


But before we get to the trick-taking phase of the game, I'll talk about the deck, how it's dealt, how bidding takes place, and all the other pieces of the game.įor those familiar with Pinochle terminology, My Family's Pinochle (MFP) is single-deck, four-handed, partnership, auction, racehorse Pinochle.

Who wins each trick, and what that all means. Under Taking Tricks, I'll cover how you decide who leads each trick, how you decide Spades, and even the children's game War. Pinochle is a trick-taking game, like Euchre, Bridge, Hearts, Please send e-mail if you are interested in purchasing a copy. Additionally, I am working on a paper version of these rules (complete with illustrations!) that will be available for sale. Please write me with any comments, questions, or suggestions regarding this document. I have found Pinochle to be a wonderful game for playing in large groups, and it can be an excellent vehicle for social interaction if you play, as I do, not necessarily to win, but to have fun. I call this version "My Family's Pinochle," or MFP for short. In fact, nearly every aspect of the game is played differently by somebody, somewhere. I have been playing for many years since, and I greatly enjoy this opportunity to share my version of Pinochle with you all. My parents taught me to play Pinochle the summer before my sixth birthday. Note: There are other pages on this site for Double Deck Pinochle, Three Player Auction Pinochle and Two Handed Pinochle. This page is based on David Dailey's rules, entitled Pinochle is for Fun!
