March 1, 2026
Ep. 179: When to Sac a Piece in Amateur Chess Games
In this episode, we tackle one of the most tempting (and dangerous) questions in amateur chess: when should you sacrifice a piece? Instead of carelessly chasing “!!” moves, we break down when your sac might be sound and when it's likely to fail.
Referenced:
- Netflix Documentary On Carlsen-Niemann Scandal Gets 2026 Release Date
- Why Masters Crush Lower-Rated Players (and You Struggle) by FM Dalton Perrine
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