Maximizing value from add-ons is about preparation, not impulse Rebuy tournaments create unique strategic decisions that do not exist in freezeout formats. Add-ons, in particular, can offer strong value when used correctly. Understanding when and why to take them can significantly improve long-term tournament results. An add-on usually provides extra chips for a fixed cost
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RunGood Poker Series Goes to Texas This Month
The series will make a stop at The Lodge Card Club in Round Rock The RunGood Poker Series is heading to Texas this month, continuing its Passport Season with a stop at The Lodge Card Club in Round Rock. Located just outside Austin, the venue has become one of the state’s most popular destinations for
Strategic Use of Min-Raises in Satellites
A clinical approach to pot control ensures you don unnecessarily risk your tournament life In satellite poker tournaments, the primary strategic objective is survival rather than chip accumulation. Because the payout structure is flat—awarding identical prizes to all qualifiers regardless of their final stack size—players must adopt a risk-averse approach that differs significantly from standard
Leveraging Table Position for Maximum Value in Freezeouts
Ultimately, playing in position reduces your risk and increases your information In a poker freezeout, where you only get one chance to win, understanding table position is your most powerful asset. Position refers to where you sit relative to the dealer button, and it determines when you act during a hand. Acting last is a
MSPT Readies the Golden State Poker Championship in San Diego
The latest iteration of the series from January 8 through January 19 The Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT) is heading to San Diego this week for the Golden State Poker Championship. Hosted at the Sycuan Casino Resort, the festival runs from January 8 through January 19. This stop follows a successful season opener in Las Vegas
Wynn Signature Series Now Underway, With Over $1.4 Million GTD
There are nine non-Hold’em mixed game events, with buy-ins ranging from $200 up to $1,100 Wynn Las Vegas is wasting no time following up on its massive WPT World Championship. After seeing Schuyler Thornton walk away with a $2 million score last month, the world-class poker room is starting the new year with its latest
Roughrider Poker Tour Casino State Championship Sets New Record
A WSOP Main Event package may have helped push the attendance level to a new high The Roughrider Poker Tour Casino State Championship made history this weekend by drawing the largest poker field ever seen in North Dakota. A total of 1,655 entries packed the Spirit Lake Casino & Resort for the $250 buy-in event,
Daughter of Last Poker Hall of Famer Jack Keller Shows Poker’s in the Blood
Katherine Kolberg is keeping the family poker legacy alive Poker talent clearly runs in the family for Katherine Kolberg, who picked up a title during the 2025 DeepStack Extravaganza IV at The Venetian Las Vegas. Kolberg, the daughter of Poker Hall of Famer Jack Keller, added another accomplishment to her long résumé during the month-long
Exploiting Opponents’ Mistakes Near the Bubble in Satellites
Players who adjust their strategy to punish fear and desperation can turn others’ mistakes into a final seat Satellite tournaments create unique pressure near the bubble, where a few eliminations separate winners from nothing. Unlike standard events, all remaining seats carry equal value, making player behavior more predictable. This stage offers clear chances to take
Bryn Kenney Becomes First Poker Player to Reach $80M in Cashes
With another full year ahead, poker’s money list could see changes, but Kenney has set the bar high Bryn Kenney has reached a milestone no one else in the game has touched, becoming the first poker player to cross $80 million in live tournament cashes. The record was secured with a modest payout at the
Paul Tedeschi Takes Down €1,100 PokerStars Open Cannes Main Event
The win marked his seventh PokerStars trophy and sent him into the holidays with a well-earned celebration Paul François Tedeschi added another highlight to his career by winning the €1,100 (US$1,298) PokerStars Open Cannes Main Event yesterday. The victory came at the Palais des Festivals, a venue closely tied to his early poker success more
Defending Your Blinds Effectively in Texas Hold’em Freezeouts
By choosing the right spots and reading opponents, you can protect your stack and remain dangerous Defending your blinds in Texas Hold’em freezeouts is a delicate balance between protecting your stack and avoiding unnecessary risk. Since there are no rebuys, every decision carries long-term weight. Smart blind defense helps you stay competitive without drifting into











