Is refusing to straddle in action games really an angle?

Lee Jones covers an interesting topic, talking about straddles in cash games and how these, even though they are not mandatory like blinds, are, in fact a social contract among players.

If there is a player who constantly refuses to straddle, Jones firmly believes they are, in fact, shooting an angle. It may not be against the rules, but it breaks the spirit of the game.

This is an interesting read, especially if you’re a part of a private game where the atmosphere is chilled and the action is good. To keep the things moving, sacrificing a little bit of EV is often the right play.