McMaster appeals poker ruling
Attorney General Henry McMaster’s office said a judge erred when he ruled that the poker game Texas Hold ‘em is a game of skill in tossing out charges against five local players.
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Poker glossary:
- PAY OFF - Calling a bet with little expectation of winning, unless the opponent is bluffing.
- THIRD STREET - In Stud, the third card dealt to each player.
- SHORT-STACKED - Playing with a only a small amount of money, thus limiting one's risk and reward.
- CHASE - To continue in a hand, often at poor odds, in the hopes of catching a much better hand. "He called, chasing the flush.".
- UNDER THE GUN - The position that has to act first in a round of betting.
- BLUFF - To make a bet or raise with a poor hand, in hope that the remaining active player(s) will fold.
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