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Shaun Deeb on BetRivers Poker Table Talk: Phil Hellmuth HU Match, Bracelets, and More

Shaun Deeb joins the latest BetRivers Table Talk discusses his heads-up match against Hellmuth, talks about WSOP bracelets, Player of the Year, Poker Hall of Fame, and more.

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Being a winning player is also about one’s ability to keep showing up.

According to Jonathan Little, a big part of being a poker pro is about showing up. It’s important to be a winning player, of course, but the ability to put in the grind day after day is a skill in its own right.

Another Texas poker room was raided.

The 101 Poker Club in Texas was shut down by the authorities. The details surrounding the raid are currently very scarce, but it looks like taking the rake from the pots (in addition to charging the membership) could at least be a part of the reason.

Jared Bleznick says that “poker commentary is horrible across the board.”

Bleznick was not mincing his words. He criticized the modern approach to the poker commentary, stating that it fails to attract new fans. His biggest criticism is that the focus is on poker instead of entertainment.

Get your share of $20,000 in weekly prizes at BetRivers Poker.

If you enjoy cash games and play online poker in Pennsylvania, Michigan, Delaware, or West Virginia, you definitely want to take advantage of BetRivers Poker’s Weekly Cash Game Ladder. There is $20,000 up for grabs every week.

The HCL Invitational tournament is down to the final table.

The total of 41 entries is now down to the final table and the top six will make the money. There is $150,000 up for grabs for the winner. The action will be streamed live later tonight.

Doug Polk sits down with the alleged victim of the recent Lynne Ji incident.

In case you’ve missed it, a popular poker player Lynne Ji was recently arrested and faces very serious accusations regarding alleged stabbing of Kevin Gao. Doug Polk managed to get Gao on his podcast to get his side of the story and shed some light on this controversial situation.

Even the best get tired from the grind…

Negreanu took to X to share his honest thoughts about skipping the $50k event because he just didn’t have it in him.

Chad Holloway caught up with Mike Caro.

The latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast hosts a player who disappeared from the poker world two decades ago. Caro, The Mad Poker Genius, talks about his early days, how he mastered poker tells, and much more. This is part one – part two is coming up soon!

Don’t forget – the $10k VIP Invitational HCL tournament is on tonight!

The lineup includes the likes of Mariano, Ryan Garcia, Dylan Flashner, Mike X, and may more. The featured table will be live-streamed throughout the event, while the final table takes place tomorrow.

Alex Fitzgerald shares some tips on how to think about turn bets.

This is a good way to think about your opponent’s range after the call a flop bet across different textures.

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BetMGM Casino Launches LegendSCARY, Its Biggest Halloween Campaign to Date

The campaign aims to bring a full-scale Halloween experience, combining visual elements, holiday-themed games, and special promotions with generous rewards.

Sat, Oct 17
Which Poker Training Sites Have Solvers?

Discover the best poker training sites that also have solvers, catering to a majority of your poker learning needs in one place.

Fri, Oct 16
GGPoker’s $5 Ocean KO Smashes Entry Record As Jackpot PKOs Explode

The new format drew more than 420,000 entries in its first week, signaling that jackpot PKOs have arrived in a big way.

Thu, Oct 15
WSOP Online Set for Platform Change: These are the Potential Providers

WSOP Online is preparing for a potential platform change as its 888 agreement nears expiration. We look at the poker technology providers that could take over.

Thu, Oct 15
888 Becomes First Operator to Launch Regulated Online Poker in Alberta

Alberta’s regulated online poker market opens with 888 as its first poker operator.

Tue, Oct 13
Learn How to Play Stud 8 Poker

Learn the rules, hand rankings, starting hands, common mistakes, and beginner strategy for Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better.

Tue, Oct 13
Canada’s Supreme Court Hears Ontario Online Poker Shared Liquidity Case

The Court will decide whether Ontario-regulated poker and DFS platforms can pool players with international networks, in a ruling that could reshape online poker across Canada.

Mon, Oct 12
Clubs Poker Is Running The Clubs Major – Its Biggest Guaranteed Tournament Ever

The Clubs Major will run on Sunday, October 25, giving players a chance to compete for a 50,000 SC prize pool and offering plenty of qualification opportunities in the weeks leading up to it.

Mon, Oct 12