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3 Punta Cana Poker Classic Packages Guaranteed Every Sunday at LPS
San Jose, Costa Rica – As the leaves begin to fall across America, the Latin Poker Series is doing everything it can to drop more Punta Cana Poker Classic packages on the tables at the most popular US online poker sites – and whisk the winners away for the ultimate fall vacation. November's Punta Cana Poker Classic features an all-inclusive package valued at $4,100.
Floyd Mayweather Wins $1.4 Million on Colts
Boxer and big time gambler Floyd Mayweather, Jr. revealed this week that he won $1.4 million on the Indianapolis Colts beating the Jacksonville Jaguars during Week 2 of the NFL regular season.
He posted on Twitter Monday night:
“Before I went on a 2-week vacation, I bet $720,000.00 and I walked away with $1,405,714.28. When you’re betting on Andrew, it’s never Luck.”
Kay Wants Resolution in Bodog Case But Intends to Extradite If Necessary
On Tuesday, Van Smith of the Baltimore City Paper revealed a letter sent by assistant U.S. Attorney Richard Kay to the judge presiding over the case against four Bodog principals including founder Calvin Ayre, each of whom were indicted for illegal gambling and money laundering.
Ifrah: Injunction on New Jersey Sports Betting Should be Lifted
Speaking with CalvinAyre.com at last week’s G2E Gaming Summit in Las Vegas, high profile industry attorney Jeff Ifrah said that Judge Michael Shipp should lift the injunction on sports betting. Will he? That remains the million dollar question.
Wynn Land Owner and Convicted Felon Pleads Not Guilty to Wire Fraud
BOSTON — (Associated Press) - An owner of the land that Wynn Resorts is planning to develop into a $1.6 billion casino has pleaded not guilty to federal wire fraud charges in connection with the land deal.
Charles Lightbody, of Revere, is set to be released Tuesday on an unsecured $50,000 bond that comes due if he violates the terms of his release. The terms include remaining in Massachusetts, adhering to a 7 p.m. curfew, not drinking alcohol excessively and wearing a monitoring bracelet.
Poker Player Aaron Massey Two Titles in Two Weeks
Fresno, CA - Aaron Massey's recent string of success continued today at Club One Casino when he captured his second Heartland Poker Tour Title in less than two months. The Chicago native will take home $77,760 for the win at Club One and now has a commanding lead in the HPT Player of the Year standings powered by BLUFF.
Online Poker Cash Game From Americas Cardroom The Cage Starts Wed: 5k Buy-in
Get ready to hear three hours of nonstop rattling. The Cage, Americas Cardroom's groundbreaking cash game, is set to get underway tomorrow, October 8th at 8:00pm ET. The time-based cash game with elements of an online poker tournament currently has over $100,000 worth of buy-ins and promises to be a Hold'em experience to remember.
Legalized Online Sports Betting in Canada ‘Not Even on Government’s Radar’
Hartley Henderson of OSGA.com confirmed Monday that legalized sports betting in Canada will not become an issue for offshore sportsbooks following concerns over Ladbrokes abrupt departure and public statements made by the Atlantic Lottery Corporation.
Michael Phelps Suspended From USA Swim Team After DUI, 8-Hour Gambling Spree
US gold-medalist swimmer Olympian swimmer Michael Phelps was suspended by the national team for 6 months following last week’s arrest for Driving Under the Influence (DUI).
The 18-time Olympic champion also lost six months of funding from the sport’s national governing body as a result of his second DUI. A previous arrest was made in 2004.
Bovada Sportsbook Bonus vs. BetPhoenix.ag
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Bovada, while a reputable online gambling site, appeals more to a recreational (or “square”) player base compared to BetPhoenix.ag, which does welcome high rollers as well.
Phil Ivey vs. The Mob: Who Will Come Out on Top
Tuesday night (October 7, 2014) is a poker and sports betting fanatic’s dream when it comes to what’s on television.
‘Playing for the Mob’ Review: ‘A First Class Effort by ESPN’ Says Herald
The Boston Herald seemingly has given “Playing for the Mob” two thumbs up.
The ESPN docu-drama is narrated by Ray Liotta, chronicling the Boston College point-shaving scandal of the late 1970s, carried out by mobster Henry Hill, Liotta's "Goodfellas" character, and his various associates.
Odds on a Winless NFL Team in 2014
Yes, you can still bet on whether either the Raiders or Jaguars will be winless by the end of 2014 with odds of 25-1 being offered at Sportsbook.ag.
Sports Betting Ruling in New Jersey Postponed Until October 31
NEWARK — (Associated Press) - Casinos and racetracks in New Jersey will have to wait a little longer to see how a judge will rule on the state’s efforts to allow legal sports gambling.
U.S. District Judge Michael Shipp was to have published an opinion on Monday. But the judge granted an extension so the two sides could file more briefs.
Shipp will hear oral arguments in Trenton on October 31. He’ll then rule on whether his 2013 order permits New Jersey to allow sports betting as long as it isn’t state-regulated.
Survey Finds Casino Slots Players Obese, Poker Players the Skinniest
Jackpot.co.uk has released a riveting – and some would say shocking – report detailing the various physical fitness attributes and contributory lifestyles of various casino players based on the game of choice.
Poker Playing Dog Passes Away at Age 17
A poker playing dog by the name of Jilli Dog has passed away at the age of 17 (or possibly older). Her exact age was not known as Jilli Dog’s owner rescued her as a UK stray nearly 17 years ago and she was beyond being a puppy at that time. In dog years, she was at least 40 years older than the Texas Dolly, Doyle Brunson.
Early FanDuel Investor: ‘Fantasy Sports is Finally Mainstream, Massive’
Paul Martino is Managing Director of Palo Alto-based venture capital firm Bullpen Capital and, these days, he is most excited about his early investment in FanDuel.com, a provider of daily fantasy competitions that continues to attract considerable cash infusions, most recently a $70 million windfall from Shamrock Capital Advisors.
Daily Fantasy Sports - How to Play Head-to-Head – Best Strategies, Payouts
FanDuel.com blog writer offered up an excellent explanation on how to play head-to-head daily fantasy sports and the best strategy to employ, noting it is the most popular and easiest for a new entry into Fantasy play. Head-to-head is often referred to as H2H.
‘Son of Sam’ Laws Could be Applied to ‘Real Housewives’ Sentencing
“Real Housewives of New Jersey” stars Joe and Teresa Giudice could be forced to give up any profits derived from their appearances on the popular reality series as well as any future book deals.
Both are heading to prison for fraudulently obtaining millions in loans and for hiding income and assets in their 2009 bankruptcy filing.
Vaccaro: ‘House has Won Every Week in NFL So Far’
LAS VEGAS – (Associated Press) - Jimmy Vaccaro thought he would offer bettors a little fun — and a long-shot chance at some real cash — when he put up a proposition this week at 25-1 odds on the Jacksonville Jaguars going winless this season.
Two Get Jail Sentences for Illegal Poker Game in New Jersey
TRENTON – (Associated Press) - Two southern New Jersey men have received jail terms for running an illegal poker club inside a storefront.
Poker Pro Phil Ivey on ’60 Minutes’: ‘Being Called a Cheater is Very Bad’
One of the most recognized professional poker players in the world, Phil Ivey, sits down with CBS Sports James Brown in a candid “60 Minutes” segment on Showtime October 7, 2014. Ivey is not known for giving many interviews.
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Winning Millions Seats Available at Americas Cardroom for Just $10
San Jose, Costa Rica – Who says you have to win at poker to earn a seat in the biggest online poker tournament to hit US shores in nearly four years? Americas Cardroom today invited players to lock in their $540 seat by making a $10 deposit for first depositors or $25 for reload depositors. The seat is unlocked just by playing poker and the $1 million tournament gets underway on December 14th at 3:00pm ET.
Poker Pro Phil Ivey Engaged in Trickery to Win £7.7m Casino Tells Court
Poker pro Phil Ivey is alleged to have “stitched up” London’s Crockfords Club Casino by taking advantage of a minor flaw in playing cards, the High Court heard on Thursday.
250 Percent Hike in Gambling Addictions
One in every four people admitted to addiction treatment centers are specifically suffering from chronic online gambling, treatment providers have revealed.
Such is the case in Ireland where a 250 percent hike in such addictions has been observed over the past three years. Such behavior has been further fueled by the introduction of mobile and live in-play betting.
Feds: Owners of Wynn Land Concealed Mob Ties, Three Men Charged
BOSTON — (Associated Press) - Owners of the heavily polluted waterfront property that Wynn Resorts plans to develop into a $1.6 billion resort casino attempted to conceal the fact that a convicted felon and known mob associate was profiting from the land deal, according to federal and state grand jury indictments unsealed Thursday.
Martin Short Talks Awkward Poker Game With Johnny Carson, Clooney Wedding Crasher
On Thursday night’s episode of Conan 11 pm ET/10 pm CT, actor Martin Short talks poker and George Clooney’s wedding.
The video will be live online Friday. Watch for it here.
Martin Short On George Clooney's Wedding
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Seminole Hard Rock ‘Rock N Roll Poker Open’ Series Kicks Off: $2 Mil Up for Grabs
HOLLYWOOD, Fla – Seminole Hard Rock “Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open” (RRPO) returns to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida November 13 – December 3, 2014 held in the resort’s ballrooms. The series will feature 20 main events along with several secondary events and qualifiers. The exciting live poker action culminates with the live streamed and televised $2 Million Guaranteed RRPO Championship from November 28 – December 3.
