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Michael Kimble

Username: MikeySlice

Location: Michigan

Playing Since: 2017-02-28 (Active)

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Chess.com

Daily: 1213
68W / 117L / 7D
Rapid: 1154
1597W / 1531L / 140D
Blitz: 1410
3100W / 3093L / 352D
Bullet: 1210
7694W / 7717L / 593D

Overview

Michael Kimble, known online as MikeySlice, is a chess streamer who blends fast-paced action with playful commentary. He captivates audiences by turning Bullet sessions into engaging, high-energy broadcasts and treats the chessboard like a lively game show.

His preferred pace appears to be Bullet, where quick decisions and storytelling collide on the clock. His peak Bullet rating has been highlighted as 1399 (2021-08-14), a badge of his lightning-quick instincts. For a closer look, you can visit his profile: Michael Kimble.

Streaming and Community

On stream, MikeySlice builds a welcoming chat community that enjoys fast games, live breakdowns, and the occasional lighthearted banter. He loves turning missteps into learning moments and keeps viewers coming back for the next rapid-fire decision.

  • Bullet-focused content that showcases speed, creativity, and resilience
  • Viewer participation and interactive game analysis
  • A friendly, humorous persona that keeps sessions enjoyable for newcomers and veterans alike

Chess Journey and Opening Philosophy

Michael's opening repertoire blends aggressive and solid choices, with a notable emphasis on fast-paced lines suited to Bullet and Rapid formats. Among his frequently explored themes is the Modern Defense: Pterodactyl Variation, reflecting his preference for dynamic, offbeat setups that lead to sharp midgames.

  • Modern Defense: Pterodactyl Variation, a favorite in Bullet streams
  • Sicilian Defense and related systems appear regularly in his Rapid and Daily games

Fun Facts

He's often at his best in the early hours, with a suggested best time to play around 06:00, according to psychological trends observed in his streams. And yes, he treats every game as a story worth telling.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
nirreiter 1W / 0L / 0D View
superfahm 1W / 0L / 0D View
littlelyn 0W / 1L / 0D View
medphyser 1W / 0L / 0D View
itsyaboyian 0W / 1L / 0D View
nakamuracuranaso 1W / 0L / 0D View
m-j-p 1W / 0L / 0D View
leopoldbloom 0W / 1L / 0D View
drchessero 1W / 0L / 0D View
cr608 1W / 0L / 0D View
Most Played Opponents
jessepeace 32W / 81L / 2D View Games
Jeff Valentine 14W / 59L / 4D View Games
Mitchell Marcinko 27W / 1L / 0D View Games
Frank Johnson 4W / 18L / 1D View Games
hperezrchess 13W / 8L / 0D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 1207 1154 1213
2024 1096 1410 1339 1238
2023 1131 1410 1457 1350
2022 1087 1410 1501 1335
2021 1252 1365 1597 1432
2020 1135 1390 1523 1258
2019 1037 1331 1494
2018 920 1483 1461 1169
2017 688 951 1282 1140
Rating by Year2017201820192020202120222023202420251597688YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 186W / 188L / 18D 190W / 191L / 12D 60.2
2024 259W / 271L / 14D 273W / 246L / 22D 55.8
2023 253W / 256L / 21D 256W / 242L / 18D 55.1
2022 864W / 966L / 76D 949W / 888L / 75D 57.9
2021 1119W / 1142L / 128D 1164W / 1103L / 109D 61.6
2020 587W / 599L / 89D 650W / 580L / 71D 65.9
2019 1509W / 1490L / 122D 1488W / 1504L / 133D 59.8
2018 1130W / 989L / 77D 999W / 1116L / 79D 62.4
2017 354W / 385L / 22D 310W / 408L / 16D 61.1

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Modern Defense: Pterodactyl Variation 1903 944 894 65 49.6%
Sicilian Defense 1181 544 589 48 46.1%
Scandinavian Defense 1101 492 560 49 44.7%
Benoni Defense: Benoni Gambit Accepted 688 343 323 22 49.9%
French Defense 664 278 364 22 41.9%
Scotch Game 584 283 279 22 48.5%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 580 268 296 16 46.2%
Amar Gambit 573 278 275 20 48.5%
Modern 444 199 222 23 44.8%
Philidor Defense 441 214 214 13 48.5%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 253 130 111 12 51.4%
Sicilian Defense 183 84 90 9 45.9%
Modern Defense: Pterodactyl Variation 180 84 84 12 46.7%
Philidor Defense 143 75 59 9 52.5%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 97 49 46 2 50.5%
Petrov's Defense 97 47 45 5 48.5%
Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line 90 38 46 6 42.2%
French Defense 80 46 28 6 57.5%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 76 43 33 0 56.6%
Scotch Game 75 31 37 7 41.3%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Amar Gambit 18 6 11 1 33.3%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 13 5 8 0 38.5%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 10 4 6 0 40.0%
Sicilian Defense 9 3 6 0 33.3%
Modern Defense: Pterodactyl Variation 8 4 3 1 50.0%
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 8 2 6 0 25.0%
Philidor Defense 7 6 1 0 85.7%
Four Knights Game 6 1 5 0 16.7%
Petrov's Defense 6 1 5 0 16.7%
Barnes Defense 6 3 3 0 50.0%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Modern Defense: Pterodactyl Variation 719 362 319 38 50.4%
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 510 247 228 35 48.4%
Sicilian Defense 508 227 241 40 44.7%
Philidor Defense 327 163 149 15 49.9%
Scandinavian Defense 275 138 118 19 50.2%
French Defense 249 116 123 10 46.6%
Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line 195 101 89 5 51.8%
Amar Gambit 186 101 75 10 54.3%
Australian Defense 178 80 89 9 44.9%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 173 71 94 8 41.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 13 2
Losing 16 0
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