With WSOP just around the corner, Eric Baldwin suggests breaking the monotony of no-limit hold’em by diving into mixed games—offering a way to fall back in love with poker and avoid post-WSOP burnout.
Why Mixed Games?
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Keeps the game fun, fresh, and strategic.
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Reduces emotional fatigue tied to variance-heavy NLH.
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Gives players more control and learning opportunities.
Getting Started:
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Start small online (e.g. $0.50/$1 at Phenom Poker).
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Study through Dylan Linde’s Mastering Mixed Games or BBZ Poker’s beginner course.
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Watch Eric’s live Twitch streams to see real-time strategy.
Key Strategy Tips:
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Position is king — especially in draw games like 2-7 Triple Draw and Badugi.
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Play tight-aggressive out of position; reraising and bluff-patting are viable tools.
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Avoid marginal hands; instead, draw to hands that can confidently value bet.
Final Word: Ditch the burnout, embrace the variety. Whether you’re studying or just exploring, mixed games can reignite your passion for poker and sharpen your edge before the summer grind hits.
