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Five Canasta Hills I'm Willing to Die On (after 12+ years of teaching the game)
Every canasta player has a few opinions. These are mine. From Rule of Five to Special Hands, I share the five canasta hills I'm willing to die on after more than 12 years of teaching the game. Agree or disagree, I hope this article gets you thinking about not just what the rules are, but why they exist. Trust me... this list was heavily edited.
Card Games for a Winning Holiday
Ready the eggnog and spice up the party! With these spunky card games, how can you go AFOWL?
Where in the World Did This Game Come From?
Just Because You Can, Doesn't Mean You Should
Think of what you can and cannot do as the rules of the game, and what you should or should not do as strategy. The rules are set in stone; they’re either a “yes, you can” or a “no, not allowed.” However, just because the rules allow something, strategy should dictate what you do. And here’s where it gets tricky - strategy varies! Ask five different players what they would do in the same situation, and you’ll likely get five different answers.
Your Table, Your Rules!
Since Canasta made its splash in the U.S. in 1949, table rules have varied from game to game. Why? Theories abound—misunderstandings, blending strategy with rules. Interestingly, Canasta can even develop geographic “conventions.” Whatever the reason, being crystal clear about your table rules ensures the game is fun and fair for all players.
