Poker
What are some of the hottest headlines in the world of poker? Here you will find all the latest juicy stories along with other important news and tournament results. A must read for the poker enthusiast with articles published throughout the day.
The Poker Beat - May 26, 2021
Americas Cardroom issues refunds, Luke Schwartz and Doug Polk Exchange Blows on Twitter and Spurs legend Tony Parker is 'very excited' to be the first qualified player for WSOP Main Event.
First Ever WPT® Main Tour Stop Coming to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa Beginning June 18
First ever World Poker Tour® (WPT®) main tour event is coming to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa kicking off on Wednesday, June 9 and runs through Tuesday, June 22 after a run of WPTDeepStacks™ events dating back to June 2016.
Top 5 Poker Hotspots in Asia
Poker is a globally popular gaming phenomenon but nowhere is this more evident perhaps than in Asia. We offer this quick rundown of the main regions where poker is a leading form of gambling in order to help you plot your itinerary when traveling there.
What Real Money Online Poker Sites Can I Play On From California?
Americas Cardroom is one of the leading real money online poker sites in the world and available to those living in California. They feature regular multi-million dollar tournaments and a generous welcome bonus (max bonus up to $2000).
Is PokerStars Available to Play Online From Arkansas?
Play online poker for free or real cash from Arkansas. You can find upcoming freerolls by clicking on the Freeroll tab in the Tourney section of the lobby at Americas Cardroom.
Can I Play on PokerStars From Alaska
Though real money play on PokerStars is not available in the state of Alaska, sites like Americas Cardroom are accessible for real money and offer a generous welcome bonus with a maximum of $1000.
Can I Play on PokerStars From California?
PokerStars forbids those from California from playing for real money on their website. Alternatives include Americas Cardroom, available to play for real money in all 50 states.
Can I Play on PokerStars From Utah, New Mexico?
PokerStars does not currently allow those from Colorado, Utah and New Mexico to play for real money on their website. Alternatives include Americas Cardroom, available to play for real money in all 50 states.
The Poker Beat - May 24, 2021
A poker legend passes away. Plus, the great debate: How do you view Hellmuth's 15 WSOP bracelets? Grinder vs. Legend
The Poker Beat - May 23, 2021
Chris Moneymaker cries "Theft", Jason "TiltedHard" Lawhun Bags Third NJSCOOP Title This Year, plus the Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Summer Festival key events have been unveiled.
Suspect Charged With Stealing $1 Million in Cash, Chips From Poker Pro
A 32-year-old man has been charged with eight felonies in connection to a brazen February home burglary in which about $1 million in cash and poker chips had been stolen from the victim's home.
ICU Nurse Brek Schutten Defeats Largest Field In WPT History
Brek Schutten has worked the frontlines during the Covid-19 pandemic while raising four kids under the age of nine and now we're happy to report he's $1.3 million richer this day.
Crime Beat: Syracuse Man Sentenced to at Least 20 years in Prison for Shooting at High-Stakes Poker Game
Charquan Edwards, 29, will serve at least 20 years behind bars after a jury found him guilty of shooting a man during a high-stakes poker game in 2015.
Trump Ally Accused of Honeypot Trap Against FBI is Poker Player
The New York Times claimed that Khait was among several specially-trained operatives working as part of a group that backed former US President Donald Trump.
Poker Player, Sports Bettor Jailed for 14 months in $1million Tax Evasion Case
A Connecticut sports bettor and part-time poker pro has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for evading taxes on more than $1million of poker gambling winnings. He must also pay back more than $800,000.
What Time is the 2nd Round of the Hellmuth Negreanu Duel?
The “High Stakes Duel" pits pros Daniel Negreanu, the top money earner, against Phil Hellmuth, the record bracelet holder.
Susie Zhao Murder Trial Delayed Again
The 33-year-old poker player was bound, sexually assaulted, and burned alive.
Results of Record-Breaking 2021 WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Announced
Celebrating its 10-year partnership, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood and World Poker Tour (WPT) announce the results of a record-breaking 2021 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown. There were 2,482 entries in the tournament’s $3,500 WPT NLH Championship producing a prize pool of $7,942,400.
Online Poker Tournament Strategy Guide : 5 Tips to Win Big by Betting Small Stakes
Small stakes online poker is something that can be painstakingly long, and frustrating at times. Yet, despite this, it can still be fantastically fun to play and dedicate your time to. In any gambling game, it can be super difficult to not actually enjoy your time while you play and compete against other players.
BetMGM Launches BetMGM Poker and Borgata Poker in Pennsylvania
BetMGM today announced the launch of BetMGM Poker and Borgata Poker in Pennsylvania, giving customers access to benefits tied to Borgata Hotel, Casino & Spa in Atlantic City as well as other MGM Resorts’ casino-resorts nationwide.
Progressive Knock Out Super Series (PKOSS) to Pay Out $25 Million
It's being billed as the biggest tournament series in Americas Cardroom's two decade history, and it’s packed into just two weeks. Get your sleep in now because there’s non-stop action coming your way starting May 9, 2021 and going through to May 24.
$5 Million Venom PKO Kicks Off Friday at Americas Cardroom
The Americas Cardroom $5 Million GTD Venom PKO is the biggest progressive knock out tourney in online poker, and it kicks off this Friday April 30, 2021.
Poker's Newest Millionaire Vanessa Kade Talks Big PokerStars Sunday Million Win
Canadian poker pro Vanessa Kade earned $1.5 million last month by winning the 15th annual Poker Stars Sunday Million online tournament. She recently sat down with our Thomas Somach to discuss this huge accomplishment as well as her recent well publicized spat with Instagram influencer Dan Bilzerian.
Poker Pro Lynne Beaumont Accuses Terik Brown in Bitcoin Scam, Case Takes Sinister Turn
The accuser has received odd visits at her former home followed by phone messages that warn to stop defaming Terik (Tizzy) Brown
Americas Cardroom New Software Eliminates Predatory Behavior at Tables
Americas Cardroom has unveiled its new software. Features include the ability to eliminate predatory practices at cash game tables.
$5 Million Venom PKO Kicks Off Today
Americas Cardroom has hundreds of seats up for grabs via our Venom PKO Fever satellites which start Friday, April 9th.
Oh My God: Brunson Blocks Doug Polk, Matt Glantz Over "Atheist" Tweet
Brunson: "The reason I blocked Doug Polk is the smug way he portrays himself. And what he says might be true, nobody should declare themselves as the greatest of all time. Your peers should do that to be really true."
WynnBET Launches Mobile Sports Book In Fifth State
WynnBET, the premier casino and sports betting app from the global leader in luxury hospitality, Wynn Resorts, opened its mobile sports book in Indiana today.
World Series of Poker 2021 to be Held in September
In a sign that life may be coming back to normal following a global pandamic that has shut down major events over the past year, the World Series of Poker has announced its Main Event in the US will take place in-person at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino Thursday, Sept. 30 through Tuesday, Nov. 23.
Phil Hellmuth Defends Legacy Before Taking on Kid Poker
"High Stakes Duel" takes place Wednesday March 31, 2021 starting at 2 pm and features Phil Hellmuth going up against Daniel Negreanu in an effort to determine the GOAT of Poker.
