William Enslen Jr

You're in the casino, lights are flashing, electronic machines are chiming, you have a pocketful of money, and your heart races as the excitement builds. You see the craps tables in the distance. Your pace quickens.

Contrary to what you probably read in books and other Internet articles, craps is designed for the casino to win and the player to lose. Over time, the player always loses.

You think, "Tip the dealers? What? Losing money to the casino isn't enough, now you tell me I have to give money to the dealers?" Yes, you should tip dealers, especially when they're helpful.

Ever see a craps table with markings that say "Put Bets Allowed?" Surprisingly, few players understand the Put bet.A Put bet is a Pass Line bet that you make (or "put" down) after the come-out roll.

Over your craps-playing life, you'll likely have more losing sessions than winners. Accept it. You must learn to play in reality, not fantasyland. Craps is designed for the player to lose.Suppose, after two hours, the dice have whittled your...