Dan Mill

Dan Mill - The Tenacious Tactician

Meet Dan Mill, the blitz battler whose chessboard escapades read like an epic saga filled with comebacks, strategies, and a hint of flair! With a peak blitz rating of 1924 achieved in March 2022, Dan proves that patience in a speed game is not always about pressing the clock faster—but thinking smarter.

Over his extensive blitz career spanning from 2016 to 2025, Dan has battled through over 25,000 games, secured a cool 12,209 wins, and endured a nearly equal number of losses (12,502 to be exact)—because what’s chess without a few good fights, right?

Opening repertoire is eclectic but firmly grounded; Dan favors the Philidor Defense and the Old Sicilian Variation among others, with win rates hovering around 47-51%, proving he’s a formidable force in classic lines and gambits alike.

Dan is known for his psychological stamina as well as tactical awareness — boasting a 79.68% comeback rate and a solid 43.64% winning rate after losing a piece. That means when the chips are down, and a knight or bishop goes missing, this chess warrior doubles down, ready to turn tables like a chessboard acrobat.

On the clock, Dan has a bit of a love-hate relationship with time. His games often hover around 80 moves on average, whether winning or losing — a marathon rather than a sprint, where resilience reigns supreme.

His favorite battlegrounds? Blitz games mostly, played best around 09:00 AM, though don't be surprised if you catch him sneaking wins at the odd hours where most mortals lose focus—like 16:00 with an impressive 52.44% win rate.

The man isn’t afraid to resign early when the position calls for it (0.46% early resignation rate)—perhaps saving mental energy for deeper battles ahead. Dan’s knack for long endgames is notable, with a remarkable 82.96% endgame frequency. He plays the long game both literally and figuratively.

Here’s a quick snapshot of his recent escapades:

• A stylish victory in the Giuoco Piano opening, winning by resignation after a convincing 10...Bxd5.
• Dominance in the Reti Opening where sharp play and positional understanding shine through, securing a clean resignation from his opponent.
• Outlasting the time control in a Sicilian Old Variation duel, proving time trouble is just another opponent.

When Dan’s at the board, expect a deep thinker with a penchant for dramatic turns and a streak of stubborn brilliance. Whether it’s grinding down opponents or flipping the script from an adverse position, Dan Mill is one player who embodies the spirit of chess: relentless, resourceful, and just a little bit unpredictable.