Re: 1NT or 2H?

Stephen Fischer wrote:
> Dealer: Nth
> Vul:  All
> IMPs
>
> You're East, and you're playing against good opponents.  You pick up:
>
> 643
> 76543
> T4
> AQ3
>
> The bidding proceeds:
>
>   N     E    S    W
> Pass  Pass  1S  1NT
> Pass  ?
>
> 1S shows 5 cards and a normal sort of opening.
> 1NT shows 15-18 balanced and is unlikely to be offshape.
>
> You're playing "systems on", so 2D is available as a transfer.
>
> Your call?

I pass. It's close but the threat of Spade ruff(s) make it less
attractive than it might be. The Heart suit IS attractive. It's a
straight-flush after all.

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Will in New Haven
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