Half is Plenty Good for Friedman
When six people limp into a pot, getting half isn't just a moral victory -- it actually improves your stack. Perry Friedman was one of six limpers to a flop of . After one check and a bet, Friedman called. Three others folded before the initial checker also called.
On the turn the action went check and bet again, but this time Friedman raised. The player in between called before the original bettor re-raised. Friedman and the third player both called.
Each player put in one bet on the river. Friedman showed for a wheel; his aggressive opponent showed for a flush; the third player mucked.