Bridge with Bland

  • Bridge with Bland: 5.8.19 May 6th, 20190 Comments

    The Mississippi River Heart Hand and the Duke of Cumberland Hand (aka the 007 Moonraker Hand) have been part of whist and bridge lore for centuries. Bridge legend keeps us playing deal …Read More

  • Bridge with Bland: 4.10.19 April 8th, 20190 Comments

    The spring nationals bridge championships were held in Memphis this year. Many St. Louisans were in attendance, and some acquitted themselves very well. At the tournament, difficult opening …Read More

  • Bridge with Bland: 3.13.19 March 11th, 20190 Comments

    When playing at the local dup, your score can depend on the skill level of your opponents. My partner and I were unlucky to be playing a hand against two of St. Louis’ best, Jack Bryant …Read More

  • Bridge with Bland: 2.13.19 February 11th, 20190 Comments

    Double game swings are rare no matter what form of bridge you are playing. If you’re playing team (KO or Swiss), these swings can be devastating to one side or the other. The old rub …Read More

  • Bridge With Blind: 11.1.17 October 31st, 20170 Comments

    Years ago, one of my bridge mentors, the incomparable Roger Lord III, used to say, “Never give up on a hand.” This month’s scenario illustrates Roger’s sage advice.
    The bidding: S W …Read More

  • Bridge with Bland: 10.4.17 October 4th, 20170 Comments

    Rules, rules, rules! In bridge, there’s a rule for every number up to 20 and beyond. Rules are a good guideline, but common sense and logic trump bromides. This month’s hand …Read More

  • Bridge with Bland: 9.6.17 September 5th, 20170 Comments

    Congratulations to the winners and participants who make the St. Louis Regional a perennial success. Special kudos to long-time tournament chairman Mike Carmen and his crew.
    Vul: …Read More

  • Bridge with Bland: 6.7.17 June 5th, 20170 Comments

    Congratulations to all the winners at the recent Unit 143 Sectional Spring Tournament. Special acknowledgment to Tom Oppenheimer for receiving the Meritorious Service Award for his …Read More

  • Bridge with Bland February 6th, 20170 Comments

    While playing at the local dupe, a North/South pair aggressively bid a good 4 ♠ game. Declarer wasted no time in taking 10 tricks. The pair was disappointed when the scores came out, …Read More

  • Bridge with Bland: 1.4.17 January 5th, 20170 Comments

    Playing at the local duplicate, the North players had a ‘book’ bid to four ♠s. Playing in three No Trump was a much simpler contract. Be that as it may, see if you can bring home …Read More

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