The Schnapsen Log
December 15, 2012
Postponing Defeat
Martin Tompa
We’re back in your house, continuing the epic battle against your sister Emmi. Your clever Uncle Hans looks on expectantly as you consider your next predicament.
Unseen cards:
♠ AT
♥ KQ
♣ J
♦ JYour cards:
♠ J
♥ J
♣ —
♦ ATQTrump: ♦K
Stock: 1 face-down card
Game points: Emmi 2, You 5
Trick points: Emmi 55, You 21
On lead: You
You find yourself fretting about how close Emmi is to 66 trick points and what you’re going to do with those two miserable jacks. Instead of worrying, calm down and plan your play of the rest of this deal. Once you’ve made a plan, you are welcome to read my analysis.
© 2012 Martin Tompa. All rights reserved.
