Ken Strothers vs Calvin Blocker

Cleveland,OH, 1976 · Result 0–1 · Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Polerio Defense, Suhle Defense (C59).

Calvin Blocker24351

Ken Strothers0

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Game details

White: Ken Strothers
Black: Calvin Blocker (2435)
Result: 0–1
Event: Cleveland,OH
Year: 1976
Opening: Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Polerio Defense, Suhle Defense (C59)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ken Strothers and Calvin Blocker (2435) was played at Cleveland,OH in 1976 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Polerio Defense, Suhle Defense (C59). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won Ken Strothers vs Calvin Blocker?

Ken Strothers vs Calvin Blocker (1976) finished 0–1, a win for Calvin Blocker.

What opening was played in Ken Strothers vs Calvin Blocker?

The game opened with the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Polerio Defense, Suhle Defense (ECO C59).

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