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This chess game between James Step Cates (2134) and Jim Dean (2243) was played at Hollinberger Memorial in 2006 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation (B13).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won James Step Cates vs Jim Dean?
James Step Cates vs Jim Dean (2006) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in James Step Cates vs Jim Dean?
The game opened with the Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation (ECO B13).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of James Step Cates vs Jim Dean, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.