Razz Poker

25 Sep, 2009 - Posted by Dan Brown in Razz Poker

Razz is played in much the same way as the traditional favorite, 7-card stud. But players new to this version will find a couple of important differences. This is a low-card game in which the players try to get the lowest hand using five cards of the seven they are dealt. That might seem like [...]

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A beginner’s guide to Razz

05 May, 2009 - Posted by Dan Brown in Razz Poker Tips

Razz is a version of 7 card stud, but that is where the similarities to any other poker game that you have played ends. In this game, to be a winner, you have to be a loser. Sounds crazy I know, but the game has a great twist and allows you to finally be happy [...]

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Razz: Understanding and Appreciating the Game

16 Apr, 2009 - Posted by Nathan in Razz Poker Tips

Many of the best players in the world become frustrated playing the game of razz. It can be a tough game to play, as just a few face cards can ruin your hand! I’m sure you are now thinking, how could face cards ruin your hand in a poker game!! Well, Razz is a very [...]

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Bring-In Bet Defense

01 Nov, 2008 - Posted by James in Razz Poker Tips

As most of you know, in Razz, the player that has the highest board card showing is the bring-in bet. This bet is usually equal to double the size of the ante. A player in the bring-in bet in Razz is in worse shape than player in other stud games due to the fact that [...]

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Playing Strong Boards In Razz Poker

26 Sep, 2008 - Posted by James in Razz Poker Tips

I started playing live professional tournaments in 2006.  The second set of tournaments I played was at the Bicycle Casino in Los Angeles, California.  The casino is also known as The Bike.  The day of the Omaha Hi-Lo event, I went to my table and I saw a very familiar face at the table.  It [...]

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Razz Poker Tips for Beginners

18 Sep, 2008 - Posted by James in Razz Poker Tips

Razz Poker is a variation of seven card stud poker that is played for low only. It can be thought of as playing stud in reverse. The worst hand wins. Straights and flushes do not count against your hand. Aces are always low in Razz. In fact, a pair of aces is actually lower than [...]

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