To shimi664,
I agree with Stuart. Player B, by his quick reaction, would be an indication to me that he wants in, no matter what the bet is. Stuart also goes on to say that; "unless it was a gross misunderstanding as to the total bet then I would consider releasing the player from their verbal declaration, but I would need to be satisfied that it is in the best interest of the game." This is very important. We always have to consider the intent of the player. A new player or an inexperienced player might make a mistake that others would not, however once they are reprimanded for their out of turn action, it should be enough to get the message across. Any player that intentionally continues to "walk the grey line" on any house rules has no re-dress (re-dress according to Webster; relief from wrong or injury, to adjust evenly again) and will be subjected to the consiquences of his actions. It has been my experience through many years of being around poker games (in casinos and house games), that any player that breaks the rules consistantly is probably someone that you don't need in your card room.
Shimi664, I feel that your example got your message across. I will also assume that this is preflop and Player A is raising the big blind.I also want you to know that other players being in the hand could have a profound effect on making the correct decision. A good example, I think, would be if after B said call (prematurely) and player C followed with "all-in" raise of his own, then player B might have no way out of his verbal out of turn action. This is what keeps us sharp!...This is how we make the right call every time (ha, ha,), right? I like to throw in a little humor when I think it fits. I hope you don't mind. I assure you, I take this Discussion Forum very serious.
Thanks for listening.
Nick C