I was recently playing 1/2 at the Palm Beach Kennel Club. A gentleman, approximately 46 years old was in a hand with another man. The flop came 7
8
9
. The gentleman said," I don't want to bet, but I sort of have to. He was called and the turn came the 2
. The gentleman, OOP, proceeded to take a deep breath, gather his strength, and slam the table in a motion of checking. I almost had to leave the table because I was just laughing inside at the accuracy of this gentleman's action described in this post.
I have a player type of my own, one that I believe all of you can relate to.
Emotionally Affected by Every Flop Man (EAEF) (LP)
This character exists, but usually only in the most degenerate of poker clubs such as dog tracks or anywhere Floridian Casino. This man will be limping most, but not all of his hands as he does know not to play his 9-3 off suit. His back will be to the action as he turns around to order a Cherry Coke, as the flop is spread. The flop will come 8
9
10
. He will become startled and nearly jump out of his seat while exclaiming," Ohhh!!" He will be frightened by that draw heavy flop. Is this a tell? Does this mean that he has the nuts? No. It means that he is legitamtely scared of that flop with regards to his hand. Someone will bet and he will insta-muck.
How to Play Against:
Obviously, this man has some board reading ability. He knows that top pair on the board described probably is no good. Therefore, while bluffing this man is not a good idea as he does not like to fold, being the degenerate he is, it is +EV to bluff scare cards. Any time you sense fear, not weakness, but fear, from tells such as a whimper or a gasp or a jump, it is the time to represent like that 3rd diamond made your flush.