Turning Stone Resort and Casino has been a good luck charm for the player Danielle Moran made a memorable return to the poker scene by winning her first WSOP Circuit (WSOPC) ring at the Turning Stone Resort and Casino. Despite stepping away from the game for nearly a decade, she dominated Event #12: $400 Ladies
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How Common Board Textures Affect Small Pocket Pairs in Texas Hold’em
Playing small pocket pairs effectively requires recognizing board textures and adjusting accordingly Small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em can be tricky to play, especially when facing different board textures. While these hands have strong potential to hit a set, they often struggle on boards that don’t favor them. Understanding how common board textures impact small
Hustler Casino Live Sees Almost Impossible Hand in Recent Episode
Three players each got a different straight in the same hand A recent episode of Hustler Casino Live delivered an extremely rare poker moment when three players flopped different straights in the same hand, leading to a massive $80,000 pot. The high-stakes No-Limit Hold’em cash game featured well-known players, including LA Poker Classic champion Mike
Poker Grinder, WPT Champ To Serve Time in Spanish Prison on Drug Charges
Salman Behbehani was busted with a ‘suitcase full’ of drugs in 2021 Salman Behbehani, a professional poker player and former World Poker Tour champion, has been sentenced to six years in a Spanish prison after authorities found a significant quantity of drugs in his luggage upon his arrival in Ibiza. The Balearic Provincial Court also
When To Slow Play Strong Hands in PLO Tournaments
Recognizing when to balance deception with protection is key to executing slow plays effectively Slow playing in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments can be a powerful strategy, but it requires precise timing and a deep understanding of opponents’ tendencies. Unlike No-Limit Hold’em, where slow playing a monster hand can be more effective, PLO’s multiway pots and
Wrongful Arrest of Poker Player at Caesars Las Vegas Leads to Lawsuit
Pro poker player Daniel Demissie is still working to clear his name and reputation Daniel Demissie, a professional poker player from Atlantic City, has taken legal action against Caesars Entertainment and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) following what he claims was a wrongful arrest at Caesars-owned Flamingo in 2023. He argues that the
DOJ Needs More Time To Build Fraud Case Against Poker Player George Janssen
The Michigan native was arrested in February after allegedly running a major loan fraud scheme Federal prosecutors have requested more time to build a fraud case against Michigan poker player George Janssen, who was accused by the FBI last month of running a multi-million dollar auto loan scheme. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) filed
Common Myths About Mucking in Texas Hold’em
Knowing when and how to muck can protect strategy and prevent costly mistakes at the table Mucking is a crucial part of Texas Hold’em, yet it is often misunderstood. Many players believe myths about mucking that can lead to costly mistakes at the table. Understanding the truth behind these misconceptions can help improve decision-making and
WPT Champions Club Expands Following WPT Rolling Thunder
Shawn Daniels took down the event and added his first WPT title Shawn Daniels is the newest member of the WPT Champions Club after securing victory at the WPT Rolling Thunder. The California poker pro topped a field of 404 players in the $3,500 buy-in event, earning $257,600 for his first World Poker Tour title.
Cody Stanford Takes Down RGPS Tunica Main Event for 6th Ring
The Mississippi local continues to put up strong results at the felt Cody Stanford added another impressive victory to his poker career by taking down the RGPS Tunica Main Event at his home casino, Horseshoe Tunica. The RunGood Poker Series ambassador secured his sixth RGPS ring after a long day of competition, earning $53,988 in
The Role of Blockers in Short Deck Hold’em Decision-Making
Short Deck Hold’em’s unique structure amplifies the strategic importance of blockers Blockers play a critical role in decision-making in Short Deck Hold’em, a poker variant that uses a 36-card deck by removing twos through fives. The adjusted deck changes hand probabilities, making blockers even more valuable in reading opponents and determining the strength of a
The Race to the Top of the WSOPC Ring Leaderboard Is Hot Once Again
Daniel Lowery has added two rings to move into a tie with Maurice Hawkins The battle for the top spot in the World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) ring leaderboard is heating up, with several players making significant moves in recent weeks. Daniel Lowery is the latest to shake up the rankings after winning two