Trade Into the Better Minor Piece: a middlegame course

Compare the bishop and knight in the current pawn structure before choosing a trade.

5 lessons, each followed by its own puzzle drill, then 10 themed puzzle packs.

• Read The Structure — Judge the pieces by their useful squares and targets.
• Trade Toward Your Good Piece — Choose a trade that keeps your more useful minor piece.
• Knight Versus Bad Bishop — Use the knight’s access to squares the bishop cannot control.
• Bishop Versus Knight In The Open — Use the bishop’s range when files and diagonals are open.
• Convert The Edge — Use the better minor piece to gain material or support a passed pawn.