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2008 World Series of Poker GamesWhether or not you think delaying the final table of the Main Event of the World Series of Poker is a good idea or a bad idea, one good trend that began last year and continues this year is that the WSOP has a lot of non-Texas Hold'em events. While obviously the big main event is the classic, cadillac of poker, no-limit Texas Hold'em, a much higher percentage of the preliminary events are other poker games. Here are the rules & how-tos for some of the other poker games to be played when the 2008 World Series of Poker kicks off:
Of course, there's also the H.O.R.S.E rotation poker tournaments which require skill at at four of the above variations PLUS Hold'em. I can't wait.
Thursday May 8, 2008 | permalink | comments (0) Poll: Delaying the WSOP Main Event Final TableRecently, it was announced that the final table of the main event of the World Series of Poker will be played in November, a delay of month after the final table is set and the rest of the World Series has ended in July. Some players think it's the "worst. idea. ever" while others think it's a good thing. What do you think of it? Vote below!
Poll: What Do You Think of Delaying the WSOP Main Event Final Table? Friday May 2, 2008 | permalink | comments (4) Allen Cunningham wins WSOP circuit eventPhoto (c) Toby Bochan Friday May 2, 2008 | permalink | comments (0) World Series of Poker Makes Major Change to Main EventAn email I just got from the WSOP people confirms a rumor that had already been swirling around: The final table of the main event at the World Series of Poker will be played months and months after the rest of the World Series has ended, in November. According to the press release:
“Our intent is to provide an even bigger stage for our players,” said Jeffrey Pollack, Commissioner of the World Series of Poker. “Now fans and viewers will ask ‘who will win’ our coveted championship bracelet instead of seeing ‘who won.’ The excitement and interest surrounding our final nine players will be unprecedented.”While Daniel Negreanu, is quoted as being "very excited about this decision" I can't say I feel the same. I feel like part of the feat of the World Series Champ is the marathon endurance of surviving so many days of non-stop play. Also, it seems to me the time in between will allow players to learn about any poker pros at their table they may not have before. For instance, if Dan Harrington makes the final table and someone there hasn't read his outstanding books on No-Limit Hold'em, it gives them months to read the books, study his game, and change the way they play against him. What do you think of this news? Related links: Thursday May 1, 2008 | permalink | comments (3) Shannon Elizabeth Done "Dancing"Related Resouces: Wednesday April 30, 2008 | permalink | comments (0) Do You Know Pros?If you think you're an expert on poker legends and professionals, try our quiz on poker pros and prove it. Related Resource: Profiles of the Poker ProsSunday April 27, 2008 | permalink | comments (0) Worst Poker Movies EverYet another poker movie, "Deal," is coming out this week, and based on its limited release schedule, I don't have a good feeling about it. It's not a good sign if a movie isn't opening anywhere in New York City. It does have Burt Reynolds in it, but that may not save it from being added to my list of the Worst Poker Movies Ever, a list I expect to only grow each year.
Tuesday April 22, 2008 | permalink | comments (1) World Poker Tour Settles Lawsuit with Poker Players"In settling their dispute, WPTE and the poker players agreed to implement a new standard form release that will be provided to all players at all WPT tournaments and events going forward. WPTE continues to deny any liability or wrongdoing, but wants to settle its differences with the players so that the tour can focus on its continued growth rather than litigation. No monetary compensation was exchanged between the parties as a result of the settlement. "So the good news for all is that the new players release will apply to anyone playing in a WPT event, and that we'll see these five return to these tournaments. Photo (C) Toby Bochan>. Saturday April 19, 2008 | permalink | comments (0) What Beats What in Poker
If you're just starting out at poker, the very first thing to learn are the hand rankings, or what beats what in poker. The same list applies to all high-hand poker games from five-card draw to Texas Hold'em. So read up on the one-pager of the 10 best Poker Hands, or if you're a visual person, check out the Poker Hand Rankings From Best to Worst
illustrated guide.
Photo (c) Toby Bochan Thursday April 17, 2008 | permalink | comments (0) Erik Seidel Wins First World Poker Tour Title Poker legend Erik Seidel is perhaps best known to the public by his loss to Johnny Chan in the 1988 World Series of Poker, which was featured in the movie Rounders, but among poker people, he is known as an amazing player who has won 8 WSOP bracelets since that fateful match. Late last week, he finally added a World Poker Tour win to his impressive bio, beating a final table at Foxwoods which included fellow pro Ted Forrest. But after an 11-hour batter, Seidel beat Robert Richardson for the $967,390 prize, which is his biggest tournament win to date.
Read more: Photo of Erik Seidel (c) Matt Law Monday April 14, 2008 | permalink | comments (0) Display Latest Headlines | powered by WordPress |
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