Poker Strategy

You Can’t Teach an Old Dog New Tricks alt text

Or can you? Part of success in poker is constantly adjusting. Whether it’s over a matter of hands or a matter of years, constantly shaping your game to the ever-evolving industry is extremely important.... 

How Not to Play Poker at 30,000 Feet alt text

I had to take a flight across the United States to Baltimore for a family matter.  Now, I don’t dislike flying, but I’m not a huge fan either.  Don’t even get me started on the security measures... 

Should I Be Backed in Poker? alt text

One of the top questions that serious poker players inevitably ask themselves is, “Should I be backed?” Should I stop risking all of my own money in tournaments and cash games and instead seek a partner... 

So You’re Going to the WSOP? alt text

If your travel plans call for the 2010 World Series of Poker (WSOP) or any destination that offers live poker, we have several important tips for you. What should you bring? What should you avoid? MacPoker.com... 

10 Live Poker Etiquette Tips alt text

As we approach the 2010 World Series of Poker (WSOP), many players will be heading to Las Vegas to play live poker for the first time ever. To that end, a discussion of live poker etiquette seems in order... 

To Barrel or Not to Barrel alt text

The notion of barreling – bluffing at the pot on multiple streets – is a concept that many novice players are confused by. First and foremost, you should never bet on two streets in a row because your... 

Be Your Own Boss alt text

Poker players always say that the best thing about being a professional is doing whatever they want, whenever they want.  Most people who say this actually mean that they enjoy not having a real job and... 

Is He Bluffing? alt text

Bluffing is an integral part of poker. After all, it’s a skill game, meaning that you can’t win purely based on the two cards you’re dealt. I’m reminded of Betfair pro Annette “Annette_15”... 

Importance of Bankroll Management alt text

Think about it. If you have a traditional job in the real world, you budget for expenses like food, drink, entertainment, rent, and travel. For every $1 you bring in, you have to keep a certain percentage... 

Poker Starting Hands 101 alt text

Welcome to MacPoker.com. We’re here to take your online and live poker game to the next level. It’s absolutely paramount to understand starting hands in poker. We’ll go through a range of starting... 

Poker Strategy 101 alt text

Are you constantly losing at your home game and tired of your friends rubbing it in? Maybe you’re lacking some of the fundamental concepts of poker. This article will break down some of the basics... 

A Basic Understanding of Pot Odds alt text

Learning how to count your outs and calculate poker odds is imperative in becoming a winning poker player. Sure, math probably wasn’t your favorite subject in grade school, but don’t worry.... 

Live Poker Tips alt text

Before you venture into the world of live poker, remember that it’s vastly different than its virtual counterpart. However, countless online poker players have torn up the live poker scene. What have...