This week we’re focused on a typical cash game spot where you are out of position against a tough player on the Button after calling their raise from the Big Blind.
There are a few flops where you could construct a leading range from the Big Blind in this spot, but for the vast majority of flops you can begin by checking to the preflop raiser. Checking is preferred as a default because the preflop aggressor in this spot will typically have an equity advantage.
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However, it is important to keep in mind that the player on the Button will have a wide hand range.