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So im in a 1-2 game the other day in the back room of a local bar. Im utg with cowboys, and plan to call raise or see a cheap flop to fold the boys if an ace flops. So as usual everyone is in for the cheap see, and the cutoff raises to $35, leaving himself with about $50 (This is a loose game with bad plaqyers and people aren't worried about camoflauging thier hands) I know this guy and I know with out a doubt he has jacks or queens. I decide to single him out and push all in for $120. Everyone folds until Leo. Now Leo is one position in front of the cutoff, and is going through great thought about what to do with his $83 in chips.( I know Leo for a few years, and he is bar none one of the worst poker players Ive ever seen in a live game. You know the kind that buys in ffor table min and getts lucky about once every 4 or 5 weeks but usually looses 5 or six min buyins and leaves considering it a fun night.) So I think, shit hes got AT or something dumb like that and is thinking about it..... yada yada yada, he calls with AT the queens call and an ace peels off.... and the donkey reigns it in.

It happens to all of us and anyone can argue how bad my play was. but heres the deal.... After the hand is over Leo says, (and I quote) "If I knew yall had hands like that I never would have called." I couldn't resist and I said," Well, we did tell you, weren't you reading the chips?" I uselly don't tap the fish bowl, but don't think Leo got it anyway.

Remember everything you do at the poker table tells a story. either its a true story or a lie, but it is still a story, just be careful to make sure your opponents are smart enough to understand the story you are telling.

James Wheeler
Join: 2009/03/13 Messages: 10
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Hi guys,
I always play online and am going to compete in a b+m tournament (not high stakes!!) in a local sports club....any advice😟

I have played a lot of home games...but friendlies only (family / friends - small stakes)

I know "how" to play but i notice a lot of players on TV when playing live seem to play some odd cards and invest a lot with hands i wouldn't overly rate.

just basically looking for advice for the change over from online to bricks and mortar.

Thx in advance
Join: 2009/09/06 Messages: 405
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There are probably 500,000 online poker players in New Jersey alone,” said state Sen. Raymond Lesniak (D-Union), the sponsor of the new bill, “and we’re missing out on around $100 million in revenue.”

The introduction of the bill — one of the first in the country to explicitly legalize and regulate online poker and other forms of Internet gambling within the boundaries of a single state — comes the same month as reports that New Jersey casinos had suffered their worst year since 1997. The gaming industry raised $3.9 billion in 2009, a 13.2 percent decline from 2008.

Lesniak’s bill would allow New Jersey residents to gamble online — and not just at poker. Online blackjack and baccarat would also be explicitly legal, and all casino revenue from the new games would be taxed at 20 percent — 12 percent higher than the top tax rate of any current casino. The state senator has introduced a separate bill to legalize sports betting in New Jersey, both in casinos and online.

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(The Poker Players Alliance has not yet taken a stand on the bill)
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Manne wrote: There are probably 500,000 online poker players in New Jersey alone,” said state Sen. Raymond Lesniak (D-Union), the sponsor of the new bill, “and we’re missing out on around $100 million in revenue.”

The introduction of the bill — one of the first in the country to explicitly legalize and regulate online poker and other forms of Internet gambling within the boundaries of a single state — comes the same month as reports that New Jersey casinos had suffered their worst year since 1997. The gaming industry raised $3.9 billion in 2009, a 13.2 percent decline from 2008.

Lesniak’s bill would allow New Jersey residents to gamble online — and not just at poker. Online blackjack and baccarat would also be explicitly legal, and all casino revenue from the new games would be taxed at 20 percent — 12 percent higher than the top tax rate of any current casino. The state senator has introduced a separate bill to legalize sports betting in New Jersey, both in casinos and online.

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(The Poker Players Alliance has not yet taken a stand on the bill)
Hopefully it will pass, shame its not for everyone (I don't live in NJ), but it seems like its headed that way, at least from what I read from PPA. At least there is some support in US Senate and House. Would love to be able to dep. money hassle free and know I don't have to worry about it. Would this bill also allow online poker sites to operate from NJ?
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Tyron Krost of Sydney wins the 2010 Aussie Millions, becoming the second Australian in as many years to do so.

A field of 746 players entered the $10,000 AUD No-Limit Texas Hold’em main event, but Krost outlasted and outplayed his way to take home the top prize worth $2 million.

The final table, included Annete Obrestad, Peter Jetten, and the chip leader when the final table began, Sorel Mizzi.

Here are the 2010 Aussie Millions final table results:

1st: Tyron Krost —- $2,000,000
2nd: Frederik Jensen —- $1,100,000
3rd: Sorel Mizzi —- $715,000
4th: Kosta Varoxis —- $450,000
5th: Peter Jetten —- $350,000
6th: Steve Friedlander —- $250,000
7th: Annette Obrestad —- $175,000
8th: Stephen Shelly —- $125,000

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roy22284 wrote: Good luck to everyone in the upcoming freeroll being hosted by IXGAMES on bodog...... see you all there!
Thanks and good luck :thumbsup
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roy22284 wrote: Good luck to everyone in the upcoming freeroll being hosted by IXGAMES on bodog...... see you all there!
good luck to everyone in the upcoming freeroll being hosted by IXGAMES on bodog...... see you all there!

When is it? This sat? Why isn't the bodog forum in the poker room section? I know they do more than poker but I think here think of it as a poker room. Any way, looking forward to freeroll, good luck.
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Jennifer Harman always has been a class act when it comes to giving back to her community and helping those who need it the most. So perhaps it isn’t surprising that the pro poker player has offered to donate 1 percent of her future poker earnings to the NephCure Foundation, an organization that funds research for life-threatening kidney diseases.

For more information on the Nephcure Foundation, go to nephcure.org


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Manne wrote: Jennifer Harman always has been a class act when it comes to giving back to her community and helping those who need it the most. So perhaps it isn’t surprising that the pro poker player has offered to donate 1 percent of her future poker earnings to the NephCure Foundation, an organization that funds research for life-threatening kidney diseases.

For more information on the Nephcure Foundation, go to nephcure.org


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While Im very sure she earns alot more than me,I have made an agreement,anyways, I always donate 10% of my cashouts to charity.My favoritr is a homeless shelter in my state.I really love to see poker players giving to those less fortunate.W2g Jennifer Harmon!!,and to everyone who donates.
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Just took 2nd pl on Carbon Poker for an 11.00 Satellite ticket a real good game. Congrats to mjoshin with the win
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pokerpro_1 wrote: Just took 2nd pl on Carbon Poker for an 11.00 Satellite ticket a real good game. Congrats to mjoshin with the win
Tks p-pro !

and back at ya ( steve2 also )
cuz we all got the same thing
( not like Ida played some of those hands, if there was more for 1st )

GG ev1

twas nice to see those quad aces @ the showdown
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Hi all havent been around in awhile, my computer died and havent been able to get one till now. Work is terrible every one I now is not working, I am a sheet rocker and the work seen is bad Mr Obama really sucks he has not changed anything! :helpme
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joemac696969 wrote: Hi all havent been around in awhile, my computer died and havent been able to get one till now. Work is terrible every one I now is not working, I am a sheet rocker and the work seen is bad Mr Obama really sucks he has not changed anything! :helpme
Your last post was made in 2008, not bad!

We have new rules regarding poker freerolls and members needs to be active on the forums in order to get registered/listed in the tournaments.

Why the Obama statement by the way ?
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The UIGEA is set to come into affect on June 1st, after a six month delay to the original plans. However another piece of legislation is being debated in Congress, one that will legalize and regulate online poker and effectively render the UIGEA null and void. At this time it remains to be seen whether the counter will prove successful with the Washington Post stating “Gambling opponents say Democrats are unlikely to muster support during such a contentious year, but proponents say that changing mores and the prospect of new tax revenue give the effort a better chance than at any other time in recent memory.”

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Manne wrote: The UIGEA is set to come into affect on June 1st, after a six month delay to the original plans. However another piece of legislation is being debated in Congress, one that will legalize and regulate online poker and effectively render the UIGEA null and void. At this time it remains to be seen whether the counter will prove successful with the Washington Post stating “Gambling opponents say Democrats are unlikely to muster support during such a contentious year, but proponents say that changing mores and the prospect of new tax revenue give the effort a better chance than at any other time in recent memory.”

:dirol
Should be interesting to see what happens.
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We are just a few weeks into 2010 and Patrik Antonius is already among the year's biggest losers. In fact, he's the second biggest loser. only Brian Townsend having a worse year thus far.

ust about every big name in online poker was at the high-stakes tables on Super Bowl Sunday, but in the end it was Patrik Antonius who booked the top spot with a $577k win.

Antonius's first match started in the early morning hours Sunday on his personal $500/$1,000 Pot-Limit Omaha table against world1969.

Rumored to be Johnny "World" Hennigan, world1969 lasted only 16 hands against Antonius before losing a $212k pot and leaving the match down $191k.

The Finnish former tennis player and one time model has won over $2.5 million in live tournament play to date but is mostly observed through his online play. In November 2009 Antonius won the biggest pot in online poker history worth $1,356,946 against Isildur1.

Antonius made news during the 2009 World Series of Poker when he was turned away along with hundreds of others due to a capacity field.

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Manne wrote: We are just a few weeks into 2010 and Patrik Antonius is already among the year's biggest losers. In fact, he's the second biggest loser. only Brian Townsend having a worse year thus far.

ust about every big name in online poker was at the high-stakes tables on Super Bowl Sunday, but in the end it was Patrik Antonius who booked the top spot with a $577k win.

Antonius's first match started in the early morning hours Sunday on his personal $500/$1,000 Pot-Limit Omaha table against world1969.

Rumored to be Johnny "World" Hennigan, world1969 lasted only 16 hands against Antonius before losing a $212k pot and leaving the match down $191k.

The Finnish former tennis player and one time model has won over $2.5 million in live tournament play to date but is mostly observed through his online play. In November 2009 Antonius won the biggest pot in online poker history worth $1,356,946 against Isildur1.

Antonius made news during the 2009 World Series of Poker when he was turned away along with hundreds of others due to a capacity field.

:dirol
Last year he was the biggest winner in online cash games, winning over 9 million dollars! What a fiasco that was at the WSOP, screwing up the seating schedule and having to turn away like 500 players, Antonius being one of them. This year it looks like it will move to another venue, reportedly the Hard Rock Casino. :dirol
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Just checked logged into bodog and saw their new promo. Been playing bodog for years now and as far as I remember there haven't been that many comparable promos.



Here it is:

The Ultimate Sports Fan Prize Package
Bodog Poker is giving one lucky person 2 tickets to the NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Finals, Super Bowl, AND World Series, including airfare, accommodations, and $500 in spending money to each event. Players can earn their entry into the draw by playing in eligible Sit and Go Tournaments between February 15th and March 14th 2010

Hungry for more action?
We're giving away weekly trips and tickets to an NCAA March Madness Game, UFC event, U.S. Open (Golf), or NASCAR event. Plus players can earn a seat at 1 of 2 $5,000 freeroll tournaments. It's easy, just play and cash in the qualifying "Sit and Go" tournaments. Full contest entry details below.
How does Bodog Poker's Ultimate Sports Fan Experience work?

By simply playing in qualifying* Bodog Poker real money "Sit and Go Tournaments", you can start to qualify for great prizes. New to poker, and don't know what a Sit and Go Tournament is, well you can read all about them right here.

Qualifying for the Grand Prize
Players must cash (receive a payout), in 3 eligible real money "Sit and Go" Tournaments* over the course of the promotion. That's it! And with players only able to earn one entry person, everyone has an equal chance of winning!

Qualifying for the Weekly Prizes
Players must play in 5 eligible "Sit and Go" Tournaments* that week. There is a new prize each week of the promotion, so players who want to get in on all 4 draws, can come back every week and earn their entry.

Qualifying for the Freeroll Tournament
Getting into one of the two $5,000 freeroll tournaments, players must cash (receive a payout), in 3 eligible real money "Sit and Go” Tournaments* over the course of the promotion. Qualifying players will be notified by Email with registration details.

New to Bodog Poker?
Relax. Bodog Poker is easy to play and easy to download.
Download Bodog Poker Now.
* Note: All real money Sit and Go Tournaments on the poker client tab are eligible with the exception of Heads Up (2 player), Beginner, and Double Up Tournaments.

Im looking real forward to this one.
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dirtpuller wrote: Just checked logged into bodog and saw their new promo. Been playing bodog for years now and as far as I remember there haven't been that many comparable promos.



Here it is:

The Ultimate Sports Fan Prize Package
Bodog Poker is giving one lucky person 2 tickets to the NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Finals, Super Bowl, AND World Series, including airfare, accommodations, and $500 in spending money to each event. Players can earn their entry into the draw by playing in eligible Sit and Go Tournaments between February 15th and March 14th 2010

Hungry for more action?
We're giving away weekly trips and tickets to an NCAA March Madness Game, UFC event, U.S. Open (Golf), or NASCAR event. Plus players can earn a seat at 1 of 2 $5,000 freeroll tournaments. It's easy, just play and cash in the qualifying "Sit and Go" tournaments. Full contest entry details below.
How does Bodog Poker's Ultimate Sports Fan Experience work?

By simply playing in qualifying* Bodog Poker real money "Sit and Go Tournaments", you can start to qualify for great prizes. New to poker, and don't know what a Sit and Go Tournament is, well you can read all about them right here.

Qualifying for the Grand Prize
Players must cash (receive a payout), in 3 eligible real money "Sit and Go" Tournaments* over the course of the promotion. That's it! And with players only able to earn one entry person, everyone has an equal chance of winning!

Qualifying for the Weekly Prizes
Players must play in 5 eligible "Sit and Go" Tournaments* that week. There is a new prize each week of the promotion, so players who want to get in on all 4 draws, can come back every week and earn their entry.

Qualifying for the Freeroll Tournament
Getting into one of the two $5,000 freeroll tournaments, players must cash (receive a payout), in 3 eligible real money "Sit and Go” Tournaments* over the course of the promotion. Qualifying players will be notified by Email with registration details.

New to Bodog Poker?
Relax. Bodog Poker is easy to play and easy to download.
Download Bodog Poker Now.
* Note: All real money Sit and Go Tournaments on the poker client tab are eligible with the exception of Heads Up (2 player), Beginner, and Double Up Tournaments.

Im looking real forward to this one.
Meant to title "new ultimate" not "no ultimate" oh well. Also wanted to add this thought.

The great thing is its easy to qualify, and doesn't take much or any effort for the regular player. So a drawing for tickets and 5k freeroll.

The way i see it the tickets are pretty much a lottery, however it says 1 ticket per person. Which is better than full tilts insane promos where they have unlimited tickets.

Then the freeroll is a simple as playing 5 sngs, all part of my regular play.

Looking forward to this. Well done bodog.
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The Olympic Casino group will today launch the first regulated and licenced online poker room in Estonia according to Baltic Business News.

The new site will be on the iPoker network and the licence was granted to Olympic Eesti on Jan. 21 by the Estonian Tax and Customs Board.

Revenue from the online poker room, which will be accompanied by a casino, will be taxed by the Estonian government.

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