Queen's Gambit Declined: Baltic Defense

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Opening Overview: Queen's Gambit Declined: Baltic Defense

The Queen's Gambit Declined: Baltic Defense (D06) is a distinct Queen's Gambit Declined variation, defined by the move Bf5. Historically played by Mikhail Tal, this system highlights sacrificial initiative.

Strategic Context: While c5 is the consensus choice, Bf5 offers a fresh perspective. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move activates the Bishop. Plans should focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks and control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure..

Next Steps: In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks.

Data Analysis: Statistical models suggest equality (Eval: +0.16), with decisive results likely.

Also known as: QGD: 2...Bf5, Queen's Gambit Refused: Baltic Defense, Queen's Gambit Refused, Baltic Defense

Stockfish Analysis of Queen's Gambit Declined: Baltic Defense:
+0.16 Balanced
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Technical Details for Queen's Gambit Declined: Baltic Defense

  • ECO Code: D06
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 38% / B: 34%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: QGD: 2...Bf5, Queen's Gambit Refused: Baltic Defense, Queen's Gambit Refused, Baltic Defense, Brieger Defense; Sahovic Defense, QGD; Baltic Defense, QGD: Grau (Sahovic) defence, Brieger Defense; Sahovic Defense, QGD; Baltic Defense
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