These odds can be particularly useful when you are short stacked, waiting for that all-in opportunity. For example, it will show you the odds of being dealt pocket aces (note: this can be applied to any specific pair). Starting Hand Oddsīefore you have even been dealt your hand, the calculator will show you the odds of being dealt different possible starting hands. The various odds tables that you may encounter while using the Bet Shrew odds calculator are explained below.