A rare Doyle Brunson autographed card could help spawn interest in poker card trading The poker trading card market is starting to generate interest among collectors, especially after a rare Doyle Brunson autographed card recently sold at auction for $1,603. The one-of-one 2010 Razor Favorite Hand Auto, signed by the late poker legend, attracted 41
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Phil Hellmuth Joins the PokerGo Felt With Son Phillip
The son of the WSOP GOAT made his debut on the show Phil Hellmuth kicked off his 2024 tournament run with a 10th-place finish in a PokerGO Tour Kickoff Series event, earning $14,400. However, the real highlight for him was sharing the felt with his son, Phillip Hellmuth III, who made his PokerGO Studio debut
Playing Small Pairs on the Bubble in Texas Hold’em
The key to handling small pairs on the bubble is understanding position and stack size Playing small pairs on the bubble in Texas Hold’em can be tricky, as the pressure of nearing a payout forces players to make careful decisions. While pocket pairs can be strong hands, their value depends on stack size, table dynamics,
WPT Shuts Down Media Department as organization searches for identity
The move comes shortly after major changes at WPT Global The World Poker Tour (WPT) has taken another drastic step in its restructuring efforts by shutting down its entire media department. The decision resulted in multiple layoffs, including key personnel who managed WPT’s digital presence, content creation, and media relations. The move follows a series
Tom Vogelsang Takes Down Diamond Poker Series PLO Tourney
The NLHE pro shipped the event the first time participating in a Diamond Poker Series tourney Tom Vogelsang claimed victory at the Diamond Poker Series €5,200 (US$5,420) Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) Opener. This adds another impressive title to his growing poker career. The event, held at Arena Casino Tirana, attracted 225 entries, generating a prize pool
Understanding Final Table Dynamics in Texas Hold’em Freeroll Tournaments
Keep emotions in check, observe the action, and take advantage of mistakes to seize the win Understanding final table dynamics in Texas Hold’em freeroll tournaments is key to maximizing your chances of finishing in a top-paying spot. These dynamics differ from earlier stages, with more focus on strategic adjustments, player tendencies, and stack sizes. At
Mid-Atlantic Poker Open $2,200 Main Event Kicks off January 31
The series is now underway, with players starting to warm up for the main event The Mid-Atlantic Poker Open at Live! Casino and Hotel Maryland is gearing up for its highlight event, the $2,200 Main Event, set to begin on Friday, January 31. This highly anticipated tournament features a guaranteed prize pool of $500,000, drawing
Kristen Foxen Takes Down Second Final PokerGo Tour Kickoff Event
This was the second year in a row that Foxen won the event Kristen Foxen secured another impressive victory, taking down the $10,000 finale of the PokerGO Tour (PGT) Kickoff Series on January 25. The Canadian poker pro earned $197,625 for her efforts, adding to her lifetime tournament earnings, which now stand at over $10.6
The Role of Bluffing in Small Pocket Pair Play in Texas Hold’em
Incorporating calculated bluffs with small pocket pairs allows you to maximize their value Bluffing plays a crucial role in maximizing the potential of small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em. While these hands can sometimes lead to big pots, their low rank often puts them at a disadvantage post-flop, making the ability to bluff effectively a
Global Poker’s Grizzly Games Get Underway Today
The poker tournament series runs through February 16 Global Poker’s Grizzly Games return this January, kicking off a series of poker tournaments with massive guaranteed prizes. Running from January 27 to February 16, the series promises GC 987,000,000 and SC 2,238,000 in total guarantees, making it one of the highlights of the poker calendar. This
Matt Berkey to Battle Jared Bleznick in Heads-up Duel
Bleznick has already defeated 2024 Poker Hall of Fame inductee Patrik Antonius Matt Berkey has announced his next high-stakes opponent: Jared Bleznick, a sports card shop owner and accomplished poker player. During the “Only Friends” podcast, Berkey revealed that the two would face off in an upcoming heads-up poker battle, combining No-Limit Hold’em and Pot-Limit
The Importance of Building a Big Stack Early in Pot-Limit Omaha
Building a big stack early in PLO is not just about winning more hands but also creating opportunities In Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), building a big stack early can significantly influence your overall success in the game. Unlike other poker formats, PLO involves higher variance due to players receiving four hole cards instead of two. This