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Slav Defense

Slav Defense: what should Black play?

Best move

e5-0.65

Black to move. The engine's choice is e5 (-0.65).

Games played
841K
To move
Black
Evaluation
-0.65
Depth
25

What else gets played here

Move choices from 841K games in the opening book, with the engine's evaluation of each.

MoveEvaluationPlayedGamesWhite score
e5Engine pick-0.650%043%
Nd7-0.530%048%
Nf6-0.400%048%
b6-0.250%048%
e6-0.220%051%

Frequently asked questions

What is the best move for Black in the Slav Defense?

e5 (-0.65). Black to move. The engine's choice is e5 (-0.65).

How often does this position occur?

This position has been reached 841K times in the opening book.