Here is my first monthly blog-type article for PokerNewsDaily. It's about the 2008 World Series of Poker. Read more »
Thoughts on the 2008 WSOP – by Mike Sexton
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Pocket Rockets Killer?
Imagine the following scenario: you are on the bubble in the World Series of Poker Main Event and, for some reason, you let your chip stack get so low that you are now all-in in the big blind. Read more »
Hand Dissection – Scott Dorin at the WCOOP
Scott "dorinvandy" Dorin goes over a crucial hand at the final table of his WCOOP victory. With an overwhelming chip lead, he got involved in a pot with a well known pro that proved to be "the" hand of the tournament. Read more »
What to Look Out For When Playing in a New Poker Room
One thing many players forget is that some of the differences between the different online poker software platforms, subtle and otherwise, can really throw you for a loop when starting out at a new place: at best, they are annoying; at worst, they can actually lose you money. Read more »
The Power of Perception
Paying attention to what goes on around you, both in live and online tables, will give you an edge over careless and unattentive players. Read more »
Shut Up and Play, Donkey
Flaming others at the poker table can actually reduce your profitability. So don't get mad - get even. Read more »
Be Aggressive. B-E Aggressive.
A common mistake that many poker players make is that they are too passive. This isn't to say that you should become an over aggressive maniac, but there is a fine balance that needs to be reached. Read more »
The Importance of Good Sportsmanship
Be it online or live, how you act at the table can and will have a direct impact on your overall win rate. Read more »
The Poker State of Mind
A great benefit of playing poker online is that you are in complete control of where, when, and how you play. Make sure it helps you play your A game. Read more »
Building an Image to Exploit “The Regulars”
Almost every live poker game in the world has at least a few players that are known regulars in that game. This is how to take the most advantage of the seasoned regulars through your table image. Read more »
