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    Poker Positions — Why Your Seat Is Worth More Than Your Cards

    A complete guide to poker positions: UTG, MP, Cutoff, Button and the blinds — how position changes opening ranges, steals and postflop decisions.

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    Roy Ben-Ari
    Head of Content & Poker at GGClub Israel
    7/31/2026
    · 10 min read
    Poker Positions — Why Your Seat Is Worth More Than Your Cards

    Why position matters

    Acting last lets you see what others do first. That information makes every decision easier and lets you control the pot size.

    Positions at a 6-max table

    From earliest to latest after the flop:

    PositionOpening rangeNote
    UTGTightest (~15%)Five players behind you
    HJ~20%Slightly wider
    CO~27%Good stealing seat
    BTN~40%+Best seat at the table
    SBMixedOut of position post-flop
    BBDefends wideAlready invested
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is this guide suitable for beginners?
    Yes. It starts with practical fundamentals and then points to the decisions that matter most at the table.
    Should I use this as financial advice?
    No. Poker involves risk. Treat this as educational content and always play responsibly within your local rules and personal limits.
    How should I practice the topic?
    Use lower-pressure games first, review hands after the session and focus on decision quality before moving to higher stakes or larger events.