Centralizing your pieces can lead to a more active position from "summary" of The Mammoth Book of Chess by Graham Burgess
When you centralize your pieces, you are bringing them closer to the center of the board. This can help to increase their scope and influence over more squares. Imagine your pieces as soldiers on a battlefield - the closer they are to the center, the easier it is for them to reach different parts of the board. By centralizing your pieces, you are essentially giving them more options and flexibility in terms of where they can move and how they can coordinate with one another.
A centralized piece can exert more pressure on your opponent's position, forcing them to react and potentially make concessions. For example, a centralized rook can control key files and rank, putting pressure on your opponent's pieces and limiting their ability to maneuver. Similarly, a centralized knight can access more squares and potentially threaten multiple targets at once. By centralizing your pieces, you are creating opportun...
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