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Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation

ECO B188 half-movesWhite to move

Moves

1. e4 c6 2. d4 d5 3. Nd2 dxe4 4. Nxe4 Bf5

The Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation (B18) reaches this position after 8 half-moves, with White to move. Want to know why each move is played, the plans for both sides, and the traps to avoid? Step through it on an interactive board while the Chess Guru explains every idea in plain English.

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