you are putting information on your play right out there for all others to pick up on; "oh, he thinks coming in UTG for 3x the BB with a KJ is a bad idea? Must mean he only does that with AK or better" right? Congrats, you just gave them some good info that they can now use against you. I see this so much. Just break out a gun and shoot your own foot why don't you.
This ever happen to you? You and others have been steadily chipping up off of a bad player(s) and then had it ruined by a loud mouth just seated bashing the guy. Next thing you know, he screws down tight as a drum, starts paying attention and winning them back! Doh! Thanks a lot, big mouth.
To make up for it, I then semi-break my own rule and ask Mr big-mouth questions about certain plays. Sure enough, if they are silly enough to bash a bad player, they are often willing to talk about strategy. I just let them and give blank answers back about what I think of it (play stupid; it's easy for me) Sometimes I (and others!) can then use that against them and take them out. Makes up for screwing the pooch and making the calling station stop calling!
Try to keep this in mind before you go blasting bad plays or leaking game plans you have yourself. In an MTT it is all about survival. Every little thing can help. You cannot play it like you would a cash game.
And you never, ever, wise up a sucker!!!
I know MTT's can get frustrating, yet, think about it for a second; Sure, you know that donkey who just beat you by limping in UTG and calling your AK button raise with 47 off is a horrible weak play, makes you mad and is extremely aggravating, but isn't that what you want? So, by blasting the guy, you might just do this instead:
1) Embarrass him enough to make him start playing better and then beat your butt.
2) Make you someone people do not like to lose to. And they will make sure they do not.
3) Wise up people to the fact that there actually is a strategy going on!
When I now see someone make a donkey play and beat me, I might actually compliment them. This encourages them to keep playing like a moron and makes me someone they will not mind losing to. They actually apologise when they beat me! Can you believe that? I mean, do you really think after blasting someone in chat that they will be taking chances they normally would against you, if they think that you will whine and shout at them? Many will just avoid you. How are you going to make money off of them then? Even worse, when they do get a good hand, they will simply blast away at you, wanting revenge.
As far as talking strategy, this is just silly. Not only will you wise up suckers, you are putting information on your play right out there for all others to pick up on; "oh, he thinks coming in UTG for 3x the BB with a KJ is a bad idea? Must mean he only does that with AK or better" right? Congrats, you just gave them some good info that they can now use against you. I see this so much. Just break out a gun and shoot your own foot why don't you.
This ever happen to you? You and others have been steadily chipping up off of a bad player(s) and then had it ruined by a loud mouth just seated bashing the guy. Next thing you know, he screws down tight as a drum, starts paying attention and winning them back! Doh! Thanks a lot, big mouth.
To make up for it, I then semi-break my own rule and ask Mr big-mouth questions about certain plays. Sure enough, if they are silly enough to bash a bad player, they are often willing to talk about strategy. I just let them and give blank answers back about what I think of it (play stupid; it's easy for me) Sometimes I (and others!) can then use that against them and take them out. Makes up for screwing the pooch and making the calling station stop calling!
Try to keep this in mind before you go blasting bad plays or leaking game plans you have yourself. In an MTT it is all about survival. Every little thing can help. You cannot play it like you would a cash game.
And you never, ever, wise up a sucker!!!