The Passed Pawn: Power of the Passer - Efstratios GrivasThe Passed Pawn: Power of the Passer by Efstratios Grivas Why is a passed pawn usually considered a great asset? By definition, a pawn is passed when it can advance to promotion without encountering any opposing pawns in its path. Possession of a passed pawn and the ability to exploit its potential is a strategic element that can often determine the result of the game. A passed pawn is sometimes colloquially called a passer. The passed pawn may prove