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How to Mentally Prepare For a Game of Poker

How to Mentally Prepare For a Game of Poker

When one thinks of card games and casinos, the rush of a poker game likely comes to mind. However, there’s a second, lesser-known game that happens behind the scenes; the mental game that poker players play.  Poker is as much about strategy as it is about the luck of...
Card Game Spotlight: Texas Hold’em

Card Game Spotlight: Texas Hold’em

In this new series, I’ll be spotlighting different types of card games. They all fall under the poker family, but have unique differences and rules that can be equal parts fun and challenging to learn. This month, we’re starting simple with my favorite: Texas Hold’em....
NY-Based Poker Locales

NY-Based Poker Locales

There is a lot to see and do in New York, but one pastime that is popular at state casinos is poker. Several casinos around the city provide locals and tourists alike a place to enjoy this classic game. Turning Stone Resort Casino (Verona, NY) With 32 Poker tables,...
Counting Cards in Texas Holdem

Counting Cards in Texas Holdem

Counting cards in Texas Holdem is much different than counting cards in blackjack. The key difference lies in the fact that the deck isn’t shuffled after every hand in a blackjack game, but it is during Texas Holdem. This shuffling prevents Holdem players from...
An Overview of Poker Variants

An Overview of Poker Variants

While Texas Hold’em is the most widely-known variant of poker, several other forms of poker exist. Each has slightly different rules, which can make learning these variants easy for those who already know how to play Hold’em. If you’re interested in branching out to a...