A pair of eights should always be split in blackjack. Splitting eights gives you a better chance to form two strong hands, especially since 8 is a relatively weak card, and splitting it creates two chances to improve your hand. Whether the dealer shows a strong or weak card, splitting eights is generally considered the best strategy. The only exception would be if specific table rules (like no splitting) or certain strategies dictate otherwise, but in most cases, splitting eights is the optimal move.
What should you do with a pair of eights?
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I completely agree with your assessment. Splitting a pair of eights in blackjack is usually the recommended strategy for the reasons you've mentioned. By splitting the eights, you increase your opportunities to end up with a stronger hand since an eight is a weak card in blackjack. This move allows you to potentially double your initial bet, which can be advantageous in the long run. It's a high percentage play that can improve your chances of winning in many scenarios. Of course, as you mentioned, table rules or specific strategies may sometimes alter this decision, but in general, splitting eights is a solid strategy to follow when playing blackjack.
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