Gaming Gurus: Strategy Expert Article Archive - Page 811

A Shuffle through the Gaming Mailbag

Q. Recently, you recommended an e-book by Steve Gibbs, which I ordered due to your glowing recommendation. I found the material to be somewhat uninspiring and basically not really anything new...read more

How Bad Are Common Departures from the Blackjack Gospel?

Blackjack buffs who faithfully follow Basic Strategy are frequently flabbergasted to find how fine is the line between gospel and blasphemy at their favorite game. Once a person has the gist of casino blackjack, many decisions are pure horse sense...read more

Jest for Fun

Mother to daughter: "I don't like your going to Las Vegas to marry the millionaire you're engaged to. I really believe you'd be happy with a man with less money." Daughter: "Don't worry, Mother...read more

Reno Casino Update: Back in the Saddle Again

Well, the news is pretty good so far regarding the arm... surgery isn't on my options list... there were 5 breaks, and the displacement wasn't enough to have to endure any more trauma from a surgeon's knife... as in "WHEW!" I could barely make it prior to this latest disaster, so one more item off the costs bucks list is okay with me! Silver Legacy's new weekly horse racing handicapping contest is off and running, and the first week's winners have already walked away with $1,500 in prize money...read more

Video Poker Strategy

Dear Mr. Robison, I've been searching the web trying to find any reference to whether or not there is an error in the strategy for deuces wild 10-8-4-3 machines listed on page 121 of Frank Scoblete's book, Victory at Video Poker...read more

How to Convert a Come Bet

Most of us were taught to play the pass line with odds, and have two come bets up. Come bets are liked by most players because they represent the hot numbers. By betting the come, many people believe that they can take advantage of a hot streak or a "monster roll." In addition, come bettors often take double (or more) odds, both on the pass and come lines, to maximize their wins. The come bet, however, does have some disadvantages...read more

Scobe's Quick Tips: #37 and #38

Scobe's Quick Tip #37 Dealers are not allowed to take anything from players' hands, with the exception of dice that have gone off the table and landed on the floor. If you want to cash into a game, you must put your money on the felt...read more

Ask the Slot Expert

Where might we find Yukon Gold online slots to play for fun in between visits to Harrah's AC? Greatly appreciate your reply. Best Regards,Dave Dear Dave, Sorry, I don't know of any online casino that offers the Yukon Gold slot. Best of luck in and out of the casinos,John Hello, My question is: What do you think about the casinos in Delaware? The two I know of and frequent are Dover Down slots and Midway slots. Sorry, I've never been to any of Delaware's casinos...read more

Area Casino Industry Demonstrates Commitment to Diversity

This evening, the Detroit/Windsor Chapter of the Casino Management Association will honor five industry leaders with its prestigious "Visionary Award" for their commitment to diversity. The four area casinos: MotorCity, Greektown, MGM Grand and Casino Windsor, have each developed programs which serve as a model for other businesses in our region that are truly committed to diversity. Josephine Avery, the Director of Human Resources for MotorCity Casino helped forge a partnership between the MotorCity Casino and the Michigan Department of Civil Rights to collaboratively develop a seminar entitled "Cultural Diversity and Civil Rights Law." To date, over 2,300 MotorCity Casino Associates have attended this seminar...read more

Feist 'Football Workbook,' 'Casino Credit & Collection' Reference Key GBC Arrivals

Jim Feist's "2003 Football Workbook (Pro and College)" (305 pages, 8x11 plastic spiralbound, $39.95) and "Casino Credit & Collection" (195 pages, hardbound, $50), though worlds apart in content and audience, comprise two key arrivals at Gambler's Book Shop this week...read more