The WSOP Main Event Final Table Thoughts

Posted by James
November 18th, 2008

I had the opportunity to cover the World Series of Poker Main Event final table here for theWSOPblog.com over the weekend and I must admit that the final table actually was one of the best finals that I had witnessed for a No Limit tournament in a very long time. Almost every player at »

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Tiffany Michelle and The World Series of Poker - Part II

Posted by James
November 5th, 2008

A couple of days ago I posted some thoughts about the whole Tiffany Michelle situation. In fairness, mine is not the only opinion regarding her behavior. Ivan Demidov, one of the “November Nine” had this to say about Tiffany Michelle when asked:
Ivan Demidov: “I don’t really like her. I know that when I »

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Tiffany Michelle and the World Series of Poker

Posted by James
November 3rd, 2008

A lot has been said about the behavior of Tiffany Michelle at the World Series of Poker this past year, both good and bad. As many of you know, she finished 17th at the World Series and many of you saw her antics on ESPN television.
I actually worked this past summer as a part »

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Is a Former World Champion About to Give Up Their Sponsorship?

Posted by James
October 24th, 2008

PokerNews.com has reported today on their site regarding a rumor that one of the oldest online card rooms and one of their player sponsors may be parting ways. From the reaction on the 2+2 Forums, many people are assuming this to be Phil Hellmuth and UltimateBet.com.
UltimateBet has been in the new recently due to »

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Thoughts on Kentucky’s Online Gambling Site Ban

Posted by James
October 24th, 2008

As many of you may know, this past Thursday Kentucky Circuit Court Judge Thomas D. Wingate ruled that over 141 internet domains could be seized by Commonwealth of Kentucky in connection to online gambling. Sites such as Fulltiltpoker.com, Doylesroom.com, and Pokerstars.com must now either forfeit their domains or be seized by the state of »

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Increasing Circuit Event Attendance

Posted by James
October 14th, 2008

The World Series of Poker Circuit Event at Horseshoe Southern Indiana just concluded. Samuel Oberlin made a miraculous comeback after being down over 4 to 1 in chips to take the title. Unfortunately for him, this event will be remembered for being the smallest Main Event in WSOP Circuit history. Only 84 »

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Some Thoughts Regarding the November Nine Concept

Posted by James
October 12th, 2008

For the first time in the history of the World Series of Poker, Harrahs decided to delay the final table of the WSOP. They did this in a move that was supposed to bring more exposure to the World Series of Poker and bring bigger marketing opportunities to the participants.
Some people, Daniel Negreanu being »

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Prepping Yourself for Your First WSOP Event

Posted by James
October 11th, 2008

You have decided that you are going to take your shot at the World Series of Poker. You have put together the money for your buy-in and expenses, and you have your trip all planned out. At this point, do you have a plan of attack regarding your event? If not, you »

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Disappointed with the Tunica WSOP Circuit Schedule

Posted by James
October 10th, 2008

No Limit Holdem is indeed the most popular form of poker on the planet. Everyone loves the rush of going all in and having their hand hold up to win a massive pot. I understand the thrill and the excitement of the game. What I don’t understand is how that many casino’s, »

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Playing the World Series of Poker for the First Time

Posted by James
October 8th, 2008

What is playing at the World Series of Poker like? That is one question I have been asked by many poker players. For those that have never been to the WSOP, playing for the first time in any event can be a bit overwhelming.
First, when you enter the Amazon Room, you are greeted »

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