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Small Pairs

 Small pairs are seven through two. Most low limit Hold'em poker players play small pairs very poorly. Do not fall into the trap of hoping for a set in the flop. Obviously there are a very few hands that you will dominate with your small pair. You will be a favorite over two bigger cards, but a huge dog over bigger pair. There are two ways for your small pair to win. First, all of your opponents could miss their hands and you could win without improving. Second, you could improve your hand and beat a hand which would otherwise beat your pair. Chances to get a set after the flop is only about 10% - not very often. You should be playing small pairs in the middle or late position for a single bet, usually when there is multi-way action. You will be entering the pot at minimum cost, in situations which favor the possibility of winning a big pot. Do not raise with small pairs pre-flop, treat them as drawing hands.

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