Tournament concept

Min-Cash — Tournament Poker Concept Explained

Here's a clear definition with real-hand context, plus how it connects to the rest of your strategy.

Quick answer

Min-Cash — Finishing in the lowest-paying spot in a tournament.

In more detail

Returns roughly 1.5x your buy-in. Pursuing min-cashes via ultra-tight bubble play is sub-optimal long-term.

Common questions

What does Min-Cash mean in poker?

Returns roughly 1.5x your buy-in. Pursuing min-cashes via ultra-tight bubble play is sub-optimal long-term.

Related terms

Double Up
Winning an all-in to double your chip stack.
Freeroll
A tournament with no entry fee but real prizes.
ICM
Converts tournament chip stacks to real-dollar equity.
MTT
A tournament played across many tables, players consolidating until one is left.

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