Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack, Modern Defense

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Opening Overview: Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack, Modern Defense

"Diverging from the common Caro-Kann Defense (e6), this line chooses Nc6. It succeeds by accepting a riskier evaluation to avoid heavy theory. This move directly controls e5 and d4."

The move Nc6 signals the Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack, Modern Defense, guiding the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks. Plans should focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks and control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure..

Structure: The board features a Locked Center. With a draw rate of 37%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at -0.21.

Also known as: Caro-Kann: Panov-Botvinnik, 5...Nc6, Caro-Kann Defense, Panov Attack

Stockfish Analysis of Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack, Modern Defense:
-0.21 Balanced
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Technical Details for Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack, Modern Defense

  • ECO Code: B13
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 30% / B: 34%
  • Moves: 15
  • Aliases: Caro-Kann: Panov-Botvinnik, 5...Nc6, Caro-Kann Defense, Panov Attack
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