By varying aggression and paying attention to weak players’ tendencies, they can become a reliable source of chips In Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments, identifying and exploiting weak tight players can be a valuable strategy. These opponents tend to play conservatively, avoiding big confrontations unless they hold strong hands. While this cautious style can keep them
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Florida Poker Room Game Almost Ends in Murder Over Baseball Cap
Police took the suspect into custody after he pulled a gun on another player A poker game at a Florida card room nearly turned into a violent confrontation over a baseball cap, leading to the arrest of 24-year-old Dylan Avery Orlando. According to the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office, Orlando was taken into custody after
Maurice Hawkins Adds 18th WSOPC Ring, Moves Closer to New Record
The long-time WSOPC grinder is tied with Ari Engel for first place Maurice Hawkins secured his 18th World Series Of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) ring at the Horseshoe Baltimore $1,700 Main Event, matching Ari Engel for the most WSOPC rings ever won. The victory also marked his sixth WSOPC Main Event title, further solidifying his place
What It Means to Muck in Texas Hold’em
Knowing when to muck can impact how opponents perceive your strategy In Texas Hold’em, the term “muck” refers to both the act of folding a hand and the pile of discarded cards during a game. Mucking typically occurs in two key situations: when a player folds their hand during a betting round or when they
NSUS Group Acquires Producer of Hustler Casino Live
The company continues to expand its reach in the poker space NSUS Group, Inc. has expanded its presence in the poker industry by acquiring a stake in High Stakes Poker Productions, the company behind the popular live-streamed poker show, Hustler Casino Live. The deal involved purchasing the shares of Nick Vertucci, one of the show’s
DNegs Takes Down PGT Event, Adds 10th PGT Title
Daniel Negreanu has picked up another big win and a $292,500 payday Daniel Negreanu has added another achievement to his legendary poker career by winning his 10th PokerGO Tour (PGT) title. The victory came in the $12,500 Dealer’s Choice event, where he took home $292,500 after defeating Nick Schulman in heads-up play. This win marks
Understanding the Value of Suited vs. Offsuit Hands in Short Deck Hold’em
Understanding how hand values change in Short Deck is key to making better decisions Short Deck Hold’em, also known as Six-Plus Hold’em, is a fast-paced variation of traditional Texas Hold’em that removes the twos, threes, fours, and fives from the deck. With only 36 cards in play, hand values shift significantly, making certain hands stronger
Multi-State Online Poker in Pennsylvania Could Arrive Within Months
The state’s gaming regulator has confirmed that progress is being made Pennsylvania is moving closer to joining the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA), which would allow online poker players in the state to compete against those in other states. According to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), the process is on track, and shared liquidity
Poker Hall of Famer Mori Eskandani Almost Wins Tournament Named After Him
The poker event producer made a solid run in the latest PokerGO Mori’s Mix event Poker Hall of Famer Mori Eskandani nearly secured victory in a tournament dedicated to his legacy but fell just short, finishing as the runner-up. The event, called Mori’s Mix, was part of the PokerGO Tour Mixed Games festival and featured
Understanding Implied Odds for Small Pocket Pairs in Texas Hold ’em
Careful evaluation of potential future winnings is necessary to turn these hands into winning plays Implied odds play a crucial role in Texas Hold ’em, especially when deciding whether to call a preflop raise with small pocket pairs. Unlike direct pot odds, which focus only on the immediate risk versus reward, implied odds consider potential
Poker Fans Can Buy Moneymaker Tour and Faded Spade Collectible Playing Cards
Card decks for both options are now being launched on Kickstarter Poker fans now have the chance to own a piece of Chris Moneymaker’s legacy through a new collaboration between the Moneymaker Tour and Faded Spade. The collectible decks, designed with poker enthusiasts and collectors in mind, are now available for backing on Kickstarter. Faded
Jeremy Ausmus Takes Down Record-Breaking Triton Tournament
The American poker pro added $1.8 million to his growing bank Jeremy Ausmus continues to build on his impressive poker career, adding another major title to his list of accomplishments. The American pro took down a record-breaking Triton Poker event in Jeju, winning the $25,000 buy-in tournament and securing a massive $1,892,000 payday. The event