2-7 Triple Draw
Also known as: Deuce-to-Seven Triple Draw, TD, Triple Draw Lowball, 2-7 TD
A lowball draw game with three draw opportunities and four betting rounds. The best hand is 2-3-4-5-7 (not 2-3-4-5-6, since that is a straight). Aces are always high, and straights and flushes count against you. One of the most complex and skill-intensive poker variants.
Quick Rules
- Each player is dealt 5 cards face down.
- 4 betting rounds with 3 draw rounds between them.
- Lowest hand wins. Best hand is 2-3-4-5-7 (not suited).
- Aces are ALWAYS high — they are bad cards.
- Straights and flushes COUNT against you — avoid them.
- Each draw, players may discard 0-5 cards and receive replacements.
Strategy Notes
Starting hand quality is paramount — begin with five cards 8 or lower with no pair. Drawing one card is ideal; drawing two is marginal. Position is critical since acting last lets you see how many cards opponents drew. Snowing (standing pat with a bad hand as a bluff) is an advanced play.
Home Game Tips
Not beginner-friendly — requires understanding that aces are high and straights/flushes count. Limit to 6 players to avoid running out of cards (30 starting cards + up to 15 per draw round). A favorite among serious poker players.
Use Other game type. Three draw rounds managed by the dealer.
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