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John G. Brokopp Gaming Guru - Page 37  Getting in Step with Blackjack at Rhythm City31 March 2004
A few weeks ago I began a series of reports on the state of blackjack in the Quad Cities region. We kicked off the investigation with a look at the Isle of Capri Casino & Hotel in Bettendorf. Today let's swing over to Rhythm City in Davenport.
Both properties, it should be noted, are owned and operated by Isle of Capri, Inc. ... (read more)
Hoosier Picks for Best Blackjack24 March 2004
This column's mission to analyze the "State of Blackjack" in the Chicago area by targeting the best casinos to play the game and why. We determined last week that Argosy's Empress Casino in Joliet beats out the competition on the Illinois side for player-friendly rules. Harrah's Joliet came in a close second. ... (read more)
More Best Blackjack Deals in the Chicago Area17 March 2004
Serious blackjack players should always "scout" the games before they step up to a table and risk their money. House rules can vary greatly from casino to casino. Because blackjack is a game in which good players can significantly tilt the advantage closer in their favor (depending on the rules), ... (read more)
The Best Deals in Chicago-Area Blackjack10 March 2004
The columns for the past couple of weeks have been devoted to slot players and the best casinos to play their favorite games. Today and for the next several weeks let's focus our attention on blackjack, the ONLY casino table game (not including poker) where playing strategy has a direct impact on ... (read more)
More Smart Slot Shopping3 March 2004
Whatever cerebral input you include in the decisions you make regarding where you play slots can help arm you against fighting battles in a war that none of us can win. The slots will always beat us over the long haul, but it's possible for players to get the best of 'em in skirmishes.
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Where Should I Go to Play Slots?25 February 2004
A question I hear all the time is: "Where's the best place to play the slots?" It is very difficult to answer generically. It would be similar to asking a restaurant critic: "Where's the best place to eat?" In both cases, it all depends on your tastes. A gourmet would have to categorize his answer according to different cuisine. ... (read more)
Strategy for Multi-Line Video Slots18 February 2004
It is pretty well established in the casino industry that multi-line video slots are not going away. If anything, they are going to be commanding an even greater presence in the short term. All of the leading slot machine manufacturers are coming out with new and improved versions of video games ... (read more)
Las Vegas Is Still the Gambling Capital11 February 2004
Here's another reason why Las Vegas is still the "gambling capital" in spite of the proliferation of casino betting to many other parts of the country: On Saturday, December 6, 2003, Terrible's Casino & Hotel celebrated its third anniversary by offering gamblers a pair of sweet six-hour deals that those of us in the Chicago-area can only dream about. ... (read more)
Big Happenings at Harrah's East Chicago4 February 2004
Continuing through March of this year, there's a $27 million renovation in progress at Harrah's East Chicago Hotel & Casino that will transform the already spacious and comfortable vessel into an even more pleasurable gambling experience.
If you've been to the property recently, you probably have already observed some of the upgrades. ... (read more)
New Year's Resolutions for Slot Players28 January 2004
There's something about the start of a new year that makes us want to wipe the slate clean and begin a fresh outlook on life. We set goals, resolve to break bad habits and replace them with good ones. For now, put those thoughts about buying a treadmill or bringing a salad to work for lunch aside and concentrate on how to become a better slot player.
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