Barney Stinson - International Master
Known by his username BarneyStinson97 in the online chess realm, Barney Stinson is not just a legend in the world of suits and catchphrases, but also a formidable force on the 64 squares.
About
Barney earned his International Master title from FIDE, a testament to his remarkable skill and strategic mind. While many expect him to be just a charming raconteur, Barney’s chess career tells a story of dedication, resilience, and a pinch of legendary swagger.
Playing Style
When Barney enters a game, it's never just about the pieces—it’s about making every move legendary. Renowned for a high endgame frequency of 81.11%, he tends to outlast his opponents in the late stages, cementing wins with precision and flair. His average moves per win exceed 81, proving he’s in it for the long haul, devastating in strategy but unpredictable and entertaining.
Early resignation? Almost never with him (only 0.45% early resign rate). And if he loses a piece? Don’t count him out—he maintains a remarkable comeback rate of 87.81%, showing that sometimes, the bigger the setback, the bigger the payoff.
Career Highlights & Stats
- Peak Ratings: Bullet - 2618 (June 2024), Blitz - 2657 (June 2025), Rapid - 2223 (July 2022), Daily - 1200 (Jan 2014)
- Overall Bullet Record: 3576 wins, 3521 losses, 470 draws - Not too shabby for a bullet player who also knows how to suit up.
- Blitz Battle Ground: Almost even footing with 721 wins and 717 losses; but watch out, his Sicilian Defense Open Dragon Variation game? Pure fire with a 100% win rate.
- Rapid & Daily: A more relaxed pace doesn’t slow Barney down – winning 9 out of 13 rapid games and undefeated in his single daily game show that versatility is his middle name.
Notable Openings
Famed for keeping Top Secret opening strategies that have netted him thousands of wins, Barney also shines with classical rocks like the Caro Kann Defense and the Italian Game Two Knights Modern Bishops Opening—both boasting him a perfect set of victories.
Recent Games
In a recent showdown, Barney commanded the board with the Caro-Kann Defense, leading to a stylish win by resignation. He’s as much a tactician as a showman, often convincing opponents to simply bow out.
Of course, even legends stumble—the most recent losses happened against solid foes also boasting high ratings, but Barney’s legendary persistence means he’s already plotting a comeback.
Fun Facts
- Barney’s best hour to play? Right at 5:00 AM—proof that true legends don’t abide by normal schedules.
- When it comes to psychological warfare, his tilt factor is a modest 15, meaning he rarely lets emotions get in the way of a well-planned checkmate.
- The man’s win rate with the white pieces hovers just shy of 50%, but watch out with black—he’s got a swagger that brings out a nearly 45% win rate there.
To sum it up, Barney Stinson doesn't just play chess; he makes every game a legendary story, blending top-tier skill with his signature panache.
Overall Performance Overview
Great job, Barney! Your recent bullet games show a solid strength adjusted win rate just above 50%, which indicates consistent play even in high-speed conditions. Your rating has increased steadily over the past months, with a notable rise of 22 points last month and an impressive 156 points over three months.
This steady upward trend is reflected in your positive rating slope values across all timeframes, particularly 31.8 over six months, which signifies continuous improvement and a solid grasp of bullet gameplay dynamics.
Strengths
- Strong opening knowledge, especially in the Sicilian Defense and Pirc Defense, contributing to early game control.
- Effective time management—winning on time several times shows you handle bullet time pressure well.
- Ability to convert advantageous endgames, showcasing good technique and tactical awareness.
- Improvement trajectory is very positive; your rating gains and slope indicate a learning curve and adaptability.
Areas to Improve
- Opening Variations: While you perform well with your main lines, consider diversifying your opening repertoire to avoid predictability, especially since your losses show opponents exploiting specific lines like the Najdorf Variation. Studying Sicilian Defense Open Najdorf Variation could help bolster your play.
- Midgame Tactics: Some losses involved early material setbacks or missed tactical opportunities. Practice tactical puzzles focusing on calculation and defense under time pressure.
- Endgame Precision: Your wins demonstrate competence in endgames, but strengthening these further can secure more wins and reduce chances of errors in fast time controls.
- Time Management: Although you win on time often, avoid unnecessary time pressure by speeding up decision-making during less critical moments to preserve time for complex positions.
Recommendations for Continued Improvement
- Review your recent lost games closely—especially the one against whaflc-polat—to identify recurring tactical or strategic mistakes.
- Continue sharpening your openings with focus on popular bullet lines like the Sicilian Defense Accelerated Dragon and London System which appear in your wins.
- Incorporate fast tactical drills into your training routine to enhance quick decision-making.
- Analyze critical moments where you spent too much time and develop a plan to recognize these patterns quickly.
- Keep maintaining a positive mindset and take advantage of your ability to win by erosion of opponent's time.
Spotlight: Recent Example
In your win against WHAFLC-polat playing the Sicilian, you managed to maintain a balanced position while capitalizing on your opponent’s inaccuracies and time pressure. Your decision to castle early and control central squares paid off, leading to a favorable endgame.
Keep building upon this solid, principles-based approach especially in bullet where instincts and quick, accurate play are crucial.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| chronoknight | 4W / 5L / 0D | View |
| topengkhov | 1W / 0L / 0D | View |
| Mihai-Lucian Grunberg | 0W / 6L / 0D | View |
| madmaxpayne26 | 0W / 1L / 0D | View |
| adam657 | 1W / 1L / 0D | View |
| daam_it | 1W / 0L / 0D | View |
| you know me | 1W / 0L / 0D | View |
| rakitic2010 | 0W / 0L / 1D | View |
| cmjkao | 1W / 0L / 0D | View |
| jamengrand | 20W / 7L / 1D | View |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Leo Bispo | 27W / 24L / 5D | View Games |
| Tiago Pereira Rodrigues | 20W / 27L / 8D | View Games |
| ali shahibzadegan | 24W / 30L / 0D | View Games |
| labrador19 | 14W / 26L / 10D | View Games |
| Anselm Wagner | 19W / 26L / 3D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2563 | 2626 | 2025 | |
| 2024 | 2485 | 2504 | 2003 | |
| 2023 | 2526 | 2503 | 2010 | |
| 2022 | 2452 | 2480 | 2223 | |
| 2021 | 2465 | 2533 | ||
| 2020 | 2558 | 2420 | ||
| 2019 | 2364 | 2445 | ||
| 2018 | 2409 | 2390 | ||
| 2017 | 2326 | 2351 | ||
| 2016 | 1636 | |||
| 2014 | 1552 | 2118 | 1636 | 1200 |
| 2013 | 1946 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 189W / 169L / 34D | 182W / 175L / 36D | 83.0 |
| 2024 | 188W / 181L / 20D | 148W / 220L / 20D | 79.0 |
| 2023 | 221W / 245L / 25D | 194W / 276L / 30D | 78.8 |
| 2022 | 124W / 157L / 18D | 112W / 179L / 13D | 78.0 |
| 2021 | 654W / 562L / 80D | 592W / 593L / 98D | 81.8 |
| 2020 | 210W / 158L / 30D | 194W / 179L / 28D | 83.1 |
| 2019 | 332W / 291L / 36D | 319W / 288L / 44D | 82.2 |
| 2018 | 338W / 264L / 36D | 287W / 307L / 42D | 82.2 |
| 2017 | 70W / 45L / 2D | 57W / 59L / 6D | 83.1 |
| 2016 | 1W / 0L / 0D | 2W / 0L / 0D | 44.3 |
| 2014 | 12W / 0L / 0D | 5W / 4L / 0D | 72.1 |
| 2013 | 7W / 2L / 0D | 6W / 0L / 1D | 75.3 |
Openings: Most Played
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Defense | 498 | 248 | 217 | 33 | 49.8% |
| Barnes Defense | 378 | 176 | 181 | 21 | 46.6% |
| Amar Gambit | 327 | 153 | 155 | 19 | 46.8% |
| Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation | 251 | 115 | 124 | 12 | 45.8% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 251 | 113 | 118 | 20 | 45.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 237 | 118 | 101 | 18 | 49.8% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 232 | 116 | 99 | 17 | 50.0% |
| Alekhine Defense | 218 | 113 | 97 | 8 | 51.8% |
| Amazon Attack | 212 | 92 | 97 | 23 | 43.4% |
| Sicilian Defense | 190 | 89 | 89 | 12 | 46.8% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation | 128 | 56 | 67 | 5 | 43.8% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 114 | 59 | 50 | 5 | 51.8% |
| Sicilian Defense | 59 | 29 | 29 | 1 | 49.1% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 59 | 25 | 29 | 5 | 42.4% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 55 | 27 | 24 | 4 | 49.1% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 55 | 28 | 22 | 5 | 50.9% |
| Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 41 | 23 | 17 | 1 | 56.1% |
| Amazon Attack | 38 | 16 | 17 | 5 | 42.1% |
| Giuoco Piano: Tarrasch Variation | 37 | 27 | 8 | 2 | 73.0% |
| Barnes Defense | 36 | 19 | 14 | 3 | 52.8% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| King's Indian Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Australian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Petrov's Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Slav Defense: Alekhine Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense: Guimard Variation, Thunderbunny Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Barnes Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 14 | 0 |
| Losing | 15 | 1 |