A dealer 21 beats player blackjack, although the odds are not as great as they may seem at first. The dealer has an edge of 1.38:1 which means that for every $100 a player bets, the dealer will make $138 in winnings.
However, this also means that the player has a theoretical chance of winning $14 back on every $100 wagered. In other words, the player’s expected return is negative $14/$100, while the dealer’s expected return is positive $138/$100. .
Despite this disadvantage, it is still possible to make money at blackjack by playing smart and understanding basic strategy. In fact, some experts believe that even with an edge of 1.
38:1, a player can still make money by playing correctly if he or she stakes moderately and limits losses in bad situations.
