Giants!

I'm blowing the dust off this old pokah blog today in honor of the G-Men going to the SuperBowl!

It's not to say I'm a huge Giants fan, but I grow up in New York, so I will band wagon the Giants for the Super Bowl....but mainly it's because I HATE THE CHEATRIOTS (Thanks Hoy for the name!)

I HATE THE CHEATRIOTS

I HATE THE CHEATRIOTS

I HATE THE CHEATRIOTS

I HATE THE CHEATRIOTS

I HATE THE CHEATRIOTS

I HATE THE CHEATRIOTS

I HATE THE CHEATRIOTS

I HATE THE CHEATRIOTS

I HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE THE FUCKING CHEATRIOTS!

If I feel like, I may tell you later how I really feel about those fucking CHEATRIOTS! And their Fucking Cheater of a head coach! And if you think they are not still cheating...think again!

I'm sure they had someone with a laser pen messing with the poor Ravens kicker yesterday.....in the minimum!

Go GIANTS!!!!!

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Micros - WSOP edition

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FullTilt is in the coffin - Shutdown world wide

See details here

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Quadjacks blips Howard Lederer

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Poor Phil didn't win #12

JJ did, to capture #5 for him:

Check here for details.

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WSOP 10K Event#16 Final Table is stacked

This is the 2-7 Draw Low Ball championship, and the final table is really going to be fun:

Richard Ashby - 700K

Jos Cassidy - 540K

David "Bakes" Baker - 492K

Steve Sung - 441K

Hasan Habib - 437K

Greg Raymer - 355K

Phil Helmuth - 339K

Nick Schulman - 306K

John Juanda - 171K

Final table starts at 3pm PST, tune into WSOP.com for the live streaming coverage.

Also good luck to Numbbono who goes into day2 of the WSOP HORSE event.

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Phil Ivey Interview

Had never seen this, nor do I know when it was done.....funny, he's also patchless:

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Phil Ivey Website

I don't know if this was there before his statement, but check out Phil's website.

He's going to teach us all how to win at poker!

Ever since Phil's statement came out, there's been a ton of talk regarding how self serving it was, and that it marked the final nail in FullTilt's coffin, yada yada yada....what did you expect? Phil is the franchise. Period. And he's not going down with that sinking ship, no way, no how.

He's worked very hard to achieve his stature, and his actions should be no surprise to anyone. Least of all to the morons who run FullTilt poker. Funny how these bozo's don't say anything significant regarding the player cashouts, but yet in record time, respond to Ivey's statement.

I hope they all get just what's coming to them....and let's pray that the vaseline gets thrown out in the process.

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WSOP live events

Kinda cool....but not quite the production I thought it would be.

By the way, been noticing some weird play by some of these final table players....but, since when do you call a bet on the river, and instead of waiting for your opponent to table his hand, you go ahead and show your hand, only to see the better fold without showing?

Buddy, if I'm calling, you bet your ass your showing your cards!

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Seriously Serious Funny stuff here

I think I'm late to the party on this one, but this sure gave me a good laugh:

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Looking for Backers

Figure I'd start early!

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FullTilt 'RONNIES' Response to Ivey

From Poker News

This drama's script continues to evolve. Hollywood should take notice, it will make a nice movie, especially wants the complete dirty laundry is aired!

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Phil Ivey says it all....

Reposted from PhilIvey.com

Here's a link to the filing:

PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIAYE RELEASE

May 30, 2011

For many years, I have been proud to call myself a poker player. This great sport has taken me to places I only imagined going and I have been blessed with much success. It is therefore with deep regret that I believe I am compelled to release the following statement.

I am deeply disappointed and embarrassed that Full Tilt players have not been paid money they are owed. I am equally embarrassed that as a result many players cannot compete in tournaments and have suffered economic harm. I am not playing in the World Series of Poker as I do not believe it is fair that I compete when others cannot. I am doing everything I can to seek a solution to the problem as quickly as possible.

My name and reputation have been dragged through the mud, through the inactivity and indecision of others and on behalf of all poker players I refuse to remain silent any longer. I have electronically filed a lawsuit against Tiltware related to the unsettled player accounts. As I am sure the public can imagine, this was not an easy decision for me.

I wholeheartedly refuse to accept non-action as to repayment of players funds and I am angered that people who have supported me throughout my career have been treated so poorly.

I sincerely hope this statement will ignite those capable of resolving the problems into immediate action and would like to clarify that until a solution is reached that cements the security of all players, both US and International, I will, as I have for the last six weeks, dedicate the entirety of my time and efforts to finding a solution for those who have been wronged by the painfully slow process of repayment.


Copyright © 2011 Philivey.com • All Rights Reserved

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Durrrr Patchless @ WSOP HU 25K Event #2

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Latest *Communication* from FullTilt via FTPDOUG

Source is 2+2.

To our customers:

We acknowledge that our lack of communication reflects poorly on us, and rightfully so. We have been too optimistic in estimating how long it would take to sort through the issues we have faced since Black Friday. And as frustrating as the delays have been for us, we recognize that it cannot compare to the frustration you have been feeling.

We further recognize that our lack of communication has led to much speculation and many unsubstantiated rumors, which have often been contradictory. With this message, we hope to clear up as much confusion as we can, while at the same time keeping in mind the constraints imposed on us as a result of the cases brought in the Southern District of New York.

The most pressing questions:

1. When will the US players be paid?

We still do not have a specific timeframe for this. There has been, and remains, no bigger priority than getting US players paid as soon as possible, and we have been working around the clock to get this done.

2. Is FTP bankrupt?

No. FTP's worldwide business is healthy and, although we've had some short-term challenges, it is operating as normal.

From: http://www.gamblingcontrol.org/userf...2020110516.pdf

"The AGCC’s investigation into the affairs of it licensee Vantage Limited, trading as Full Tilt.com, is ongoing; initial investigations indicate no reason to believe that player fund transactions are fundamentally threatened by any consequence of the US authorities' actions. Delays caused by these actions are in the process of resolution, with normal service now being restored for non-US players. We understand that progress in respect of US player fund repatriation is anticipated and will be the subject of a separate statement from Full Tilt in due course. The Commission will remain engaged in this process."

3. What is the company doing to speed up payouts to the US players?

We are raising capital to ensure that the US players are paid out in full as quickly as possible.

It is important to remember that Full Tilt Poker has always paid out our players, even in the face of previous legal obstacles or factors not in our control, such as payment processor defaults and prior actions by the US government which resulted in US player funds being seized.

In all of these previous instances, Full Tilt Poker has covered these losses and intends to do the same again.

4. Why are the Full Tilt Pros remaining silent?

It is not their choice. But they are constrained by the pending legal actions.

As a final note, we understand -- and have always understood -- the effect that our brief statements have had not only on our customers, but also on our reputation. It has not been easy to stay silent and watch the damage being done to our company brand and personal reputations, but we need to be mindful of the complicated and serious legal issues raised in the pending cases.

Again, still think we will get paid, maybe some time in 2012 is probably about right. I heard a rumor that they were trying to shop part of the company around, but I don't see any potential investor wanting to do anything with the current operations, given the damage sustained from this fiasco. However, buying out the company with the intent of rebranding and leveraging the good things like the software and patents they have on Rush poker, may be an interesting option for somebody with deep pockets to consider.

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One of Fulltilts Frozen account has unfroze

Hey, does this mean we might get paid????

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$10,000 WSOP BUYIN GIVEAWAY

Daniel 'Jungleman' Cates is giving away a 10K seat to the WSOP ME to one of his twitter followers.

Check details here.

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And the Hits just keep on coming.....

More indictments, this time from Maryland Homeland Security.

Here are the impacted sites from these latest indictments:

• Bookmaker.com
• Truepoker.com
• Doylesroom.com
• Beted.com
• Betehorse.com
• Betgrandesports.com
• Goldbnarchcasino.com
• Funtimebingo.com
• 2Betdsi.com

I'm sure more to come.

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Boom Trailer

This looks like it will be pretty good.

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Anyone Surprised?

Erik Seidel Defeats Erick Lindgren in Super High Roller

I'm happy for Erik, he is truly 'the man'! In the midst of all the FullTilt drama, his ability to stay focus is pretty amazing. And he's not hiding, or staying away either. You got to give him props.....and really speaks volumes about who he really is.

In other somewhat positive news, I got my final rakeback payment from FT, although it's still stuck on the site, it has been credited to my account. I also read that they will be or have started converting points and tickets to cash, but I have not received anything myself as of this writing.

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