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Deal Me In by Mark Pilarski

September 26, 2008

The Sure Win is at our Throats Again

Dear Mark: If card counters have a mathematical edge against the casino, isn't it impossible for them to lose? I guess my question is, as long as a player has that edge, they would always win, right? David D.

Yes, but you could go broke first. "Huh?"

Let's begin this exercise by flipping a coin and betting a buck a pop. But first, I am going to generously give you the... Read More

Displaying keen perception and great insight.
She’s a little bit naughty. She’s a little bit nice.
She calls ‘em like she sees (and hears) ‘em.
She’s...
Claire Voyant
Las Vegas - September 19, 2008
Sharon McNight as Sophie Tucker
Gerald Gordon
Michael Cardella If readers recall, in May, Sharon McNight, was scheduled to perform her tribute to Sophie Tucker at the Starbright Theatre. Unfortunately, Sharon became ill just hours... Read More

Deal Me In by Mark Pilarski

August 29, 2008

Many card counters think they are better players than they actually are

Dear Mark: As a hobby, and only at home, I like to count down a deck of cards. As I said, I only do this at home and have never tried it on a live blackjack game. Before I do, I was curious as to if most blackjack players who learn to count cards actually end up being successful at beating the house, or am I, and they, wasting our time? I have to believe... Read More

Deal Me In by Mark Pilarski

April 25, 2008

Come play the tightest loose machine in the West

Dear Mark: How do you determine what is considered loose and tight in slot machines? Is there a way of identifying them? Do they place them where we can't find them? Karen K.

All casinos, Karen, have "loose" and "tight" machines commingled on the casino floor. "Loose" machines are defined as those machines returning more of the player's money; the "tight" machines re... Read More