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Poker News Daily asked me for my thoughts about the ten finalists for this year’s Poker Hall of Fame. This caused me some angst as I decided what criteria I should use in giving my input. I mean, let’s consider the Baseball Hall of Fame. Back in my youth, I lived and breathed baseball, so [...] [...]
Guest Columnists
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2010 Poker Hall of Fame Nominations by Lee Jones
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2010 Women in Poker Hall of Fame Induction by Linda Johnson
I’ve been traveling constantly for the past six weeks. First, I went on an exploratory two-week cruise on the biggest ship in the world. Next, I hosted a week-long poker tournament at the Eureka Casino in Mesquite, Nevada. After stopping home overnight to watch some TIVO and do laundry, I flew [...]
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Annie Duke Breaks Down Bellagio Poker Tournament Structures, UBOC 5
Poker News Daily: What have you been up to poker-wise since the conclusion of the 2010 World Series of Poker (WSOP)? Annie Duke: Trying to slack off. My goal has to been to shirk all responsibility and I’ve been doing a pretty good job of that. The WSOP is a lot. It’s six weeks of [...] [...]
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PokerGives: A Bright Side to Poker by Mike Sexton
We’ve seen that poker is a great platform to raise money for charitable events throughout the country. I salute those players who help organize, put on, and participate in charitable poker tournaments. I believe the time has come, however, to parlay those efforts where the “outside world [...]
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Top 10 Las Vegas Shows by Linda Johnson
Although I love being entertained, I’ve never really thought of myself as a show critic. When my editor sent me an e-mail suggesting that my next blog be about the top 10 Vegas “must-see” shows, I didn’t realize what hard work it would be to narrow it down to 10 since there are so ma [...]
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Slow-Rolling is Massively -EV by Lee Jones
Poker News Daily published an article arguing that slow-rolling could be considered simply another legitimate weapon for a poker player to use against his opponents. At the risk of misstating the author’s point, the crux of the argument is, “It’s within the rules and it tilts my opponents (whi [...]
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The State of Live $1-$2 No Limit Hold’em
While at this year’s World Series of Poker, I took the opportunity to play in quite a few different $1-$2 No Limit Hold’em (NLHE) games at casinos all over Las Vegas. I also watched some friends of mine who were out for a quasi-annual pilgrimage to poker Mecca. In short, I feel like I got [...] [...]
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Hail to the 2010 WSOP by Linda Johnson
If you are a poker player and you didn’t make it to the Rio to be part of or even witness the 2010 World Series of Poker (WSOP), you definitely missed out! As one friend of mine said, the WSOP has definitely matured. Kudos to Jack Effel and his entire staff for the many, many [...] [...]
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Linda Johnson Scoops Increased Poker Limits in Florida
Floridians have been eagerly awaiting July 1st, the day the legislature raised the legal buy-in amount from its previous $100 maximum. I decided to head to Ft. Lauderdale to see first-hand what this would mean for poker players. My first stop was at Isle Casino and Racing at Pampano Park. I was thri [...]
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First Impressions of the 2010 WSOP by Lee Jones
I think the WSOP may actually be shedding some excess and concentrating on poker, as it should. It’s no secret that the Las Vegas economy has been one of the hardest hit in the American (and global) downturn; the WSOP is reflecting its host city’s hardships. Now, I don’t consider this a bad th [...]
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Inside Look at the Hijack Seat with Bernard Lee
With the 41st annual World Series of Poker (WSOP) well underway, there have already been several highlights including: 1. Michael “The Grinder” Mizrachi captured Event #2, the $50,000 Poker Player’s Championship. En route to winning his first bracelet, he eliminated his brother, Robert, in f [...]
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Halfway through the 2010 World Series of Poker by Mike Sexton
As of this writing, the 2010 World Series of Poker (WSOP) is a little over half over. As for me, I’ve played in six events and will probably play another six or so. To date, I have one cash – a 10th place finish in the $10,000 Omaha Eight or Better tournament – for nearly [...] [...]
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Annie Duke Kicks off the 2010 WSOP
Poker News Daily: Thanks for joining us. Tell us how you’re feeling headed into the 2010 World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas? Annie Duke: I’m feeling pretty good. I really want another bracelet, so we’ll see how it goes. I’m physically good and mentally ready. I have a big confidence b [...]
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Linda Johnson Details What the Locals Do in Las Vegas
In my last blog, I shared some of the Las Vegas locals’ secrets regarding food establishments. In this blog, I’ll be filling you in on some of the locals’ favorite things to do after busting out of a tournament. The Las Vegas Strip is a major attraction in itself. If you don’t ha [...]
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Linda Johnson Tells You Where the Locals Eat in Las Vegas
Many of you will be coming to Las Vegas soon to play in the World Series of Poker (WSOP). For some of you, all you want to do while you are here is gamble. For others, you may want to take some time off from the casinos and enjoy dining where the locals eat. In [...] [...]
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It’s Almost Time for the 2010 WSOP by Mike Sexton
Every year, players eagerly await the World Series of Poker (WSOP) and 2010 is no exception. To a poker player, it’s an opportunity for fame and fortune. It really is a place where dreams come true. Although it was 26 years ago, I vividly remember my first trip to the WSOP back in 1984. [...]
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Poker Tournament Trail Leading Up to the 2010 WSOP by Bernard Lee
It is amazing how fast the first four months of 2010 have gone by. With my playing schedule, poker media responsibilities (such as “ESPN Inside Deal”), and new role as Foxwoods Resort Casino’s official spokesperson, the time just seems to have flown by. Of course, don’t forget sp [...]
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Annie Duke on iPhone App, Ante Up for Africa Fundraiser
Poker News Daily: Thanks for joining us. What has the reaction been to your new iPhone App, the Annie Duke Poker Tutor? Annie Duke: The response has been good from the people who have seen it. Now, there is a whole Hold’em glossary, which will get filled out as people give me comments. As examples [...]
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Reflecting on Poker Friendships by Linda Johnson
Charles R. Swindoll once said, “I cannot even imagine where I would be today were it not for that handful of friends who have given me a heart full of joy. Let’s face it, friends make life a lot more fun.” Lately, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about how lucky I am to [...] [...]
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Who Should Play in the WSOP Tournament of Champions?
This year, the World Series of Poker (WSOP) has decided to let the fans vote for 20 of the 27 players who will participate in the Tournament of Champions. Poker News Daily asked me to list who I'd vote for. [...]
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Final Table Deal Making by Linda Johnson
I've been on an abnormally good tournament run lately and made three final tables in three days. Two of them involved some interesting deal making, which I will describe in this blog. [...]
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Thoughts on Poker Down Under by Lee Jones
I recently returned from Crown's Aussie Millions Poker Championship in Melbourne, Australia. I had a delightful time and want to toss out a few random observations about the Southern Hemisphere and poker therein. [...]
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Evaluating the WSOP Tournament of Champions by Mike Sexton
I received a call last week from Ty Stewart (Harrah's Interactive Entertainment Vice President), who wanted to inform me, prior to their press release, that the World Series of Poker Tournament of Champions was being revived. [...]
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Poker in 2010 by Nolan Dalla
Forecasting future developments in poker is usually about as reliable as trying to predict a flop, turn, and river. However, there's far more than a 52-card deck's worth of possibilities for players and industry personnel. [...]
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Poker Predictions for 2010 by Mike Sexton
2009 was an amazing poker year. The first thing that jumps out at me is the continuing trend of young guys doing so well in live events. It's always exciting to think about what's ahead for the poker world. Here are some things I believe will happen in 2010. [...]
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