Andrews earned $111,300 from the main prize pool and an additional $220,000 in bounties Cherish Andrews has added another major win to her outstanding 2025 campaign, capturing the $10,300 Mystery Bounty event at the PokerStars North American Poker Tour stop in Las Vegas. The tournament, held at Resorts World, drew 84 entrants and featured some
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Exploitative Play in Short Deck Poker
Learning to exploit mistakes, misreads and psychological patterns gives you a decisive edge Short Deck Poker, also known as Six Plus Hold’em, changes many traditional poker dynamics by removing cards two through five from the deck. With fewer cards, hand values shift dramatically, and players must rethink which strategies generate the most profit. Exploitative play—adjusting
First Episode of Poker Docuseries No Limit Now on YouTube
The series follows some of the biggest names on the poker tournament circuit The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has launched its new docuseries No Limit on YouTube, giving fans a rare look at the personalities and stories behind the game’s biggest stars. The series focuses less on cards and strategy and more on the
Jordan Cristos Sentenced in Nevada Stalking Case
Cristos could spend up to 48 months behind bars for his recent attacks Professional poker player Jordan Cristos has been sentenced to between 14 and 48 months in prison by a Nevada judge after pleading guilty to attempted stalking using electronic communication. District Judge Monica Trujillo delivered the sentence, citing Cristos’ repeated pattern of harassment
How to Know When to Switch Up Your Strategy in Heads-up Play
Switching strategies is about staying one step ahead of your competition Heads-up poker is one of the purest tests of skill, forcing players to adapt quickly to a single opponent’s tendencies. Unlike fullring or six-max games, there’s no hiding—every hand matters, and every action reveals information. Knowing when to switch up your strategy in heads-up
Los Angeles High-Stakes Poker Game Leads to Mob-Related Threats
Federal investigators are targeting a career criminal with charges of extortion Federal investigators have filed a criminal complaint against 52-year-old Assaf Waknine, an Israeli national with a long criminal history, accusing him of threatening the host of a high-stakes poker game in Beverly Hills. Court documents allege that Waknine, who also goes by “Ace,” attempted
The Psychology of Mucking: When to Throw Away Your Hand
By selectively choosing when to show or hide a fold, players control the flow of information In poker, knowing when to fold is just as important as knowing when to bet. Mucking — the act of throwing your cards away — is more than a mechanical move; it’s a psychological decision that tests discipline and
Borgata Fall Poker Open Now Underway, With $3M in Prizes up for Grabs
The series began yesterday and will wrap up on November 17 The 2025 BetMGM Poker Borgata Fall Poker Open has officially begun in Atlantic City, offering players more than $3 million in guaranteed prize pools across two packed weeks of competition. Running from November 4 through November 17, the series brings together professionals, recreational players,
WSOP Main Event Finalist Steven Jones to Appear in Squid Game
Jones will appear in the second season of Netflix’s Squid Game: The Challenge Steven Jones, who finished runner-up in the 2023 World Series of Poker Main Event, is about to face a much different kind of challenge this November. The Arizona-based poker pro will appear in the second season of Netflix’s Squid Game: The Challenge,
How To Find Value in Low Potential Hands in Texas Hold’em
Balance aggression, position, and observation, to find value in hands that others throw away Finding value in low potential hands in Texas Hold’em requires patience, awareness, and strategic timing. These hands, often considered marginal or speculative, can still turn a profit when played under the right conditions. The key is to recognize when the situation
The Caesars Palace Poker Room Reopens in Its Former Spot Today
Caesars has brought the popular card room back to its former location The poker room at Caesars Palace is back in its original home today after a brief stint among the retail shops on Appian Way. The move marks a return to the venue’s longtime location near the sportsbook, bringing familiar surroundings to players who
Texas Poker Player Lands in 51 Final Tables in One Month
Jim “Rockin Holdem” Hagan has been grinding away and finding his niche Jim “Rockin Holdem” Hagan has made waves in the Texas poker scene after reaching an incredible 51 final tables in a single month. Competing primarily at Texas Card House in Spring, Texas, Hagan has been on a relentless streak, entering low-stakes daily tournaments











