Articles by Frank Stewart

Cy the Cynic, not known for a sunny countenance, says that if you let a smile be your umbrella, your rear end will get soaking wet. Read more

I needed a lead for today’s column, so I consulted Cy the Cynic and Unlucky Louie. Read more

A player entered the club lounge while I was having a late lunch. Read more

Test your skill at opening leads today. Read more

“One thing I’ve learned playing bridge with my wife,” a fan writes: “If you must go against your better judgment, do it when she’s not around.” Read more

In the play of many deals, declarer needs the patience of a man who works a step at a time through a monthlong lab experiment. Read more

“If at first you don’t succeed,” said W.C. Fields, “try, try again. Read more

Cy the Cynic says he’s going to take a course in time management – as soon as he can work it into his busy schedule. Read more

“You know,” Cy the Cynic said to me, “I think Minnie’s a better player than she’d have us believe.” Read more