BTN Open – All Stack Depths
Default preflop ranges for the BTN Open spot in 6-Max MTT at every stack depth, from the RangerPro library.
The Button is the most profitable seat in poker. Acting last on every post-flop street gives you maximum information, allowing the widest open range at the table.
Opening (raise first in) sets the pace for the hand. Your open-raise range defines which hands are strong enough to voluntarily enter the pot and face potential 3-bets.
Default range at 100bb
compare_arrows Range by Stack Depth
| Stack | Hands | Width | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100bb |
|
66.9% | View arrow_forward |
| 50bb |
|
64.5% | View arrow_forward |
| 25bb |
|
56.8% | lock Pro |
| 20bb |
|
52.1% | View arrow_forward |
| 19bb |
|
45.6% | lock Pro |
| 18bb |
|
45.6% | lock Pro |
| 17bb |
|
43.2% | lock Pro |
| 16bb |
|
43.2% | lock Pro |
| 15bb |
|
41.4% | lock Pro |
| 14bb |
|
40.8% | lock Pro |
| 13bb |
|
39.1% | lock Pro |
| 12bb |
|
39.1% | lock Pro |
| 11bb |
|
40.2% | lock Pro |
| 10bb |
|
43.8% | lock Pro |
As stacks get shorter, the BTN Open range tightens. Speculative hands lose implied odds value and the range converges on premium holdings. The table above shows exactly how many hands are included at each depth.
help Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the Button open so many hands? expand_more
The Button acts last on every post-flop street, providing maximum information advantage. At 100bb, this range includes 113 hands (66.9%), exploiting position to profitably play weaker holdings.
Should I open any two cards from the Button? expand_more
Not quite. Even from the Button, truly weak hands like 72o have negative expected value. This range is optimized to include hands that can win preflop folds or navigate post-flop profitably.
How should I adjust my BTN opening range at final tables? expand_more
At final tables with ICM pressure, tighten the BTN range when big stacks are in the blinds and widen it when short stacks are defending. Pay-jump pressure significantly affects correct opening frequencies.
These ranges are theoretical approximations provided for study purposes only. They do not guarantee results. Adapt them to your own game and opponents.
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