Poker Author David Sklansky Arrested in Las Vegas

The author of The Theory of Poker was arrested on domestic violence charges but released Poker author and longtime professional David Sklansky was arrested in Las Vegas last Thursday on suspicion of domestic battery, according to confirmation from different media. The incident drew attention across the poker world due to Sklansky’s influence on modern strategy

Adjusting to Changing Table Sizes in Short Deck Hold’em

Success in short deck depends on recognizing how fewer seats reshape the game Short Deck Hold’em already plays faster than traditional Texas Hold’em, but changing table sizes add another layer of complexity. Moving from six-handed to four-handed, or even heads-up, shifts hand values, aggression levels, and positional importance. Players who fail to adjust often leak

Google Launches Poker Battle Between Ranking LLMs

The competitions to see which AI is better at playing games are already underway Google has kicked off a new AI showdown that puts poker in the spotlight, this time as part of a broader test of how leading language models handle games built on strategy, psychology, and risk. The competition is taking place inside

WPT Names Harvey Castro Its Season 23 Player of the Year

Castro enters the next season as one of the younger players to watch on the global poker scene The World Poker Tour (WPT) has crowned Harvey Castro as its Season 23 Player of the Year, capping a breakout run for the 23-year-old tournament grinder. Castro, who once focused on college soccer, turned heads all season

Timing Your Poker Tournament Rebuys for Strategic Advantage

The best rebuy timing balances structure, opponents, and personal comfort with risk Rebuy tournaments offer players a rare mix of flexibility and risk. Unlike freezeouts, they allow you to recover from early mistakes or bad beats, but only if you manage your timing wisely. Knowing when to rebuy can shape your entire tournament strategy. The

Kalshi to Offer Contracts on Lodge Card Club Livestreamed Poker Games

The partnership signals Kalshi’s willingness to test new ground as it expands beyond its original market focus Kalshi is pushing deeper into the poker world with a new partnership tied to live-streamed cash games. The prediction market company announced a deal with The Lodge Card Club, which operates two popular poker rooms in Texas and

Using Position to Control Pot Size from the Hijack

By balancing aggression with restraint, you protect your stack while still applying pressure Playing from the hijack gives you a unique mix of control and risk. You are close enough to late position to apply pressure, but still early enough that mistakes can inflate pots unnecessarily if you are not careful. The biggest advantage of

2026 Card Player PoY Race Heats up After Second PGT Event

Brian Battistone’s performance gives him a jump on the competition The 2026 Card Player Player of the Year race is already taking shape following the second event of the PokerGO Tour Kickoff series. Brian Battistone made an early statement by winning his first-ever PGT title, picking up momentum in both the PGT standings and the

Maurice Hawkins Takes Top WSOPC Leaderboard Spot With 22nd Ring

The win marks Hawkins’ first ring of 2026 and further separates him from his closest rivals Maurice Hawkins added another chapter to his World Series of Poker Circuit legacy on Tuesday, capturing his 22nd career ring with a victory at. The win strengthens his hold on the top spot of the all-time WSOPC leaderboard and

The Influence of Cold Decks on Your Long-Term Poker Strategy

Incorporating cold decks into your overall strategy means planning for them, not fearing them Cold decks are one of the most frustrating parts of poker. Long stretches without playable hands can make even disciplined players question their approach. While they feel personal in the moment, cold decks are a normal part of variance and should

EPT Returns to Paris After Last Year’s Cancellation

The series will run in Paris from February 18 through March 1 The European Poker Tour (EPT) is set to make its return to Paris after last year’s stop was called off due to regulatory issues. PokerStars confirmed the popular tour will be back in the French capital from February 18 through March 1, marking

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