The poker platform has confirmed it won’t participate in player pooling in Pennsylvania PokerStars has decided to hold off on merging its Pennsylvania poker platform with its existing interstate network, despite the state recently joining the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA). While other operators have already expanded into the shared liquidity model, PokerStars is taking
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Brad Gafford Ships MSPT Main Even at Sycuan Casino Resort
The California native now has over $1 million in live tournament winnings Brad Gafford added another major title to his growing poker résumé with a win at the MSPT Main Event held at Sycuan Casino Resort in Southern California. The San Diego native took home $87,963 after coming out on top of a 417-entry field
The Importance of Bankroll Management in Heads-up Texas Hold’em
Managing your bankroll well means you’ll be ready to keep playing and bounce back when your luck turns around Bankroll management is one of the most important factors in achieving long-term success in heads-up Texas Hold’em. Unlike full-ring or even six-max formats, heads-up poker is highly aggressive and fast-paced, which means swings in results can
WSOP Adds New Tournament Prohibitions Following Cell Phone Bans
Poker vloggers and content creators might be banned from filming events The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has introduced a new set of restrictions for this year’s tournaments, building on its recent decision to ban the use of cell phones at the tables during the final stages of play. These changes are now affecting how
John Juanda Picks up First APT Title in 15 Years
The Poker Hall of Famer took down the second event of the APT in Taipei John Juanda has returned to the spotlight in a big way, earning his first Asian Poker Tour (APT) title in 15 years. The Poker Hall of Famer won the Single Day High Roller at the 2025 APT Taipei festival, taking
Advanced Mucking Techniques in Texas Hold’em: Knowing When To Fold’em
The best players treat mucking as a way to keep their strategies under wraps Mucking in Texas Hold’em refers to discarding your cards without showing them, and while it may seem like a basic part of the game, advanced players know how to use it as a subtle tool. Knowing when and how to muck
WSOP To Make Significant Change To Use of Personal Devices in Tournaments
Tournament players won’t be able to use cell phones after an event falls to three tables The World Series of Poker (WSOP) is introducing stricter rules on the use of personal devices during its bracelet events, aiming to eliminate the chance of outside assistance during critical tournament moments. Starting this year, players will no longer
1997 WSOP Main Event Runner-Up John Strzemp Passes Away
The 73-year-old was a long-time Vegas poker grinder John Strzemp, a respected figure in both the poker world and the Las Vegas casino industry, passed away last month at the age of 73. Known to many for his deep run in the 1997 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, Strzemp nearly claimed the championship
Spotting and Exploiting Opponents’ Weaknesses in Texas Hold’em
Don’t just play your cards—watch how others are playing theirs Understanding how to spot and exploit weaknesses in your opponents is a key part of becoming a winning Texas Hold’em player. Every player has habits or patterns, and identifying them can give you a major edge at the table. One common weakness is predictability. Some
Asian Poker Tour Main Event Field Sets New Participation Record
The tournament easily surpassed its guarantee and paid out over $4 million in prize money The 2025 Asian Poker Tour (APT) Main Event in Taipei made history with a record-breaking turnout, drawing 2,547 entries—the largest field ever for an APT championship. Held at the Red Space venue in Taiwan’s capital, the tournament featured a TWD55,000
Admitted Poker Cheat Ali Imsirovic Forced Out of Major Tournament in Florida
The once-formidable poker player is becoming poker’s persona non-grata Ali Imsirovic, a once-prominent figure in the poker world now known for his controversial past, was removed from a tournament in Florida on Thursday evening. He had been participating in the $1,200 buy-in RunGood Poker Series main event at bestbet Jacksonville, where he held the chip
How to Trick Your Opponents With Sneaky Small Pocket Pair Plays in Texas Hold’em
With a little patience, position, and imagination, pocket pairs can be potent weapons Small pocket pairs may be tricky to play in Texas Hold’em, but used intelligently, they offer great chances to defeat your opponents. These hands, typically between twos and sixes, are not flashy but can offer good value if the right playing strategy