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SmallLake Dives into Postflop Play Without Initiative in Latest Video
NewsJanuary 9, 2026·1 min read

SmallLake Dives into Postflop Play Without Initiative in Latest Video


SmallLake, a prominent figure in the MTT Project, has released a new video focusing on postflop play without initiative. This latest installment in his series delves into the complexities of playing postflop when cold calling late vs early.

In the video, SmallLake explains how to build lines when paying preflop from late positions and facing the flop without having been the aggressor. He breaks down how ranges interact in these situations, which textures favor the player in position (IP), and when to be more cautious.

This video is a key resource for understanding how to extract value and make better decisions when in position but without initiative, avoiding common mistakes and maximizing this spot. It is available on Universidad.

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