The Schnapsen Log
Setting Up the Endplay
Martin Tompa
I played a fascinating deal against Doktor Schnaps just a few days ago that I thought you might enjoy working out. This one had a type of endgame that I’d never encountered before.
Doktor Schnaps: (19 points)
♠ AJ
♥ —
♣ J
♦ AQYou: (26 points)
♠ K
♥ A
♣ AT
♦ TTrump: ♣
Stock: Exhausted
Game points: Doktor Schnaps 4, You 3
On lead: You
There are only five cards left in each hand, so how difficult can it be to find the winning play? The answer in this case, I think, is that it’s not that easy. But if you figure it out, I think you’ll find it very satisfying. Once you’ve made your plan, you are welcome to read my analysis.
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