The two will square off in a $20,000 heads-up freezeout match Barstool Sports is turning up the heat on its poker coverage with a new high-stakes clash between its founder, Dave Portnoy, and longtime content creator Eric “Barstool Nate” Nathan. The two will square off in a $20,000 heads-up freezeout match, with blinds staying fixed
Month: September 2025
The Importance of Patience in Heads-up Poker: Waiting for the Right Opportunities
Success doesn’t come from nonstop aggression but from picking your battles wisely Patience is often the hidden strength that separates average players from successful ones in heads-up poker. Unlike full-ring or even six-max games, where players can afford to wait for premium hands, heads-up action demands involvement in a much wider range of situations. Even
Planet Hollywood Nixes WSOPC December Event Due To Full Schedule
The Caesars-owned property says it has too much going on to host another tournament Planet Hollywood has pulled the plug on its planned December World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) stop, citing a crowded poker calendar that left little room for the event to shine. The Caesars-owned property had been gearing up for its return
NHL Playoff Upsets: When Underdogs Shine
How the NHL Playoff environment creates opportunities for underdogs The NHL Playoff format magnifies small advantages and creates conditions where lower-seeded teams can upset favorites. Best-of-seven series, intensity increases, and matchup-specific factors can shift expected outcomes. This section explains the structural elements that allow underdogs to gain traction during postseason play. Why short-term variance
How to Find the Right Time to Back an MLB Underdog
How to identify when an MLB Underdog offers value The term MLB Underdog refers to a team that is expected to lose according to bookmakers. Identifying when to back an underdog requires a blend of objective data, situational awareness, and disciplined bankroll management. This section outlines key indicators that signal potential value for bettors considering
Sunday Recap: Players get warmed up for $50 Million OSS XL.
Our $50 Million OSS XL gets underway on September 7th and ACR players spent last Sunday getting warmed up in a big way. We had our regular packed schedule, including the popular new Phil’s Thrill tourney. Read all about it in our August 31st Sunday Recap. Phil’s Thrill Sunday’s Phil’s Thrill had 74 total entrants,
$163M in Crypto Stolen in August, According to PeckShield
Hackers continue to find ways to exploit the cryptocurrency ecosystem Hackers and scammers made off with more than $163 million worth of crypto in August, according to new data from blockchain security firm PeckShield. The firm reported the losses came from 16 separate incidents, marking a 15% increase from July’s $142 million tally, though still
How to Build an MLB Betting Model Using Sabermetrics
Building a sabermetric-based betting model gives you a structured way to make smarter wagers Building an MLB betting model around sabermetrics allows bettors to move beyond traditional stats like batting average or ERA and instead focus on deeper, more predictive metrics. The goal is to use data that provides a clearer picture of player and
The Role of Volatility in Progressive Jackpot Games
Volatility explains why jackpots grow so large and why sessions can swing wildly Progressive jackpot games hold a unique place in the casino world because they offer players a chance at life-changing wins from a relatively small stake. At the heart of these games is volatility — the measure of risk and reward that influences
Liv Boeree Marries Long-Time Partner Igor Kurganov During Burning Man
One of poker’s most enduring couples gambles on the future as a permanent couple Two of poker’s most recognizable figures have officially tied the knot — and in true nontraditional fashion. Liv Boeree and Igor Kurganov, long regarded as one of the game’s ultimate power couples, were married at Burning Man, the annual counterculture festival
The Role of Patience: Waiting Out Cold Decks in Tournaments
Ultimately, patience during cold decks protects your tournament life Poker tournaments are full of highs and lows, and one of the most difficult stretches any player faces is running into a cold deck. That means hand after hand comes with little playable value, or the action always seems to go against you. It can test
WSOP Makes a Deal to Allow Content Creators To Cover Events
The decision is a reversal of the organization’s recent ban on social media personalities The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has announced a new rewards program aimed at content creators, marking a major policy shift that opens the door for vloggers, streamers, and influencers to cover its events. The move comes after years of debate