Table Talk in Poker Will Kassouf was a lightning rod at the WSOP Main Event this year due to a variety of tactics he employed, including his often painful slow and deliberate play. But what really got under the skin of some players, and many viewers, was his habit of talking to opponents during hands. Adding some additional talk could provoke them to ultimately reply, you shouldn't hold out too much hope. These players are going to be your worst enemy in these situations, because they leave you all but helpless when it comes to gaining more information. Body language reactions are the most common form of reply to table talk.
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Table talk and banter is part of the game of poker. It always has been and always will be. With the advent of Internet poker and the anonymity that the online version affords people, that talk often takes a turn for the worse and gets ugly fast. Many players, given the extra layer of security that wouldn't be present at a live game (in other words, a keyboard and a monitor) will take table talk to an extreme.
Acceptable table talk
The range of acceptable table talk is essentially your moms advice when you were a kid, 'If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all'. Poker is no different so other than idle chitchat the occasional 'nice hand' or 'good catch' is perfectly acceptable at any table. Conversations about sports, current events (stay away from politics), and even the old standby – the weather are all acceptable topics to dive into at the poker table.
What's not acceptable?
Here's where we dive into the meat of this article. The list of what's not acceptable runs longer because it seems that many folks just don't get it. This list goes beyond just using foul language or berating an opponent. There are other areas that you just don't broach when it comes to poker, whether it be the chat box or a live table.
Foul language will almost always get you into trouble at an online table or a live table at a casino (home games vary here but proceed at your own risk). In some cases like tournaments it may even get you tossed from the game and perhaps the casino! Worst case, your intended target decides to follow you out the door to 'continue' the discussion on the street. At that point it's safe to say that unless you're a pretty big boy (or girl) that you may well learn this lesson in a hurry.
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The other area where some players fall short in terms of following the rule of the game is announcing hands when they fold. Look, I understand that you're upset because your top pair – top kicker just got four flushed on the turn. However, to say that you just laid down top-top may influence the remaining action on the table! So keep your mouth shut in this instance and let the play proceed to showdown. If you want to complain at that point, go ahead but even here, keep it to a minimum as no one wants to hear bad beat stories.
In a more extreme example, let's say that you actually 'accidentally' announce you hand as you muck it. Let's assume it was nine-ten on a board of Jack – King – Five. What about the guy that's sitting there holding Queen – Nine and he's ready to semi-bluff with the gut shot? You just announced one of his outs was in your hand! You very likely have now influenced his action and as a result, perhaps cost the guy holding a set of Kings a fair amount of cash. Not a way to make friends at the table and again, a good way to get chat banned or worse if playing online.
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In case you missed it, even our first header could be seen as offensive to some. The word 'kosher' is a Jewish term and some folks may feel uncomfortable with you using such a word out of context. It's easy to get carried away with such an emotional game but the key to being a long-term winner is managing your emotions. Table talk is a direct expression and reflection on you as a player so remember that the next time you feel tempted to let the verbal assault fly.
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Table Talk in Poker Will Kassouf was a lightning rod at the WSOP Main Event this year due to a variety of tactics he employed, including his often painful slow and deliberate play. But what really got under the skin of some players, and many viewers, was his habit of talking to opponents during hands. Adding some additional talk could provoke them to ultimately reply, you shouldn't hold out too much hope. These players are going to be your worst enemy in these situations, because they leave you all but helpless when it comes to gaining more information. Body language reactions are the most common form of reply to table talk.
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Hello,I am thinking about running a game.For details 773 294 9756.Los Angeles only!WSOP chat disabled/collusion
2 things. I bet the reason chat is disabled is due to the bad play that gets rewarded over and over. No it's not from the large number of...Playing online at WSOP.COM
Pretty new to playing online. Is it common to get outdrawn so many times? I have people call with 10 6 off just as an example. The draw c...card room hours
With new restrictions for Los Angeles will that affect cardroomsProfit share online league
Please reach to me to get your chance to profit share and play gane we all love to play with over 20 tables.. reach out to me 5715750365closed
Just like that Gavin Newsome has closed cardrooms til dec 20 starting MondayTournaments online via poker stars
If anybody is interested in playing nightly tournaments using the free poker stars app let me know.Venmo is used for Buy ins and payouts...Sahara poker has Time rake for 2/5
5 bucks for 2/5 per player per half hour? Never seen it . no promo.. 200 to 1k with stack match upto 2k.No WSOP in 2020?
I'm going to be upset if there's no World Series of Poker this year. This dreaded virus is going to keep us cooped up forever!Open Poker Rooms in Reno,NV
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Table talk and banter is part of the game of poker. It always has been and always will be. With the advent of Internet poker and the anonymity that the online version affords people, that talk often takes a turn for the worse and gets ugly fast. Many players, given the extra layer of security that wouldn't be present at a live game (in other words, a keyboard and a monitor) will take table talk to an extreme.
Acceptable table talk
The range of acceptable table talk is essentially your moms advice when you were a kid, 'If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all'. Poker is no different so other than idle chitchat the occasional 'nice hand' or 'good catch' is perfectly acceptable at any table. Conversations about sports, current events (stay away from politics), and even the old standby – the weather are all acceptable topics to dive into at the poker table.
What's not acceptable?
Here's where we dive into the meat of this article. The list of what's not acceptable runs longer because it seems that many folks just don't get it. This list goes beyond just using foul language or berating an opponent. There are other areas that you just don't broach when it comes to poker, whether it be the chat box or a live table.
Foul language will almost always get you into trouble at an online table or a live table at a casino (home games vary here but proceed at your own risk). In some cases like tournaments it may even get you tossed from the game and perhaps the casino! Worst case, your intended target decides to follow you out the door to 'continue' the discussion on the street. At that point it's safe to say that unless you're a pretty big boy (or girl) that you may well learn this lesson in a hurry.
Table Talk Rules Poker
The other area where some players fall short in terms of following the rule of the game is announcing hands when they fold. Look, I understand that you're upset because your top pair – top kicker just got four flushed on the turn. However, to say that you just laid down top-top may influence the remaining action on the table! So keep your mouth shut in this instance and let the play proceed to showdown. If you want to complain at that point, go ahead but even here, keep it to a minimum as no one wants to hear bad beat stories.
In a more extreme example, let's say that you actually 'accidentally' announce you hand as you muck it. Let's assume it was nine-ten on a board of Jack – King – Five. What about the guy that's sitting there holding Queen – Nine and he's ready to semi-bluff with the gut shot? You just announced one of his outs was in your hand! You very likely have now influenced his action and as a result, perhaps cost the guy holding a set of Kings a fair amount of cash. Not a way to make friends at the table and again, a good way to get chat banned or worse if playing online.
Poker Table Talk Tips
Table Talk Summary
Table Talk Poker Rules
In case you missed it, even our first header could be seen as offensive to some. The word 'kosher' is a Jewish term and some folks may feel uncomfortable with you using such a word out of context. It's easy to get carried away with such an emotional game but the key to being a long-term winner is managing your emotions. Table talk is a direct expression and reflection on you as a player so remember that the next time you feel tempted to let the verbal assault fly.
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