The Wisconsin poker grinder picked up his biggest tournament cash to date with the victory Steve Buell busted through for the biggest payday of his poker life in the WSOP Circuit Grand Victoria Main Event. The Wisconsin resident took down the $1,700 No-Limit Hold’em main event in Elgin, Illinois, outlasting a field of 637 entries
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Understanding Pot Equity and Its Impact in Short Deck Hold’em
Mastering pot equity in Short Deck Hold’em requires practice and understanding how the deck changes hand strengths Pot equity is a key concept in any form of poker, but in Short Deck Hold’em, it takes on a slightly different meaning due to the changes in hand values and probabilities. Understanding pot equity means knowing the
Mob-Led Illegal Poker Ring Busted in New Jersey
Almost 40 people – including one politician – were arrested during the raids A major illegal gambling operation tied to organized crime has been brought down in New Jersey, with authorities arresting nearly 40 people in connection to underground poker clubs reportedly run by the Lucchese crime family. The arrests followed a lengthy investigation led
Shannon Shorr Rivers His Way to a Win at the US Poker Open
If ever there’s a time to be a river rat, it’s with a tournament victory on the line Shannon Shorr added another highlight to his already strong run this year by winning Event #5 of the US Poker Open, taking home $220,400 and the event’s Golden Eagle trophy. The victory adds to his recent momentum
Developing a Unique Playing Style With Small Pocket Pairs in Texas Hold’em
When used well, small pocket pairs can quietly become a source of consistent profit Small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em, like 2s through 6s, often get overlooked in favor of flashier hands. But for players looking to develop a unique and effective playing style, these under-the-radar cards offer real potential when used correctly. The key
WPT Executive Tour Director Matt Savage Explains Tournament Etiquette in Blog Post
Matt Savage wants to apply the “restaurant policy” to poker tournaments Matt Savage, Executive Tour Director for the World Poker Tour and one of the most respected voices in the poker world, has taken to his blog to address an issue that many players and fans may not talk about often — tournament etiquette, particularly
Matthew Wantman Picks up 4th PokerGO Tour Title
The $10,100 No-Limit Hold’em tournament added $231,300 to his growing bank Matthew Wantman has added another title to his growing poker résumé, capturing his fourth career PokerGO Tour win by taking down Event #4 at the 2025 US Poker Open. The $10,100 No-Limit Hold’em tournament brought in 103 entries, and after battling through a competitive
Strategies for Flop, Turn, and River in Texas Hold’em Heads-up Games
Heads-up play rewards those who mix up their tactics and are aggressive when the timing is right Playing heads-up in Texas Hold’em requires a different mindset than full-table games. With only two players at the table, ranges are wider, aggression matters more, and each betting street—flop, turn, and river—carries extra weight. Crafting a smart strategy
Grand Island Casino Gives Nebraska Its First Poker Room
The casino officially inaugurated the poker room last week Nebraska now has its first live poker room thanks to the Grand Island Casino Resort, which officially opened its doors in Grand Island. This marks a major step for the state’s gaming landscape, which until now had no legal poker rooms in operation. The facility, developed
Kristen Foxen Takes Down First US Poker Open Event of the 2025 Series
The win gives Foxen her third PGT title of the year Kristen Foxen is off to a strong start at the 2025 US Poker Open after winning the opening event, a $5,100 No-Limit Hold’em tournament held at the PokerGO Studio in Las Vegas. She topped a field of 129 entries to earn $158,025 and claim
Improving Your Texas Hold’em Mucking Skills With Practice and Analysis
Being disciplined with your folds can quietly boost your overall performance Improving your mucking skills in Texas Hold’em might not be the first thing players focus on, but it can make a noticeable difference in live games. Knowing when and how to muck your hand efficiently is part of managing your table image, staying sharp
WSOP’s New Definition of ‘Industry Employee’ Cause a Stir
The rule apparently allows social media personalities to qualify as poker employees The World Series of Poker’s decision to broaden the definition of “industry employee” is drawing a mix of reactions across the poker community. The long-running $500 event, previously known as the Casino Employees event, has been renamed the “Industry Employees” event and now