The ‘King of LA’ had several strong runs as he returned to the popular poker series Nikhil “Nik Airball” Arcot made a highly anticipated return to Hustler Casino Live on Friday night, marking his first appearance in over a year. The self-proclaimed “King of LA” had been banned from Hustler Casino for the past 12
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The impact of stack sizes on small pocket pair play in Texas Hold’em
Playing with small pocket pairs requires finesse, depending on the table dynamics Playing small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em requires careful consideration of stack sizes, as different scenarios can significantly affect their profitability. While these hands have the potential to turn into strong holdings if they hit a set, their value diminishes when the stack-to-pot
RunGood Poker Series Main Event sets record
The $600 event attracted a huge field before Ian Steinman was crowned champion The RunGood Poker Series $600 Main Event set a new benchmark this year, drawing 370 entries over four starting flights and generating a prize pool of $188,700. Out of those competitors, just 44 advanced to Day 2, all with their sights set
Dylan Smith Captures Two Big Wins as the $12.6M Wynn Millions Comes to a Close
The tournament series is a wrap, with a huge turnout able to push the prize pool to unexpected heights Dylan Smith made a lasting impression at the 2025 Wynn Millions, closing out the series with multiple deep runs and two major victories. The festival, which spanned 35 days and awarded over $12.6 million in total
Capitalizing on Opponents’ Mistakes in PLO Tournaments
Identify patterns to turn opponents’ mistakes into opportunities In Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments, taking advantage of opponents’ mistakes can be the difference between a deep run and an early exit. Since the game involves four hole cards instead of two, many players struggle with hand selection, bet sizing, and board reading. Recognizing these mistakes and
The Race Continues to Top the CardPlayer POY List
Jeremy Ausmus is still in first place, but several players hope to dethrone him Jeremy Ausmus remains the player to beat in the CardPlayer POY race, holding onto the top spot after a strong showing in March. His recent performances in the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series in Jeju, South Korea, earned him valuable
Poker Pro and Blogger Ky Nguyen Ships First PGT Pot-Limit Omaha Series Event
The poker tournament series is now underway in Los Angeles Ky Nguyen claimed his first PokerGO Tour title by winning the opening event of the 2025 PGT Pot-Limit Omaha Series. The Los Angeles-based poker pro and blogger, known as “Suited Superman,” topped a competitive field in the $5,000 buy-in tournament at the PokerGO Studio, earning
The Impact of Opponent Aggression on Texas Hold’em Mucking Decisions
Making the right mucking decisions against aggressive players requires a balance of patience and strategic adaptability In Texas Hold’em, deciding whether to muck a hand depends on multiple factors, with opponent aggression playing a crucial role. Aggressive players constantly apply pressure, forcing difficult decisions that can impact long-term profitability. Understanding how to respond to different
Mid-States Poker Tour Now Known as Major Series of Poker: The Tour
This is the third time in just a few years that the brand has been changed The Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT) is undergoing a major rebrand, officially becoming the Major Series of Poker: The Tour. This marks the second time the MSPT acronym has evolved. When it launched in 2009, it originally stood for the
Taylor Hart Adds Third WSOPC Ring at New York’s Turning Stone Casino and Resort
The Oregon native took home over $280,00 to edge closer to $1 million in live tournament cashes Taylor Hart secured his third WSOP Circuit ring after winning the main event at Turning Stone Casino and Resort in New York. The Oregon native claimed the top prize of $280,770, bringing his career earnings past $950,000. His
Effective Bluffing Techniques in Short Deck Hold’em
A well-balanced strategy that mixes bluffs with strong hands keeps opponents guessing Bluffing in Short Deck Hold’em requires a different approach than traditional Texas Hold’em due to the altered deck structure. With fewer cards in play—removing twos, threes, fours, and fives—the game becomes more aggressive, making well-timed bluffs even more essential. Players looking to master
Poker Room In Pensacola, FL, Approved for Relocation
The Pensacola Greyhound Track and Poker Room will soon have a new home A poker room in Pensacola, FL, is set to relocate after Escambia County Commissioners voted to amend a zoning ordinance. The decision, made by a four-to-one vote, clears the way for the Pensacola Greyhound Track and Poker Room to move its operations