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Michigan

World Series of Poker always has grabbed Chicago’s attention

Summertime traditionally is a slow period for Chicagoland poker rooms, but ask any of its poker room managers and the response may be, “Everybody went to Las Vegas for the World Series.” More players make the trip each year to play in the various WSOP events.The only player with a Chicago connection to win the … Continue reading World Series of Poker always has grabbed Chicago’s attention

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Acevedo earns HPT title at Majestic Star

This year’s Heartland Poker Tour televised final table was action-packed at Majestic Star. Jerry Gumila, who made last year’s final table, started as the overwhelming chipleader.But it was Daniel Acevedo who came out on top, winning $133K after surviving an early all-in against Gumila. Acevedo, from Belvidere, Ill., is a product developer who has aspirations … Continue reading Acevedo earns HPT title at Majestic Star

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