HJ Open – All Stack Depths
Default preflop ranges for the HJ Open spot in 6-Max MTT at every stack depth, from the RangerPro library.
The Hijack bridges early and late position. You can widen slightly compared to UTG, adding some suited broadways and medium pairs that would be too risky from first position.
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 |
|
39.1% | View arrow_forward |
| 50bb |
|
40.2% | View arrow_forward |
| 25bb |
|
40.2% | View arrow_forward |
| 20bb |
|
35.5% | View arrow_forward |
| 19bb |
|
30.2% | lock Pro |
| 18bb |
|
29.0% | lock Pro |
| 17bb |
|
27.2% | lock Pro |
| 16bb |
|
27.2% | lock Pro |
| 15bb |
|
27.8% | lock Pro |
| 14bb |
|
26.6% | lock Pro |
| 13bb |
|
27.2% | lock Pro |
| 12bb |
|
27.8% | lock Pro |
| 11bb |
|
33.7% | lock Pro |
| 10bb |
|
30.2% | lock Pro |
As stacks get shorter, the HJ 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
How does the Hijack opening range differ from UTG? expand_more
The HJ opens wider than UTG because there's one fewer player to act behind. At 100bb, the HJ range includes 66 hands (39.1%), adding medium suited connectors and weaker broadways compared to UTG.
Is the Hijack considered early or late position? expand_more
The Hijack is a middle position — tighter than the Cutoff and Button, but looser than UTG. It's the transition point where ranges start widening significantly in 6-max play.
What hands should I add to the HJ range against passive tables? expand_more
Against passive opponents who rarely 3-bet, consider adding suited Ax hands (A7s–A2s), suited one-gappers (T8s, 97s), and small pairs. Tighten back up if someone starts 3-betting you frequently.
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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