When beginners learn bridge, they are usually taught two bidding conventions: Blackwood and Stayman. They might also learn transfers into the majors, a complement of Stayman. This week, let’s look at ...

This week we are looking at various aspects of the Stayman convention. What is the fewest number of points you need to use Stayman? Normally, responder will have at least enough points to invite game.

What does it mean if, after opener begins with one no-trump, responder bids two clubs, Stayman, then rebids three of a minor? As is so often true in bridge, the answer depends on something else in ...

Nowadays, virtually all players use the Stayman Convention to explore for a possible 4-4 major-suit fit after partner has opened the bidding with one (or two) no-trump. That explains North's two-club ...