What's everyone's position on the following scenario? It's something that comes up often enough and really has me lost as to what's the most profitable strategy.


You're 3 places from the dealer at a full limit HE table. 2 people have limped early, the next two fold, and it's up to you. Your hand is JQs. Is it profitable to bring this in for a raise, or should you limp? I think that raising is a good play. I like the potential for becoming the effective button and the fact that you'll probably end up with 3-4 opponents in the hand, which is a nice situation for a drawing hand. As well, at a passive table, I think the value of a bluff to take the pot if the board looks scary increases if you've shown strength preflop. Who agrees/disagrees? Any help would be much appreciated.

Thanks

Problem here is that 3 spots from the dealer is middle position, not late position.

You have 3 opponents and the blinds (5 total) any one of whom could raise, leaving you having made 3 bets preflop with a suited connector, albeit the best one.

Probably should just limp from mid...