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		<title>Dwayne Wade and LeBron James still sting out</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:03:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Injuries seem never-ending in this season of NBA, with many star players affected by injuries and doubts over their status prevail until now. The story of injuries continues with Dwayne Wade and LeBron James both slowed down because of injuries. Both of them sat out in Thursday’s game between Heat and Atlanta Hawks, and both [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Injuries seem never-ending in this season of NBA, with many star players affected by injuries and doubts over their status prevail until now. The story of injuries continues with Dwayne Wade and LeBron James both slowed down because of injuries. Both of them sat out in Thursday’s game between Heat and Atlanta Hawks, and both of them were not in their uniform, when they sat on Miami bench. Erik Spoelstra, heat coach, commented on injuries on the player, and said that Wade is suffering from a sore foot and the chances of his playing is more doubtful than James, because of his injury on the left leg.<br />
This is the second game that Wade has missed after the first game against Indiana on Wednesday. Heat won the Wednesday’s game with 118-83 against Indiana. It was back on December 28, when wade injured his foot and the injury still persists and is affecting his game in this season of NBA as well. When it comes to LeBron James, he suffered injury in his left ankle, when his ankle turned during the game on Wednesday night. He actually stepped on Paul George’s foot from Indiana when he was trying the fast-break layup.<br />
Even though James suffered the injury during Wednesday’s game, yet he finished the game with 13 assists and 33 points at the end. Coach Spoelstra commented that, “We are keeping all the points in mind starting from the games ahead, to rest and treatment, which we can do.” According to the coach, the injuries are not too serious and there are hopes of both the players returning to game as soon as possible. In the game against Indiana James Jones played in place of Wade, and in the game against the Hawks, Shane Battier started the game.<br />
There is news of injuries from Hawk’s side as well, as the status of Tracy McGrady is also uncertain, and Coach Larry Drew confirmed this later. Tracy McGrady suffered from a bruised knee and nothing much has been said about his injury after the game. It is a down time for Miami Heat with two most important players sitting out because of injuries and there is no confirmation about any one of them playing in the next game. The fans will have to wait to see their star players play in the NBA season and it seems that the injuries are making the wait even longer.  </p>
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		<title>Wednesday&#8217;s Top 10</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:03:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Wenger’s Comments about Arsenal in 2011</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:53:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Arsene Wenger, manager of Arsenal football club has been in the news for his optimistic comments, even as his team seems to be struggling harder than before. While the disappointment amongst fans have been expecting little from the team’s players and management, many stakeholders of Arsenal have appeared to show greater interest in rival team [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="_mcePaste">Arsene Wenger, manager of Arsenal football club has been in the news for his optimistic comments, even as his team seems to be struggling harder than before. While the disappointment amongst fans have been expecting little from the team’s players and management, many stakeholders of Arsenal have appeared to show greater interest in rival team Chelsea. Although financially well-off now, Arsenal FC has not been raising the hopes of its stakeholders as high as some other clubs. Wenger has been wise enough to realize that, and conveyed a conservative message in most of his conferences held recently.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste">Although making money seems to be easy for most teams deeply in the transfers market, Arsenal is not in the habit of letting off its players too easily. This has been met with mixed reaction from experts and fans, and Wenger has promised nothing less than strong fights from his men. Trusting their unique soccer qualities, Wenger mentioned that he was aware about the reasons why his team was not a favorite contender this season, but also mentioned that he is supervising the practice sessions only to find out that his men are raring to have a go at the tough competition that lies ahead.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste">Most fans have ranked Arsenal close to the tenth spot as contenders in the English Premier League. Many suggest that a few exchanges and may be some new players can bring back the old glory of the Arsenal club. However, Wenger remarked that only unity could be the reason for success in these difficult times. While Chelsea as a football club has been experimenting with team changes successfully, Wenger seemingly refuses to compare the two situations for several reasons. Being consistent is difficult for every soccer team, and unity is one way to ensure it according to the Arsenal manager.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste">In order to get back to old glory, one feels that changes are necessary. Although Arsenal has been planning regulatory changes and new strategies, it has been eager to take gratifying steps that will allow players to perform with a consolidated understanding of their tactics on the field.</div>
<p>Wenger’s Comments about Arsenal in 2011Arsene Wenger, manager of Arsenal football club has been in the news for his optimistic comments, even as his team seems to be struggling harder than before. While the disappointment amongst fans have been expecting little from the team’s players and management, many stakeholders of Arsenal have appeared to show greater interest in rival team Chelsea. Although financially well-off now, Arsenal FC has not been raising the hopes of its stakeholders as high as some other clubs. Wenger has been wise enough to realize that, and conveyed a conservative message in most of his conferences held recently.Although making money seems to be easy for most teams deeply in the transfers market, Arsenal is not in the habit of letting off its players too easily. This has been met with mixed reaction from experts and fans, and Wenger has promised nothing less than strong fights from his men. Trusting their unique soccer qualities, Wenger mentioned that he was aware about the reasons why his team was not a favorite contender this season, but also mentioned that he is supervising the practice sessions only to find out that his men are raring to have a go at the tough competition that lies ahead.Most fans have ranked Arsenal close to the tenth spot as contenders in the English Premier League. Many suggest that a few exchanges and may be some new players can bring back the old glory of the Arsenal club. However, Wenger remarked that only unity could be the reason for success in these difficult times. While Chelsea as a football club has been experimenting with team changes successfully, Wenger seemingly refuses to compare the two situations for several reasons. Being consistent is difficult for every soccer team, and unity is one way to ensure it according to the Arsenal manager.   In order to get back to old glory, one feels that changes are necessary. Although Arsenal has been planning regulatory changes and new strategies, it has been eager to take gratifying steps that will allow players to perform with a consolidated understanding of their tactics on the field.</p>
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		<title>Ottawa Senators Game Tickets</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:53:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Games featuring Ottawa Senators are a hot favorite for NHL fans in November. If you are eager to get the tickets, it is important to know that they will be available from official NHL websites, and they cost different for the various games. Although early bookings can get you affordable deals, they are generally available [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="_mcePaste">Games featuring Ottawa Senators are a hot favorite for NHL fans in November. If you are eager to get the tickets, it is important to know that they will be available from official NHL websites, and they cost different for the various games. Although early bookings can get you affordable deals, they are generally available with fluctuating prices. The games will be held at different places including Canada and the United States. Some of the major venues include Washington DC, Dallas TX, Vancouver, Buffalo NY and Edmonton. There are numerous other venues where fans await the Senators to arrive, but you may be interested in matches that feature the strongest of opponents.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste">November’s third week will feature games against Edmonton Oilers, Calgary Flames, Toronto Maple Leafs and Vancouver Canucks. The most in-demand tickets seem to be for the game against Vancouver, and they are priced at a minimum of $79. All these matches will be played with the Senators traveling to the respective locations, and they will be in Canada until November 25. While the other tickets for third week games are available for $14 &#8211; $55, the game against Maple Leafs will be important. While James Reimer has been in the news for injuries, his return to the goal may be not too far away. As a result, the Senators have every reason to keep complacency at bay.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste">The Senators will be traveling to play the Pittsburgh Penguins in front of their home crowd, and the tickets are priced a whopping $99 base price. This will be a stressful time for the Senators players, especially because of they have to meet the Carolina Hurricanes back at Kanata in Canada after a couple of days. The two matches will leave only a couple of days between November 25 and 27.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste">A couple of days later (on November 29), the Senators will travel to Winnipeg, to play the home team Jets over there. The tickets are available for about $130 base price. You can also get the tickets for December and Janurary 2012 games, and they cost much lesser than $100 right now.</div>
<p>Ottawa Senators Game TicketsGames featuring Ottawa Senators are a hot favorite for NHL fans in November. If you are eager to get the tickets, it is important to know that they will be available from official NHL websites, and they cost different for the various games. Although early bookings can get you affordable deals, they are generally available with fluctuating prices. The games will be held at different places including Canada and the United States. Some of the major venues include Washington DC, Dallas TX, Vancouver, Buffalo NY and Edmonton. There are numerous other venues where fans await the Senators to arrive, but you may be interested in matches that feature the strongest of opponents.November’s third week will feature games against Edmonton Oilers, Calgary Flames, Toronto Maple Leafs and Vancouver Canucks. The most in-demand tickets seem to be for the game against Vancouver, and they are priced at a minimum of $79. All these matches will be played with the Senators traveling to the respective locations, and they will be in Canada until November 25. While the other tickets for third week games are available for $14 &#8211; $55, the game against Maple Leafs will be important. While James Reimer has been in the news for injuries, his return to the goal may be not too far away. As a result, the Senators have every reason to keep complacency at bay.The Senators will be traveling to play the Pittsburgh Penguins in front of their home crowd, and the tickets are priced a whopping $99 base price. This will be a stressful time for the Senators players, especially because of they have to meet the Carolina Hurricanes back at Kanata in Canada after a couple of days. The two matches will leave only a couple of days between November 25 and 27. A couple of days later (on November 29), the Senators will travel to Winnipeg, to play the home team Jets over there. The tickets are available for about $130 base price. You can also get the tickets for December and Janurary 2012 games, and they cost much lesser than $100 right now.</p>
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		<title>Sims-Walker Injury to Affect Jacksonville Jaguars?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:53:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sims-Walker being down with a knee injury, is expected to miss a few matches. However, his team, Jacksonville Jaguars have found an apt replacement in Brian Robiskie from Cleveland. This is a waiver that the officials may have decided for the future back in earlier seasons. Player transfers being a common feature in the NFL, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="_mcePaste">Sims-Walker being down with a knee injury, is expected to miss a few matches. However, his team, Jacksonville Jaguars have found an apt replacement in Brian Robiskie from Cleveland. This is a waiver that the officials may have decided for the future back in earlier seasons. Player transfers being a common feature in the NFL, both teams are in agreeable circumstances about this replacement. However, many fans did not expect their team to be playing a star from a different club. The press has reported this transfer of Robiskie as a temporary move, but by being an official waiver, the player might last longer with Jaguars than many expect.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste">Robiskie, who has had a great run in recent years, has been at the top of the game especially with his record featuring multiple facets about him since 2010. The new receiver for the Jaguars is expected to continue in the same performance standards he has shown for Cleveland in the recent past. It will be worthwhile watching him play as most fans are waiting to see the new face of the reception in the Jaguars side. Robiskie is expected to showcase his talents which have got him 39 receptions, 441 yards and 3 touchdowns in his career. In 2010 alone, the new Jaguars player has been recorded to have 29 receptions and 310 yards.</div>
<div id="_mcePaste">Many Sims-Walker fans believe that Robiskie might need to reassess his skills before merging his talent with the new team. However, fans also believe that although the two teams have different playing styles, the substitute will have little trouble in adapting. He has been playing at multiple levels since the college years and has performed consistently well as a receiver. Moreover, his record speaks for his stature in the NFL games. Fans of the Jaguars are only hoping for the best outcomes in the coming matches. Whether or not he will be off the team after Sims-Walker is ready to play, is a matter of speculation and strategic developments in the Jaguars team. Such decisions will also depend on the way the team performs with the new receiver.</div>
<p>Sims-Walker Injury to Affect Jacksonville Jaguars?Sims-Walker being down with a knee injury, is expected to miss a few matches. However, his team, Jacksonville Jaguars have found an apt replacement in Brian Robiskie from Cleveland. This is a waiver that the officials may have decided for the future back in earlier seasons. Player transfers being a common feature in the NFL, both teams are in agreeable circumstances about this replacement. However, many fans did not expect their team to be playing a star from a different club. The press has reported this transfer of Robiskie as a temporary move, but by being an official waiver, the player might last longer with Jaguars than many expect. Robiskie, who has had a great run in recent years, has been at the top of the game especially with his record featuring multiple facets about him since 2010. The new receiver for the Jaguars is expected to continue in the same performance standards he has shown for Cleveland in the recent past. It will be worthwhile watching him play as most fans are waiting to see the new face of the reception in the Jaguars side. Robiskie is expected to showcase his talents which have got him 39 receptions, 441 yards and 3 touchdowns in his career. In 2010 alone, the new Jaguars player has been recorded to have 29 receptions and 310 yards.Many Sims-Walker fans believe that Robiskie might need to reassess his skills before merging his talent with the new team. However, fans also believe that although the two teams have different playing styles, the substitute will have little trouble in adapting. He has been playing at multiple levels since the college years and has performed consistently well as a receiver. Moreover, his record speaks for his stature in the NFL games. Fans of the Jaguars are only hoping for the best outcomes in the coming matches. Whether or not he will be off the team after Sims-Walker is ready to play, is a matter of speculation and strategic developments in the Jaguars team. Such decisions will also depend on the way the team performs with the new receiver.</p>
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		<title>Richards Reaches Los Angeles</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:01:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mike Richards was traded to Los Angeles Kings in the month of June. He will do the role of forward for the kings. He was playing for Philadelphia flyers in the last season. There are rumors that he was sent away by the Philadelphia flyers because of his party boy activities and for not taking [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mike Richards was traded to Los Angeles Kings in the month of June. He will do the role of forward for the kings. He was playing for Philadelphia flyers in the last season. There are rumors that he was sent away by the Philadelphia flyers because of his party boy activities and for not taking the role of captain seriously. Though Richard had denied the allegations by the media the officials of flyers are not satisfied. Richard talked with the media people and tried to clear him of their allegations .he was given support by the Kings fans.</p>
<p>Mike Richard was having a high position in Philadelphia but in Los Angeles kings he will be sharing his position with the top center Anze Kopitar. One of his teammate from Philadelphia will join him in Los Angeles. John Stevens the head coach of Philadelphia has been already appointed as an assistant to the Kings coach Terry Murray. It was with the help of Terry; Richard had made this transition happen. Simon Gagne an old friend of Richard will also join him in Los Angeles Kings</p>
<p>Richard who wants to have a new start is hoping that thing will go smoothly in Southern California. Richard is happy that he has reached a place about which he knows. He thinks that it will be therefore easier for him in focusing his energy in learning the pros and cons of his opponent rather than learning about the players in his own team. Richard believe that things will be lot more easier as he will get a chance to play with Simon Gagne, his former team mate, Dustin Brown the Captain of Kings, Kopitar and Justin Williams. He wants to leave behind him the allegations and accusations as party boy and want to move on. He is sure that he will be able to adjust to the conditions in Los Angeles within a short time.</p>
<p>When questioned about the reason for his trade he said he is not aware of any proper reason. But there were reports on news papers that some flyers have revealed that Richards’s hard partying nature has pushed him in to trouble. Richard is really unhappy about what is going behind him. He said that it is mentally draining to hear something about him that is not true in any sense. His fans hope that he will be more focused in LA.</p>
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		<title>Emirates Cup 2011- Arsenal v. Boca Juniors &#8211; 30.07.2011</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:00:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Iannetta instrumental to Rockies win</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2011 08:28:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Iannetta’s play Although, the Rockies claimed a 2 – 1 win over Mets on Monday, Chris Iannetta remained unsatisfied with his game. Most viewers commended his winning home run during the seventh inning. The shot was hit over the left field wall giving Iannetta the opportunity to take two steps outside the batter’s box. However, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Iannetta’s play<br />
Although, the Rockies claimed a 2 – 1 win over Mets on Monday, Chris Iannetta remained unsatisfied with his game. Most viewers commended his winning home run during the seventh inning. The shot was hit over the left field wall giving Iannetta the opportunity to take two steps outside the batter’s box. However, Iannetta said that he was very slow as he had been aiming to get more than that. Nonetheless, the team will be glad for his slow step out of the box while Iannetta continues tearing the cover off the ball. The player is hitting .409 (9-for-22) having scored two home runs in the first ten days of the month after collecting only ten in the month of April.<br />
Winning the match a morale booster<br />
Besides Iannetta, the team has been struggling after their 1-5 trip showed on Monday when the team only managed five hits. However, after losing four games in a row, the win even when not ideal is a booster to the team’s diminishing morale. After the game, Iannetta listened to music along with his team players. He said that this was traditional for the Rockies after a win. During the Monday night’s opening match in a eight game homestead, Iannetta converted a base hit to a double during the match’s fifth inning. Later in the game, he scored on Dexter Fowler’s RBI single. Iannetta’s home run came on an 81 miles per hour slider from the opponent’s starter Chris Capuano.<br />
Iannetta’s improved technique<br />
During the last season, the player managed .197 and has been working on making mechanical adjustments to his swing during the spring training session. Iannetta has taken help from manager Jim Tracy, hitting coach Carney Lansford, and first-base coach Glenallen Hill. However, though the tips have been helpful, the player says focusing on remaining calm during the pressure has been a key to improving his technique. Jim Tracy believes that the biggest improvement in Iannetta’s game has been in the way he manages the Rockies pitchers who have received outing from Jhoulys Chacin allowing only one home run on two hits over six innings.</p>
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		<title>Beyond Boxing for Manny Pacquiao</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2011 08:27:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The setting Located in the Ernita district is the Manila Bay Café that is ripe with anticipation on the Sunday morning of May 8, 2011. The district was a popular red-light area that has seen tremendous upliftment by Mayor Alfred Lim. Formerly known as the LA Café; the bar comprises numerous bars, a stage for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The setting<br />
Located in the Ernita district is the Manila Bay Café that is ripe with anticipation on the Sunday morning of May 8, 2011. The district was a popular red-light area that has seen tremendous upliftment by Mayor Alfred Lim. Formerly known as the LA Café; the bar comprises numerous bars, a stage for live bands playing, and billiard tables on two floors. The bar was shut down due to under-age dancers but was reopened as a sports bar. Therefore, the new renovated bar is the perfect setting for a game of boxing between Manny Pacquiao and Shane Mosley.<br />
The Messiah<br />
Most Filipinos believe that Pacquiao is more than God for their country. The Philippines is known for the four “Bs”, boxing, billiards, bowling, and basketball. Boxing was never the foremost sport in the country especially during the time of bowling legend Rafael Nepomuceno and billiard player Elfren Reyes. However, when Manny Pacquiao started playing boxing, the game was elevated to the number one sport in the country. His success and charm has given most of his countrymen to believe that he can succeed in anything he tries. Most Filipinos believe him to be the one who shall bring their country out of its poverty and corruption. Many believe that Pacquiao will become the President of their country in the near future. Most individuals present at the bar on this Sunday morning are indifferent to whether Pacquiao wins the mathc or not. They are present to see their hero and support him as they believe him to be their savoir.<br />
Pacquiao ready for his new role<br />
As more individuals consider Pacquiao as the messiah for the eliminating economic poverty marking their country, the boxer is also ready to take on new responsibilities and save his nation. The fighter is taking on his new role as the one who shall free Phillipines from the numerous government officials who are corrupt and taking up office only to make themselves rich. The newest and the richest elected national Congressman, Manny Pacquiao at a press conference on Wednesday mentioned that the bigger fight of his life was to rid his country from the poverty that plagues it.</p>
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		<title>Poker Face</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2011 06:01:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In the United States a lot of online poker players are trying to figure out if they have a Poker Face stoic enough for live poker. With the shut-down of online poker sites that service the U.S.A. suddenly brick and mortar casinos will be one of the few outlets to play poker. It’s important for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In the United States a lot of online poker players are trying to  figure out if they have a <a href="http://www.pokerroom.com"> Poker Face</a> stoic enough for live poker. With the shut-down of online poker  sites that service the U.S.A. suddenly brick and mortar casinos will be one of  the few outlets to play poker. It’s important for an online poker player to try  and develop specific live skills that make the transition from online poker to  live poker as seamless as possible. Even if you live a part of the world that  has legal online poker and probably will never have a shut-down the temptation  will always be there to play live. Not only that many online sites like bwin  poker offer prizes packages to live tournaments that offer a fun filled trip and  live poker. Thus, all online players should prepare for the eventuality of  playing live poker. A poker face is a vital ingredient of success in live poker.  Being able to not reveal anything about the strength or weakness of a hand can  be extremely profitable. Online players can work on this when they are playing  by imagining the avatars of their opponents are studying them. Those that cannot  imagine that easily, or cannot get comfortable role playing because it’s too  artificial can easily put a mirror next to their computer and put a stack of  chips next to their mouse. Then they can click their mouse and study themselves  when they are on a monster bluff or when they have the nuts. They can work on  containing their emotions or their natural reactions by studying themselves in  the mirror. Accelerated heart-rates can be evident in a pulsing blood vessel in  the neck. Players on a bluff may self soothe with oral manipulation such as:  licking their lips, grinding their teeth or swallowing. A player can see if he’s  guilty of any of these tells. Obviously, the time to make a decision in online  poker is much shorter than it is live. Still, every once in a while a hand will  take longer than normal if an opponent goes into a time bank tank, and the  mirror is a great tool for repressing that emotion. Usually, an online player  does just the opposite of repressing; he’s screaming at the computer or  agonizing obviously because he can’t be seen. It’s important to nip that habit  in the bud. Sometimes the opposite is true, because some players multi-table so  much they realize that given hands don’t determine their profit. They are  resigned to the outcome and already on another table, when they click back  they’ll find out if they succeeded or failed. This feeling that the money or  that one hand doesn’t matter is a great aid for a poker face. Only problem, for  even those pros, is once they play live they don’t have another game to focus on  because there is only one hand in play. Suddenly, in that new scenario their  reactions might be quite different. Tom Dwan, likely has such a great live poker  face, because he sees the big picture and once he’s made the right decision to  bet, the outcome is less important than the correct decision in the first place.  This is easier said and imagined than actually practiced. In live poker, if you  are showing tilt you might be attacked as people think you are on the verge of a  mistake. In online poker there are no such visual cues. Some would argue a poker  face is the same as an actor’s face. Can you feign strength or weakness, or stay  one level beyond your opponent and show strength when strong? If you want to use  your poker face as an actor’s face at the table it’s important to be subtle. If  you obviously act weak, they might peg you as strong or vice versa. Use caution  with this strategy because skilled live players have also seen it all, so even  if you think you are one step ahead of them, you may not be.</p>
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