Phil Gordon, Other Poker Pros Raise Money
Started by pro poker player Phil Gordon, the “Bad Beat on Cancer” Texas Holdem poker tournament is a popular event among poker pros and celebrities, and the fourth annual event was no exception. Played on May 6th the event was held in Washington, D.C. and raised more than $300,000 thanks to the 130 entrants…
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Poker terminology:
- BET - To put money into the pot, pursuant to the rules of the game, thus maintaining a chance of winning the pot.
- SEVENTH STREET - The seventh card dealt in 7-card stud.
- HOUSE RULE - Rules and interpretations (e.g., use of wild cards, or rules on having to show beaten hands) that are specific to an establishment or even tables within the establishment.
- READ - To determine whether an opponent has a good, medium or bad hand by observing his personal behavior. An inexact science.
- BUNNY - An eight. So named because one can easily draw "rabbit ears" above the numeral 8, "paws" in the middle and "feet" at the bottom. (Do this only at home, and not on cards that will be used for play.)
- STRAIGHT FLUSH - A hand consisting of 5 cards in sequence and the same suit.
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