It’s been said poker is long periods of boredom punctuated by bursts of incredible excitement. At least that’s true for the tight-aggressive player. The looser
By Sean Hansen So, you just finished a grueling 15-hour marathon cash session. You played OK, but variance reared its ugly head and your exit
Editor’s note: This is one in a series. We must accept the premise that aggression in poker is essential to winning. Let’s try to analyze
I hit a bit of a downswing recently in my pot-limit Omaha cash game (that’s what all the fish say), and since I’m hopefully on
Yes, it’s that time of year again when the World Series of Poker is in full swing in Las Vegas. But alongside the live tournaments
After a 13-day Ante Up Poker Cruise to England and a nine-day trip around Europe, Scott returns tired and refreshed at the same time.
Poker chips are currency at the table. Sounds simple enough, yet I don’t think players spend enough time understanding that concept, especially in tournaments. In
Editor’s note: This is one in a series. My saying, “Lifetime hobby of profit and fun” is geared toward the recreational player. Next: “Don’t quit
As a professional gambler, it’s important to reduce potential downswings to maintain a healthy mental state for optimal decision-making. One way this is achievable is
Matt Glantz, 42, is one of poker’s most highly respected pros and is ranked 22nd on the Global Poker Index. His blog at mattglantzpoker.com carries
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