The rec who sits down at midnight is not fresh. He's been at the casino for hours doing something else - slots, blackjack, drinking at the bar. He's not playing his A game and he never was.

Why they do it

Late night $1/$2 is a different game than afternoon $1/$2. The players are more tired, more emotional, and more likely to gamble. The midnight rec who sits down with a rack of chips from the slots is not a threat - he's a target. He's already made decisions tonight that tell you everything about how he thinks.

The adjustment

Value bet everything against late night recs. They're not folding. They came to gamble and they're going to gamble. Just make sure you have a hand worth value betting.

What it's worth

Late night sessions with fresh eyes against tired, emotional players are some of the most profitable hours in live poker. If you can stay sharp while they deteriorate, the edge is significant.