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
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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
WSOP Circuit Harrah’s Pompano Beach Includes $2.8 Million GTD
The poker series will kick off on January 30 and run through February 10 The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) is set to return to Harrah’s Pompano Beach, bringing with it an impressive $2.8 million in guaranteed prize pools. Starting January 30 and running through February 10, the series will feature 18 WSOPC gold
Patrick Leonard Takes the Top Spot on the PGT Leaderboard
Strong showings at the poker felt have already catapulted Leonard to the top Patrick Leonard, widely known as “Pads” in the poker world, appears to be setting his sights on a significant run in the live High Rollers circuit. The renowned online player has kicked off 2025 with a strong performance in the PokerGO Tour
Adjusting Your Aggression Level in Short Deck Hold’em
Aggression is a powerful tool in poker, but you have to know when to use it Short Deck Hold’em, also known as Six Plus Hold’em, is a thrilling poker variant that demands strategic adjustments, especially when it comes to aggression. With a reduced deck and altered hand rankings, understanding when to ramp up or dial
First Game of This Year’s PokerGO Tour Has Found a Winner
Andrew Lichtenberger took down the first event, setting the stage for more spectacular finishes Andrew Lichtenberger kicked off the 2025 PokerGO Tour in style, claiming victory in the tour’s opening event at the ARIA Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. The $5,100 buy-in tournament attracted 84 entries, with Lichtenberger securing the title and a prize
Martins Adeniya Ships Lucky Hearts Poker Open Main Event For $512K
The victory came amid a record turnout that saw the guarantee almost double Martins Adeniya secured the biggest win of his poker career at the Lucky Hearts Poker Open Main Event, taking home $512,600 after outlasting a competitive field of 1,162 entries. The $3,500 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em event, held at the Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood
Strategies For Stealing Blinds And Antes On The Texas Hold’em Bubble
By blending observation, timing, and aggression, you can steal blinds and antes on the bubble Stealing blinds and antes on the bubble in Texas Hold’em is a critical strategy to build your chip stack. At this stage, players often tighten up to avoid busting before reaching the money, creating opportunities for aggressive players to exploit