Was all-in six times last night, won 2 as a heavy favorite and lost 3 as a significant dog; won the one as a slight underdog (w/AK vs. QQ pf).
My biggest mistake of the session was a hand where I raised under the gun w/AKs. I was 3-bet by the big blind (who 3-bets 10% of his hands from that position) to about $11 (effective stacks were $100), and I called in position. The flop came Q96, giving me a backdoor flush draw and two overcards. The BB led out for $15 into the $22 pot, and I shoved with my perceived fold equity and draws. Unfortunately, I was insta-called with kings.
In this case, I incorrectly invoked Ed Miller's advice regarding playing inflated pots against light 3-bettors. Generally, if a light 3-bettor puts a bet in on the the flop and you push with as little as 25% equity, it's very hard for the 3-bettor to call, given his range - and when he does, you have the draws to fall back on. That would have made sense in this case had my opponent perceived my play to be a steal from the cutoff or button. However, since my raise came from under the gun, he likely would have put me on a strong hand - and I therefore should have identified his range as having been significantly narrower. Chalk up another lesson learned...
On the bright side, I'm happy to report that $245 of my win came from non all-in scenarios...
No poker tonight, as I have to head to a Hollywood party involving guys in my hockey league at a place called Coco Deville. I've never heard of this place, but Michele tells me it's a fairly well-known celebrity hangout. (And she would know.) Since the guys in my league are all entertainment types (both on the business and talent side), I guess that makes sense. I know that sounds like it would be fun for most people, but all I can think of right now is how much I'm going to regret not being able to get in some cards this evening...
Current Bankroll: $14,533.09
Thursday: 1987 hands; up $316.65; EV: $206.94
Month To Date: up $118; 1.64 bb/100
Year to Date: up $1,847; 4.25 bb/100
