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Alright folks, the Jays are down 2-0 — but so what? This series ain’t over yet! In the long, storied history of Major League Baseball, 36 teams have dropped the first two games at home in a seven-game series — and guess what? Three of ’em came back to win it all. That’s 8.3% — not great odds, but any poker player knows that’s plenty enough to catch fire.

Think about it — how many times have you been all-in with the best hand, only to watch your opponent hit that one-in-a-million gutshot on the river? Well, it's not one-in-a-million, it's 8.51%! And that's damn close to 8.3%! Happens more than we’d like to admit! So wash the tears off your Blue Jays gear and come play some poker tonight while we root for a comeback.

🧢 Wear a Blue Jays hat → +1K chips

👕 Wear a Blue Jays shirt → +1K chips

🎟️ Redeem 2 reward cards → +2K chips

That’s up to +4K added to your starting stack!

Don’t have any Jays gear? Get creative! Several different players now have printed out Blue Jays logos and pinned them to their shirts and hats—it totally worked!

Extra fun:
For every Blue Jays run scored, I’ll toss a reward card into the next pot at every table. A grand slam = 4 reward cards in the next pot!

⏰ Be on time! Once the tournament starts, no extra chips will be handed out.

SEE YOU TONIGHT!

Alright folks, the Jays are down 2-0 — but so what? This series ain’t over yet! In the long, storied history of Major League Baseball, 36 teams have dropped the first two games at home in a seven-game series — and guess what? Three of ’em came back to win it all. That’s 8.3% — not great odds, but any poker player knows that’s plenty enough to catch fire.

Think about it — how many times have you been all-in with the best hand, only to watch your opponent hit that one-in-a-million gutshot on the river? Well, it's not one-in-a-million, it's 8.51%! And that's damn close to 8.3%! Happens more than we’d like to admit! So wash the tears off your Blue Jays gear and come play some poker tonight while we root for a comeback.

🧢 Wear a Blue Jays hat → +1K chips

👕 Wear a Blue Jays shirt → +1K chips

🎟️ Redeem 2 reward cards → +2K chips

That’s up to +4K added to your starting stack!

Don’t have any Jays gear? Get creative! Several different players now have printed out Blue Jays logos and pinned them to their shirts and hats—it totally worked!

Extra fun:
For every Blue Jays run scored, I’ll toss a reward card into the next pot at every table. A grand slam = 4 reward cards in the next pot!

⏰ Be on time! Once the tournament starts, no extra chips will be handed out.

SEE YOU TONIGHT!

SMILEY WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Well now, partner, for the second night runnin’ them Blue Jays just couldn’t wrangle themselves a win. But wouldn’t ya know it — for the second night in a row, I still managed to snap a photo of a feller grinnin’ ear to ear in full Blue Jays getup after the loss! Guess that’s ‘cause while the Jays were foldin’, we were dealin’! One of us long-sufferin’ fans had to strike gold, and this time it was Smiley ridin’ high! 🤠

That’s Smiley’s second win of the season, and boy howdy, his chip stack only knew one direction at that final table — up! The rest of us? Just dust in the wind.

Jin Zhao showed true grit and gave a survival lesson fit for the frontier to claim second place, while Shivang Raichura held strong to round out the top three. Yeehaw!

39 players and 9 rebuys
1st - 700
2nd - 420
3rd - 350
4th - 280
5th - 245
6th - 210
7th - 175
8th - 140
9th - 105
10th - 70
11th - 56
12th - 49

SMILEY WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Well now, partner, for the second night runnin’ them Blue Jays just couldn’t wrangle themselves a win. But wouldn’t ya know it — for the second night in a row, I still managed to snap a photo of a feller grinnin’ ear to ear in full Blue Jays getup after the loss! Guess that’s ‘cause while the Jays were foldin’, we were dealin’! One of us long-sufferin’ fans had to strike gold, and this time it was Smiley ridin’ high! 🤠

That’s Smiley’s second win of the season, and boy howdy, his chip stack only knew one direction at that final table — up! The rest of us? Just dust in the wind.

Jin Zhao showed true grit and gave a survival lesson fit for the frontier to claim second place, while Shivang Raichura held strong to round out the top three. Yeehaw!

39 players and 9 rebuys
1st - 700
2nd - 420
3rd - 350
4th - 280
5th - 245
6th - 210
7th - 175
8th - 140
9th - 105
10th - 70
11th - 56
12th - 49

HAPPY THANKSGIVING MONDAY!

OK, so Game 1 wasn’t exactly a highlight reel for the Blue Jays—but that doesn’t mean we throw in the towel!

Join us tonight for poker and Game 2 of the ALCS as the Jays look to bounce back against the Mariners. The game starts just after 5pm, and I (along with a few others) will be there early to cheer them on—hope you will too!

Can’t make it for game time? No problem! Still show your team spirit because I’ll be handing out extra chips for Blue Jays pride:

🧢 Wear a Blue Jays hat → +1K chips

👕 Wear a Blue Jays shirt → +1K chips

🎟️ Redeem 2 reward cards → +2K chips

That’s up to +4K added to your starting stack!

Don’t have any Jays gear? Get creative! Several different players now have printed out Blue Jays logos and pinned them to their shirts and hats—it totally worked!

Extra fun:
For every Blue Jays run scored, I’ll toss a reward card into the next pot at every table. A grand slam = 4 reward cards in the next pot!
And since the game starts early, I’ll also throw in reward cards equal to the Jays’ run total so far into the first pot of the night. That could be a massive score—and might make for some spicy betting right from the start!

⏰ Be on time! Once the tournament starts, no extra chips will be handed out.

SEE YOU TONIGHT!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING MONDAY!

OK, so Game 1 wasn’t exactly a highlight reel for the Blue Jays—but that doesn’t mean we throw in the towel!

Join us tonight for poker and Game 2 of the ALCS as the Jays look to bounce back against the Mariners. The game starts just after 5pm, and I (along with a few others) will be there early to cheer them on—hope you will too!

Can’t make it for game time? No problem! Still show your team spirit because I’ll be handing out extra chips for Blue Jays pride:

🧢 Wear a Blue Jays hat → +1K chips

👕 Wear a Blue Jays shirt → +1K chips

🎟️ Redeem 2 reward cards → +2K chips

That’s up to +4K added to your starting stack!

Don’t have any Jays gear? Get creative! Several different players now have printed out Blue Jays logos and pinned them to their shirts and hats—it totally worked!

Extra fun:
For every Blue Jays run scored, I’ll toss a reward card into the next pot at every table. A grand slam = 4 reward cards in the next pot!
And since the game starts early, I’ll also throw in reward cards equal to the Jays’ run total so far into the first pot of the night. That could be a massive score—and might make for some spicy betting right from the start!

⏰ Be on time! Once the tournament starts, no extra chips will be handed out.

SEE YOU TONIGHT!

DAVID RAWLINGS WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

🦃 Well now, Thanksgiving Sunday didn’t stop this here posse from ridin’ into town for some poker—but it sure looks like turkeys weren’t the only birds gettin’ roasted yesterday, ’cause them Blue Jays got plucked in the ALCS opener!

That didn’t faze David Rawlings, though! 🤠 WTG, partner! He wrangled Eileen Grady in a showdown that kicked off around the top of the ninth and went clear into extra innings—even if the Jays couldn’t manage the same.

The chips flew back and forth like tumbleweeds in a windstorm, and by the time it was over, both cowpokes looked about ready to nod off like they’d just polished off a Thanksgiving feast.

Bev Terceira rode in strong and claimed 3rd place, but truth be told, that match went on so long she was probably already home countin’ sheep by the time the final hand was dealt! 💤

(Note: No standings update for the website today as I'm doing family Thanksgiving stuff. Check it tomorrow!)

37 players and 3 rebuys
1st - 660
2nd - 396
3rd - 330
4th - 264
5th - 231
6th - 198
7th - 165
8th - 132
9th - 99
10th - 66

DAVID RAWLINGS WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

🦃 Well now, Thanksgiving Sunday didn’t stop this here posse from ridin’ into town for some poker—but it sure looks like turkeys weren’t the only birds gettin’ roasted yesterday, ’cause them Blue Jays got plucked in the ALCS opener!

That didn’t faze David Rawlings, though! 🤠 WTG, partner! He wrangled Eileen Grady in a showdown that kicked off around the top of the ninth and went clear into extra innings—even if the Jays couldn’t manage the same.

The chips flew back and forth like tumbleweeds in a windstorm, and by the time it was over, both cowpokes looked about ready to nod off like they’d just polished off a Thanksgiving feast.

Bev Terceira rode in strong and claimed 3rd place, but truth be told, that match went on so long she was probably already home countin’ sheep by the time the final hand was dealt! 💤

(Note: No standings update for the website today as I'm doing family Thanksgiving stuff. Check it tomorrow!)

37 players and 3 rebuys
1st - 660
2nd - 396
3rd - 330
4th - 264
5th - 231
6th - 198
7th - 165
8th - 132
9th - 99
10th - 66

HAPPY THANKSGIVING Y'ALL!

Join us tonight for poker and Game 1 of the ALCS! That's right the Blue Jays are taking on the Mariners and we're gonna cheer them on while sporting their gear!

Wear a Blue Jays shirt → +1K chips

Wear a Blue Jays hat → +1K chips

Redeem 2 reward cards → +2K chips

That’s a total of +4K to your starting stack!

Don’t own any Jays gear? No problem — get creative! Rob Gracie printed out Blue Jays logos and pinned them to his shirt and hat, and it worked just fine!

Extra fun: For every Blue Jays run scored, I’ll toss a reward card into the next pot at every table. A grand slam means four reward cards in the next pot!

Make sure you're there on time though because there's no extra cups to be had after the tournament starts!

SEE YOU TONIGHT!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING Y'ALL!

Join us tonight for poker and Game 1 of the ALCS! That's right the Blue Jays are taking on the Mariners and we're gonna cheer them on while sporting their gear!

Wear a Blue Jays shirt → +1K chips

Wear a Blue Jays hat → +1K chips

Redeem 2 reward cards → +2K chips

That’s a total of +4K to your starting stack!

Don’t own any Jays gear? No problem — get creative! Rob Gracie printed out Blue Jays logos and pinned them to his shirt and hat, and it worked just fine!

Extra fun: For every Blue Jays run scored, I’ll toss a reward card into the next pot at every table. A grand slam means four reward cards in the next pot!

Make sure you're there on time though because there's no extra cups to be had after the tournament starts!

SEE YOU TONIGHT!

Dead Man's Hand Poker Standings - Harvest Moon Showdown - Updated 10/10/2025

Dead Man's Hand Poker Standings - Harvest Moon Showdown - Updated 10/10/2025

AMIT JHAMB WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Well, well, well... looks like the universe has found its balance again, ‘cause Amit Jhamb has ridden back into the winner’s circle! 🤠 WTG, Amit! This here’s his first win of the season (and I reckon not his last), shootin’ him all the way up to 2nd place overall — just checks notes 2,274 points shy of the top spot! 😆 Still, every outlaw’s gotta start his climb somewhere, and this was one fine start.

Lawrence Pagee came out guns blazin’, couldn’t lose a hand for nothin’, and darn near snagged his first title — but Amit had other plans. As for Stuart Redfearn, he took the scenic route to the money, foldin’ his way (no joke) all the way to 3rd place.

32 players and 9 rebuys
1st - 670
2nd - 402
3rd - 335
4th - 268
5th - 235
6th - 201
7th - 168
8th - 134
9th - 101
10th - 67
11th - 54

AMIT JHAMB WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Well, well, well... looks like the universe has found its balance again, ‘cause Amit Jhamb has ridden back into the winner’s circle! 🤠 WTG, Amit! This here’s his first win of the season (and I reckon not his last), shootin’ him all the way up to 2nd place overall — just checks notes 2,274 points shy of the top spot! 😆 Still, every outlaw’s gotta start his climb somewhere, and this was one fine start.

Lawrence Pagee came out guns blazin’, couldn’t lose a hand for nothin’, and darn near snagged his first title — but Amit had other plans. As for Stuart Redfearn, he took the scenic route to the money, foldin’ his way (no joke) all the way to 3rd place.

32 players and 9 rebuys
1st - 670
2nd - 402
3rd - 335
4th - 268
5th - 235
6th - 201
7th - 168
8th - 134
9th - 101
10th - 67
11th - 54

🚨***NEW WINNER ALERT***🚨
ARASH YADOLLAHI WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Well now, it’s always a fine sight seein’ a greenhorn strike gold at Dead Man’s Hand Poker — and wouldn’t ya know it, we’ve gone and rustled up a first-time winner for the second showdown in a row! 🤠

A big ol’ YEEHAW and congratulations to Arash Yadollahi, who finally wrangled himself a win! Took him 25 showdowns across three seasons to rope in that first title, but by thunder, persistence sure does pay off.

Now, while Arash was ridin’ high on his victory, the rest of the posse showed that steady ridin’ wins races too. Smiley lassoed himself a 2nd-place finish — good enough to move him up to 2nd overall — and Lesli Gladstone came in 3rd, takin’ down both of the night’s target bounties along the trail! That fine performance boots her up to 3rd place overall in the standings.

Tip your hats, folks — that’s some mighty fine pokerin’ from all three of ‘em! 🏆💥

🚨***NEW WINNER ALERT***🚨
ARASH YADOLLAHI WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Well now, it’s always a fine sight seein’ a greenhorn strike gold at Dead Man’s Hand Poker — and wouldn’t ya know it, we’ve gone and rustled up a first-time winner for the second showdown in a row! 🤠

A big ol’ YEEHAW and congratulations to Arash Yadollahi, who finally wrangled himself a win! Took him 25 showdowns across three seasons to rope in that first title, but by thunder, persistence sure does pay off.

Now, while Arash was ridin’ high on his victory, the rest of the posse showed that steady ridin’ wins races too. Smiley lassoed himself a 2nd-place finish — good enough to move him up to 2nd overall — and Lesli Gladstone came in 3rd, takin’ down both of the night’s target bounties along the trail! That fine performance boots her up to 3rd place overall in the standings.

Tip your hats, folks — that’s some mighty fine pokerin’ from all three of ‘em! 🏆💥

WEAR YOUR BLUE JAYS GEAR TONIGHT FOR EXTRA CHIPS!!!

Listen up, cowpokes! Tonight’s Game 4 of the ALDS sees the Toronto Blue Jays ridin’ into the Bronx to take on the Yankees, and we’re watchin’ it on the big screen while you wrangle some poker chips! Sport a Blue Jays shirt or hat and I’ll throw ya a 1,000 black chip—both? That’s 2! Redeem your reward cards and grab 2 more, but get here quick, ‘cause extra chips hit the tables right before the tourney starts. And don’t blink—every time the Jays score, reward cards fly into the next pot, and a grand slam fills every table with four cards! So tip yer hat, cheer loud, and join the action at Dead Man’s Hand Poker!

WEAR YOUR BLUE JAYS GEAR TONIGHT FOR EXTRA CHIPS!!!

Listen up, cowpokes! Tonight’s Game 4 of the ALDS sees the Toronto Blue Jays ridin’ into the Bronx to take on the Yankees, and we’re watchin’ it on the big screen while you wrangle some poker chips! Sport a Blue Jays shirt or hat and I’ll throw ya a 1,000 black chip—both? That’s 2! Redeem your reward cards and grab 2 more, but get here quick, ‘cause extra chips hit the tables right before the tourney starts. And don’t blink—every time the Jays score, reward cards fly into the next pot, and a grand slam fills every table with four cards! So tip yer hat, cheer loud, and join the action at Dead Man’s Hand Poker!

🚨***NEW WINNER ALERT***🚨
MARK SALIBA WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Well, I’ll be hog-tied and hornswoggled — if it ain’t a tale of pure grit and determination! After ridin’ through 59 dry runs, ol’ Mark Saliba finally struck gold and claimed himself a Dead Man’s Hand Poker Tournament victory! 🤠 WTG, Mark!

The stars must’ve been shinin’ just right, ‘cause Mark was on a heater no one could cool. Jerry Jambor gave it a mighty go in the heads-up showdown but couldn’t wrangle that chip lead away, ridin’ off with a respectable 2nd place instead. Meanwhile, Jin Zhao hummed her way into a smooth 3rd—cool as a prairie breeze.

24 players and 2 rebuys
1st - 590
2nd - 354
3rd - 295
4th - 236
5th - 207
6th - 177
7th - 148
8th - 118

🚨***NEW WINNER ALERT***🚨
MARK SALIBA WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Well, I’ll be hog-tied and hornswoggled — if it ain’t a tale of pure grit and determination! After ridin’ through 59 dry runs, ol’ Mark Saliba finally struck gold and claimed himself a Dead Man’s Hand Poker Tournament victory! 🤠 WTG, Mark!

The stars must’ve been shinin’ just right, ‘cause Mark was on a heater no one could cool. Jerry Jambor gave it a mighty go in the heads-up showdown but couldn’t wrangle that chip lead away, ridin’ off with a respectable 2nd place instead. Meanwhile, Jin Zhao hummed her way into a smooth 3rd—cool as a prairie breeze.

24 players and 2 rebuys
1st - 590
2nd - 354
3rd - 295
4th - 236
5th - 207
6th - 177
7th - 148
8th - 118

MARTY "NO POINTS" DEVEREUX WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Well now, look what we’ve got here, folks. Maybe ol’ Marty “No Points” Devereux wasn’t just a flash in the pan after all! After ridin’ 350 long days through the desert without a win, this here cowboy’s gone and done it again—only two showdowns and four sunsets later! Toss in a tidy little online tournament victory from Saturday night, and you’ve got yourself what the townsfolk call a 🔥HOT STREAK🔥! That’s win number two on the season for yours truly! WTG me!

Last time I went toe-to-toe with this season’s points leader, and this go-round I found myself squarin’ off with the former proprietor of Dead Man’s Hand Poker herself. For the three-peat, I’m ridin’ into town lookin’ for you, Champ! ❤️

But enough about this dusty gunslinger—’cause as y’all know, I don’t play for gold or glory, just for the thrill of the fight. So someone else has gotta take home them points. The real tale of last night’s final showdown was pure girl power, partner! Seven of the eight sharp-shooters sittin’ across from me were ladies, and they sure came ready to battle. WTG, gals!

Sure enough, the top three spots were claimed by the womenfolk. The big winner? None other than the woman I bought this ol’ poker outfit from—Carol Anne Fitz-Robb! WTG Carol Anne! I might’ve outlasted her in the final duel, but she took care of most of the varmints at that table and rustled herself up a mighty fine 1,145 points for her troubles. Second place went to the ever-crafty Ariel Rogers, and third to Rochelle Matte—sportin’ her Dog Days bounty shirt like a badge of honor, and usin’ it for a five-card rebuy that sure paid off big time.

🤠

41 players and 6 rebuys
1st - 695
2nd - 417
3rd - 348
4th - 278
5th - 244
6th - 209
7th - 174
8th - 139
9th - 105
10th - 70
11th - 56
12th - 49

MARTY "NO POINTS" DEVEREUX WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Well now, look what we’ve got here, folks. Maybe ol’ Marty “No Points” Devereux wasn’t just a flash in the pan after all! After ridin’ 350 long days through the desert without a win, this here cowboy’s gone and done it again—only two showdowns and four sunsets later! Toss in a tidy little online tournament victory from Saturday night, and you’ve got yourself what the townsfolk call a 🔥HOT STREAK🔥! That’s win number two on the season for yours truly! WTG me!

Last time I went toe-to-toe with this season’s points leader, and this go-round I found myself squarin’ off with the former proprietor of Dead Man’s Hand Poker herself. For the three-peat, I’m ridin’ into town lookin’ for you, Champ! ❤️

But enough about this dusty gunslinger—’cause as y’all know, I don’t play for gold or glory, just for the thrill of the fight. So someone else has gotta take home them points. The real tale of last night’s final showdown was pure girl power, partner! Seven of the eight sharp-shooters sittin’ across from me were ladies, and they sure came ready to battle. WTG, gals!

Sure enough, the top three spots were claimed by the womenfolk. The big winner? None other than the woman I bought this ol’ poker outfit from—Carol Anne Fitz-Robb! WTG Carol Anne! I might’ve outlasted her in the final duel, but she took care of most of the varmints at that table and rustled herself up a mighty fine 1,145 points for her troubles. Second place went to the ever-crafty Ariel Rogers, and third to Rochelle Matte—sportin’ her Dog Days bounty shirt like a badge of honor, and usin’ it for a five-card rebuy that sure paid off big time.

🤠

41 players and 6 rebuys
1st - 695
2nd - 417
3rd - 348
4th - 278
5th - 244
6th - 209
7th - 174
8th - 139
9th - 105
10th - 70
11th - 56
12th - 49

Dead Man's Hand Poker Standings - Harvest Moon Showdown - Updated 10/03/2025

Dead Man's Hand Poker Standings - Harvest Moon Showdown - Updated 10/03/2025

ANDY CHOMOS WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Tip your hats, folks, and give a holler for last night’s top gunslinger, Andy Chomos! Andy notched his second victory of the season, ridin’ his way straight into the top ten on the leaderboard. WTG, Andy!

But it weren’t no easy trail—he found himself outgunned in a heads-up showdown with Eileen Grady, facin’ the hangman’s rope more than once before pullin’ off a couple of downright miraculous escapes. In the end, Andy lassoed the pot and left Eileen ridin’ off with second place honors.

And let’s not forget Amit Jhamb, who claimed third and has wrangled his way back into the top three overall.

32 players and 9 rebuys
1st - 665
2nd - 399
3rd - 333
4th - 266
5th - 233
6th - 200
7th - 167
8th - 133
9th - 100
10th - 67
11th - 54

ANDY CHOMOS WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Tip your hats, folks, and give a holler for last night’s top gunslinger, Andy Chomos! Andy notched his second victory of the season, ridin’ his way straight into the top ten on the leaderboard. WTG, Andy!

But it weren’t no easy trail—he found himself outgunned in a heads-up showdown with Eileen Grady, facin’ the hangman’s rope more than once before pullin’ off a couple of downright miraculous escapes. In the end, Andy lassoed the pot and left Eileen ridin’ off with second place honors.

And let’s not forget Amit Jhamb, who claimed third and has wrangled his way back into the top three overall.

32 players and 9 rebuys
1st - 665
2nd - 399
3rd - 333
4th - 266
5th - 233
6th - 200
7th - 167
8th - 133
9th - 100
10th - 67
11th - 54

MARTY "NO POINTS" DEVEREUX WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Well now, in a turn of fortune that proves even a blind prospector strikes gold once in a while, your trail boss Marty finally roped in a tournament win! WTG me! Truth is, it’s been a mighty long spell since my last victory—350 days to be exact. With that “all my bounties if you take me out” policy and the “extra reward cards if I knock you out” deal, the road’s been rougher than a cactus trail. I’d come close a half-dozen times with second-place finishes, but at long last I’m back in the winner’s circle. And sure, I don’t play for points—just for the glory and the love of the game—and man, it feels good.

But here’s where the story takes a twist: points leader Matt Clayman gets credit for the win! That makes three for him this season. On top of that, he hauled in 17 bounties, many of ‘em mine, and now he’s sittin’ high with a 2,150-point lead over the next cowboy in line. To put it plain, second place only has 2,950 points total! And don’t forget—Matt set the record last season with 103 bounties. This time around, he’s already got 51, and we’re only a quarter of the way through the Harvest Moon Showdown.

Second place overall belongs to Steve “Silver Buckle” Durham, who’s still huntin’ for that first win but already has his fourth runner-up finish. Third goes to Judy Webster, who’s made her fourth final table in just eight rides.

40 players and 2 rebuys
1st - 670
2nd - 402
3rd - 335
4th - 268
5th - 235
6th - 201
7th - 168
8th - 134
9th - 101
10th - 67
11th - 54

MARTY "NO POINTS" DEVEREUX WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Well now, in a turn of fortune that proves even a blind prospector strikes gold once in a while, your trail boss Marty finally roped in a tournament win! WTG me! Truth is, it’s been a mighty long spell since my last victory—350 days to be exact. With that “all my bounties if you take me out” policy and the “extra reward cards if I knock you out” deal, the road’s been rougher than a cactus trail. I’d come close a half-dozen times with second-place finishes, but at long last I’m back in the winner’s circle. And sure, I don’t play for points—just for the glory and the love of the game—and man, it feels good.

But here’s where the story takes a twist: points leader Matt Clayman gets credit for the win! That makes three for him this season. On top of that, he hauled in 17 bounties, many of ‘em mine, and now he’s sittin’ high with a 2,150-point lead over the next cowboy in line. To put it plain, second place only has 2,950 points total! And don’t forget—Matt set the record last season with 103 bounties. This time around, he’s already got 51, and we’re only a quarter of the way through the Harvest Moon Showdown.

Second place overall belongs to Steve “Silver Buckle” Durham, who’s still huntin’ for that first win but already has his fourth runner-up finish. Third goes to Judy Webster, who’s made her fourth final table in just eight rides.

40 players and 2 rebuys
1st - 670
2nd - 402
3rd - 335
4th - 268
5th - 235
6th - 201
7th - 168
8th - 134
9th - 101
10th - 67
11th - 54

DANK WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Pajama Roundup #2 was a rootin’-tootin’ success, partner! Sure, we had a few less cowpokes ride into town this time, but the ones who did came dressed proper—84% of the posse sported their sleepin’ garb, a mighty jump from the 68% the night before. Much obliged to y’all for playin’ along and for all the kind words on the theme—reckon we’ll saddle up for another Pajama Roundup come next year!

This time, every gunslinger at the final table was dressed in their night-ridin’ duds, and the outlaw who rode off with the gold was none other than DanK! (Repped, as always, by that trusty can o’ Pepsi.) His victory shoots him straight into the top 10 overall!

Hot on his trail was last week’s birthday boy, Steven Sudar, ridin’ tall into 2nd place and breakin’ into the top 20. And Smiley? Well, that ol’ cowhand grinned his way to 3rd, landin’ himself among the big guns in 4th place overall.

And don’t ya forget—Derek Ritchie hit the jackpot in the big Pajama Draw, ridin’ off into the sunset 20 reward cards richer than when he sat down!

33 player and 9 rebuys
1st - 670
2nd - 402
3rd - 335
4th - 268
5th - 235
6th - 201
7th - 168
8th - 134
9th - 101
10th - 67
11th - 54

DANK WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Pajama Roundup #2 was a rootin’-tootin’ success, partner! Sure, we had a few less cowpokes ride into town this time, but the ones who did came dressed proper—84% of the posse sported their sleepin’ garb, a mighty jump from the 68% the night before. Much obliged to y’all for playin’ along and for all the kind words on the theme—reckon we’ll saddle up for another Pajama Roundup come next year!

This time, every gunslinger at the final table was dressed in their night-ridin’ duds, and the outlaw who rode off with the gold was none other than DanK! (Repped, as always, by that trusty can o’ Pepsi.) His victory shoots him straight into the top 10 overall!

Hot on his trail was last week’s birthday boy, Steven Sudar, ridin’ tall into 2nd place and breakin’ into the top 20. And Smiley? Well, that ol’ cowhand grinned his way to 3rd, landin’ himself among the big guns in 4th place overall.

And don’t ya forget—Derek Ritchie hit the jackpot in the big Pajama Draw, ridin’ off into the sunset 20 reward cards richer than when he sat down!

33 player and 9 rebuys
1st - 670
2nd - 402
3rd - 335
4th - 268
5th - 235
6th - 201
7th - 168
8th - 134
9th - 101
10th - 67
11th - 54

MATT CLAYMAN WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Well now, folks, gather ‘round ‘cause last night’s card game turned into a Pajama Party hoedown! The saloon was near bustin’ as 35 of 51 wranglers traded boots for slippers and six-shooters for stuffed critters. Even Anna the barkeep poured drinks in her jammies, and the whole Pineapple Hat Club swapped their trademark lids for onesies.

When the dust settled, Matt Clayman rode off the big winner! WTG, cowboy! He wrangled his second win of the season and stacked up 11 bounties. Toss in those double pajama points from his Toronto Raptors sleep set, and Matt now holds a commanding lead in the Harvest Moon Showdown. Kerry Duggan took 2nd, and Dave Terceira claimed 3rd, ridin’ his way into the overall top 5—all three struttin’ pajama pride.

We also tipped our hats to Christina Kennedy on her “45th” birthday. Luck rode with her, not in the poker game, but she lassoed 20 reward cards in the pajama draw. Happy trails, Christina—collect your bounty next showdown!

51 players and 10 rebuys
1st - 765
2nd - 459
3rd - 383
4th - 306
5th - 268
6th - 230
7th - 192
8th - 153
9th - 115
10th - 77
11th - 62
12th - 54
13th - 46
14th - 46
15th - 46
16th - 46

MATT CLAYMAN WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Well now, folks, gather ‘round ‘cause last night’s card game turned into a Pajama Party hoedown! The saloon was near bustin’ as 35 of 51 wranglers traded boots for slippers and six-shooters for stuffed critters. Even Anna the barkeep poured drinks in her jammies, and the whole Pineapple Hat Club swapped their trademark lids for onesies.

When the dust settled, Matt Clayman rode off the big winner! WTG, cowboy! He wrangled his second win of the season and stacked up 11 bounties. Toss in those double pajama points from his Toronto Raptors sleep set, and Matt now holds a commanding lead in the Harvest Moon Showdown. Kerry Duggan took 2nd, and Dave Terceira claimed 3rd, ridin’ his way into the overall top 5—all three struttin’ pajama pride.

We also tipped our hats to Christina Kennedy on her “45th” birthday. Luck rode with her, not in the poker game, but she lassoed 20 reward cards in the pajama draw. Happy trails, Christina—collect your bounty next showdown!

51 players and 10 rebuys
1st - 765
2nd - 459
3rd - 383
4th - 306
5th - 268
6th - 230
7th - 192
8th - 153
9th - 115
10th - 77
11th - 62
12th - 54
13th - 46
14th - 46
15th - 46
16th - 46

Our next special event is TODAY at Brown Barrel, and it’s night two of our Pajama Party!

This time, earning double reward cards couldn’t be easier: just show up in pajamas! Rock your favorite PJ set, or slip into a onesie!

Now, I can already hear some of you…

“But Marty, I sleep in the nude!” …I dare you.

“But Marty, I don’t even own pajamas!” …if only they were sold everywhere for super cheap!

Bottom line: wear pajamas of some kind and you’ll score double reward cards. If modesty’s your concern, toss them on right over your clothes. Simple as that! You'll get...

2 cards if you arrive before 7 PM
2 cards when you spend $20 or more
4 cards for each bounty player you eliminate
10 cards if you win
2 reward cards for every pink chip you turn in instead of points!
2,000 chips per reward card at the start, for up to 4,000 additional chips!
And don't forget the fan-favourite 5-card rebuy!

PLUS...
A bonus 1000 chips if you bring your favourite stuffed animal to sleep, er, play poker with (must be in pajamas for bonus)! Sweet dreams!

WAIT, THERE'S MORE...
I’ve discovered that in my quest to see just how far you’ll go for double reward cards, pajamas seem to be where some of you draw the line. So, I’m sweetening the deal! Anyone who shows up in pajamas will not only earn all the benefits of double reward cards but also double appearance points and double bounty points (if you choose not to exchange them for double cards).

BUT THAT'S NOT ALL!
Everyone who participates by wearing pajamas will be entered into a random draw where the winner will receive a bonus 20 reward cards! One winner each night! So throw on those PJs, embrace the spirit of the community, and rack up the perks while having a great time!

Our next special event is TODAY at Brown Barrel, and it’s night two of our Pajama Party!

This time, earning double reward cards couldn’t be easier: just show up in pajamas! Rock your favorite PJ set, or slip into a onesie!

Now, I can already hear some of you…

“But Marty, I sleep in the nude!” …I dare you.

“But Marty, I don’t even own pajamas!” …if only they were sold everywhere for super cheap!

Bottom line: wear pajamas of some kind and you’ll score double reward cards. If modesty’s your concern, toss them on right over your clothes. Simple as that! You'll get...

2 cards if you arrive before 7 PM
2 cards when you spend $20 or more
4 cards for each bounty player you eliminate
10 cards if you win
2 reward cards for every pink chip you turn in instead of points!
2,000 chips per reward card at the start, for up to 4,000 additional chips!
And don't forget the fan-favourite 5-card rebuy!

PLUS...
A bonus 1000 chips if you bring your favourite stuffed animal to sleep, er, play poker with (must be in pajamas for bonus)! Sweet dreams!

WAIT, THERE'S MORE...
I’ve discovered that in my quest to see just how far you’ll go for double reward cards, pajamas seem to be where some of you draw the line. So, I’m sweetening the deal! Anyone who shows up in pajamas will not only earn all the benefits of double reward cards but also double appearance points and double bounty points (if you choose not to exchange them for double cards).

BUT THAT'S NOT ALL!
Everyone who participates by wearing pajamas will be entered into a random draw where the winner will receive a bonus 20 reward cards! One winner each night! So throw on those PJs, embrace the spirit of the community, and rack up the perks while having a great time!

Our next special event is TODAY at Carrigan Arms, and it’s night one of our Pajama Party!

This time, earning double reward cards couldn’t be easier: just show up in pajamas! Rock your favorite PJ set, or slip into a onesie!

Now, I can already hear some of you…

“But Marty, I sleep in the nude!” …I dare you.

“But Marty, I don’t even own pajamas!” …if only they were sold everywhere for super cheap!

Bottom line: wear pajamas of some kind and you’ll score double reward cards. If modesty’s your concern, toss them on right over your clothes. Simple as that! You'll get...

2 cards if you arrive before 7 PM
2 cards when you spend $20 or more
4 cards for each bounty player you eliminate
10 cards if you win
2 reward cards for every pink chip you turn in instead of points!
2,000 chips per reward card at the start, for up to 4,000 additional chips!
And don't forget the fan-favourite 5-card rebuy!

PLUS...
A bonus 1000 chips if you bring your favourite stuffed animal to sleep, er, play poker with (must be in pajamas for bonus)! Sweet dreams!

WAIT, THERE'S MORE...
I’ve discovered that in my quest to see just how far you’ll go for double reward cards, pajamas seem to be where some of you draw the line. So, I’m sweetening the deal! Anyone who shows up in pajamas will not only earn all the benefits of double reward cards but also double appearance points and double bounty points (if you choose not to exchange them for double cards).

BUT THAT'S NOT ALL!
Everyone who participates by wearing pajamas will be entered into a random draw where the winner will receive a bonus 20 reward cards! One winner each night! So throw on those PJs, embrace the spirit of the community, and rack up the perks while having a great time!

Our next special event is TODAY at Carrigan Arms, and it’s night one of our Pajama Party!

This time, earning double reward cards couldn’t be easier: just show up in pajamas! Rock your favorite PJ set, or slip into a onesie!

Now, I can already hear some of you…

“But Marty, I sleep in the nude!” …I dare you.

“But Marty, I don’t even own pajamas!” …if only they were sold everywhere for super cheap!

Bottom line: wear pajamas of some kind and you’ll score double reward cards. If modesty’s your concern, toss them on right over your clothes. Simple as that! You'll get...

2 cards if you arrive before 7 PM
2 cards when you spend $20 or more
4 cards for each bounty player you eliminate
10 cards if you win
2 reward cards for every pink chip you turn in instead of points!
2,000 chips per reward card at the start, for up to 4,000 additional chips!
And don't forget the fan-favourite 5-card rebuy!

PLUS...
A bonus 1000 chips if you bring your favourite stuffed animal to sleep, er, play poker with (must be in pajamas for bonus)! Sweet dreams!

WAIT, THERE'S MORE...
I’ve discovered that in my quest to see just how far you’ll go for double reward cards, pajamas seem to be where some of you draw the line. So, I’m sweetening the deal! Anyone who shows up in pajamas will not only earn all the benefits of double reward cards but also double appearance points and double bounty points (if you choose not to exchange them for double cards).

BUT THAT'S NOT ALL!
Everyone who participates by wearing pajamas will be entered into a random draw where the winner will receive a bonus 20 reward cards! One winner each night! So throw on those PJs, embrace the spirit of the community, and rack up the perks while having a great time!

Dead Man's Hand Poker Standings - Harvest Moon Showdown - Updated 09/26/2025

Dead Man's Hand Poker Standings - Harvest Moon Showdown - Updated 09/26/2025

DAN RAPP WINS AT BROWN BARREL

1st - Dan Rapp
2nd - Derek Ritchie
3rd - Chris Loker

yeehaw

35 players and 7 rebuys
1st - 670
2nd - 402
3rd - 335
4th - 268
5th - 235
6th - 201
7th - 168
8th - 134
9th - 101
10th - 67
11th - 54

DAN RAPP WINS AT BROWN BARREL

1st - Dan Rapp
2nd - Derek Ritchie
3rd - Chris Loker

yeehaw

35 players and 7 rebuys
1st - 670
2nd - 402
3rd - 335
4th - 268
5th - 235
6th - 201
7th - 168
8th - 134
9th - 101
10th - 67
11th - 54

🚨***NEW WINNER ALERT***🚨
SAARTHAK MALHOTRA WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Well now, gather ‘round the campfire, folks, ‘cause I got me a tale worth tellin’. After ridin’ high ‘n dry with no luck Uptown, Saarthak Malhotra saddled up his pony, tipped his hat to the tumbleweeds, and moseyed on downtown to where the real dust storms of glory blow — Dead Man’s Hand Poker. And wouldn’t ya know it, on this very night, he struck gold in the form of his first-ever tournament victory! Yessir, Saarthak done carved his name into the annals of frontier legend.

But this here tale weren’t no quick-draw shootout. No sir. It came down to a duel at high noon between Saarthak and the wily outlaw, Ariel Rogers. Ariel had all the tricks of a riverboat gambler up her sleeve, and at one point she had Saarthak on the ropes, sittin’ with nothin’ more than two and a half big blinds to his name — about as thin as a prospector’s pickaxe after a hard winter. But Saarthak wasn’t ready to fold his hand nor his destiny. Like a gunslinger facin’ his last bullet, he dug in, grit his teeth, and clawed his way back. Hand after hand, chip after chip, he fought like a man possessed ‘til at last he stood tall, his stack gleamin’ like bars of frontier silver.

As for the rest of the posse? Well, Matt Clayman rode hard but finished in third place, just shy of the final duel. Still, he earned himself a solid notch on the belt.

So here’s to Saarthak — the greenhorn who turned desperado — provin’ once again that in the Dead Man’s Hand Poker saloon, any hombre with enough grit can ride off into the sunset a champion.

37 players and 5 rebuys
1st - 670
2nd - 402
3rd - 335
4th - 268
5th - 235
6th - 201
7th - 168
8th - 134
9th - 101
10th - 67
11th - 54

🚨***NEW WINNER ALERT***🚨
SAARTHAK MALHOTRA WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Well now, gather ‘round the campfire, folks, ‘cause I got me a tale worth tellin’. After ridin’ high ‘n dry with no luck Uptown, Saarthak Malhotra saddled up his pony, tipped his hat to the tumbleweeds, and moseyed on downtown to where the real dust storms of glory blow — Dead Man’s Hand Poker. And wouldn’t ya know it, on this very night, he struck gold in the form of his first-ever tournament victory! Yessir, Saarthak done carved his name into the annals of frontier legend.

But this here tale weren’t no quick-draw shootout. No sir. It came down to a duel at high noon between Saarthak and the wily outlaw, Ariel Rogers. Ariel had all the tricks of a riverboat gambler up her sleeve, and at one point she had Saarthak on the ropes, sittin’ with nothin’ more than two and a half big blinds to his name — about as thin as a prospector’s pickaxe after a hard winter. But Saarthak wasn’t ready to fold his hand nor his destiny. Like a gunslinger facin’ his last bullet, he dug in, grit his teeth, and clawed his way back. Hand after hand, chip after chip, he fought like a man possessed ‘til at last he stood tall, his stack gleamin’ like bars of frontier silver.

As for the rest of the posse? Well, Matt Clayman rode hard but finished in third place, just shy of the final duel. Still, he earned himself a solid notch on the belt.

So here’s to Saarthak — the greenhorn who turned desperado — provin’ once again that in the Dead Man’s Hand Poker saloon, any hombre with enough grit can ride off into the sunset a champion.

37 players and 5 rebuys
1st - 670
2nd - 402
3rd - 335
4th - 268
5th - 235
6th - 201
7th - 168
8th - 134
9th - 101
10th - 67
11th - 54

DAN O'NEILL WINS AT BROWN BARREL

After ridin’ the rails as a waitlist drifter for The Dog Days Championship, Dan O’Neill finally said to hell with waitin’ and drew his irons in the Harvest Moon Showdown. With a second victory already this young season, he’s staked his claim on the frontier and now rides alongside Sophie Burrows as a two-time winner. And though the ink ain’t dry on the leaderboard yet, I’d bet my last silver dollar this win hoists Dan ahead of Sophie to the top of the heap. WTG, Dan!

Trail-tough regular Amit Jhamb wrangled himself a fine 2nd-place finish, while Paul B managed to rope in both 3rd and 4th. Yep, two Paul B’s in this here posse—but only Paul Bishop gets his name carved into the ledger, ‘cause nobody’s hangin’ their hat on 4th.

And a tip of the Stetson to birthday cowboy Steven Sudar, who chose to mark his 69th turn ‘round the sun in our saloon, with his kin Karen Rossignol ridin’ in with cake for the whole posse. Happy trails and happy birthday, Steven! 🎂🤠

36 players and 2 rebuys
1st - 650
2nd - 390
3rd - 325
4th - 260
5th - 228
6th - 195
7th - 163
8th - 130
9th - 98
10th - 65

DAN O'NEILL WINS AT BROWN BARREL

After ridin’ the rails as a waitlist drifter for The Dog Days Championship, Dan O’Neill finally said to hell with waitin’ and drew his irons in the Harvest Moon Showdown. With a second victory already this young season, he’s staked his claim on the frontier and now rides alongside Sophie Burrows as a two-time winner. And though the ink ain’t dry on the leaderboard yet, I’d bet my last silver dollar this win hoists Dan ahead of Sophie to the top of the heap. WTG, Dan!

Trail-tough regular Amit Jhamb wrangled himself a fine 2nd-place finish, while Paul B managed to rope in both 3rd and 4th. Yep, two Paul B’s in this here posse—but only Paul Bishop gets his name carved into the ledger, ‘cause nobody’s hangin’ their hat on 4th.

And a tip of the Stetson to birthday cowboy Steven Sudar, who chose to mark his 69th turn ‘round the sun in our saloon, with his kin Karen Rossignol ridin’ in with cake for the whole posse. Happy trails and happy birthday, Steven! 🎂🤠

36 players and 2 rebuys
1st - 650
2nd - 390
3rd - 325
4th - 260
5th - 228
6th - 195
7th - 163
8th - 130
9th - 98
10th - 65

SMILEY WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Summer done rode off into the sunset, and last night the first day of fall came ridin’ in. But poker don’t pay no mind to the seasons—the cards keep flyin’ just the same! Last night’s top gunslinger was none other than Smiley! WTG, Smiley! He showed grit tougher than rawhide, sittin’ at the table ‘til 11:30pm to wrangle the win, even with a 3:30am wake-up call for a 12-hour shift on the horizon. Now that’s true love for the game!

Mike Hall came stormin’ back from his poker hiatus, provin’ he’s still got the sharpest aim with a 2nd place finish! Adam Doyon rode hard and rounded out the top 3. And let’s tip our hats to Lesli Gladstone—her 6th place finish was enough to put her back on top of the leaderboard in this still-young Harvest Moon Showdown.

45 players and 8 rebuys
1st - 725
2nd - 435
3rd - 363
4th - 290
5th - 254
6th - 218
7th - 182
8th - 145
9th - 109
10th - 73
11th - 58
12th - 51
13th - 44
14th - 44

SMILEY WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Summer done rode off into the sunset, and last night the first day of fall came ridin’ in. But poker don’t pay no mind to the seasons—the cards keep flyin’ just the same! Last night’s top gunslinger was none other than Smiley! WTG, Smiley! He showed grit tougher than rawhide, sittin’ at the table ‘til 11:30pm to wrangle the win, even with a 3:30am wake-up call for a 12-hour shift on the horizon. Now that’s true love for the game!

Mike Hall came stormin’ back from his poker hiatus, provin’ he’s still got the sharpest aim with a 2nd place finish! Adam Doyon rode hard and rounded out the top 3. And let’s tip our hats to Lesli Gladstone—her 6th place finish was enough to put her back on top of the leaderboard in this still-young Harvest Moon Showdown.

45 players and 8 rebuys
1st - 725
2nd - 435
3rd - 363
4th - 290
5th - 254
6th - 218
7th - 182
8th - 145
9th - 109
10th - 73
11th - 58
12th - 51
13th - 44
14th - 44

Dead Man's Hand Poker Standings - Harvest Moon Showdown - Updated 09/19/2025

Dead Man's Hand Poker Standings - Harvest Moon Showdown - Updated 09/19/2025

ROBERT WEBER WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Last night’s final table wrapped up faster than a gunfight at high noon — four players sittin’ at the felt cut down to one lone winner in just two hands.

The final showdown came when Robert Weber locked horns with Jeremy Paczuski. The flop hit the dust — Q♥ 2♦ 4♥. Robert was packin’ pocket twos, hittin’ himself a set. Jeremy wasn’t about to fold his hand, showin’ A♠5♠ and eyein’ that gutshot straight like a prospector lookin’ for gold.

Then came the river. A 4! For one wild heartbeat, it looked like Jeremy had struck pay dirt and was ridin’ off with his second win of the season.

But not so fast… it was the 4♥! That blood-red beauty gave Robert the flush and left Jeremy high and dry.

Robert walks away the victor, Jeremy takes 2nd by the slimmest margin, and Karen Rossignol claims 3rd. Another dusty night in the poker corral, sealed in the history books.

31 players and 6 rebuys
1st - 645
2nd - 387
3rd - 323
4th - 258
5th - 226
6th - 194
7th - 162
8th - 129
9th - 97
10th - 65

ROBERT WEBER WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Last night’s final table wrapped up faster than a gunfight at high noon — four players sittin’ at the felt cut down to one lone winner in just two hands.

The final showdown came when Robert Weber locked horns with Jeremy Paczuski. The flop hit the dust — Q♥ 2♦ 4♥. Robert was packin’ pocket twos, hittin’ himself a set. Jeremy wasn’t about to fold his hand, showin’ A♠5♠ and eyein’ that gutshot straight like a prospector lookin’ for gold.

Then came the river. A 4! For one wild heartbeat, it looked like Jeremy had struck pay dirt and was ridin’ off with his second win of the season.

But not so fast… it was the 4♥! That blood-red beauty gave Robert the flush and left Jeremy high and dry.

Robert walks away the victor, Jeremy takes 2nd by the slimmest margin, and Karen Rossignol claims 3rd. Another dusty night in the poker corral, sealed in the history books.

31 players and 6 rebuys
1st - 645
2nd - 387
3rd - 323
4th - 258
5th - 226
6th - 194
7th - 162
8th - 129
9th - 97
10th - 65

SOPHIE BURROWS WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Last season we had 17 gunslingers ride off with more than one trophy, but now it's taken only 9 events in the Harvest Moon Showdown to find our first repeat champ—Sophie “Six-Shooter” Burrows! Yeehaw, WTG Sophie! She clawed her way back from just a single big blind in her holster, AGAIN, and outdueled the field, leaving poor Steve “Second-Place” Durham staring down the barrel of his third silver star of the season. That’s some rootin’, tootin’, remarkable poker! Alex Tikk rounded out the top 3 after sending yours truly to the rail in 4th.

33 players and 7 rebuys
1st - 660
2nd - 396
3rd - 330
4th - 264
5th - 231
6th - 198
7th - 165
8th - 132
9th - 99
10th - 66

SOPHIE BURROWS WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Last season we had 17 gunslingers ride off with more than one trophy, but now it's taken only 9 events in the Harvest Moon Showdown to find our first repeat champ—Sophie “Six-Shooter” Burrows! Yeehaw, WTG Sophie! She clawed her way back from just a single big blind in her holster, AGAIN, and outdueled the field, leaving poor Steve “Second-Place” Durham staring down the barrel of his third silver star of the season. That’s some rootin’, tootin’, remarkable poker! Alex Tikk rounded out the top 3 after sending yours truly to the rail in 4th.

33 players and 7 rebuys
1st - 660
2nd - 396
3rd - 330
4th - 264
5th - 231
6th - 198
7th - 165
8th - 132
9th - 99
10th - 66

ROBERTO RAGONA WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Last season’s championship is ridin’ off into the sunset, and Dead Man’s Hand Poker is back to business as usual on the frontier! The night after a championship is always a little quieter in these parts, but don’t go thinkin’ that makes the battles any easier.

With less than half the cowpokes in the corral and only half the chips in their saddlebags, the blinds still climbed high—just one notch short of yesterday’s peak showdown level. After a short mutiny (the final two varmints took themselves a smoke break before heads-up play—unbelievable!), they moseyed back to the table, the clock still tickin’, and finished the duel.

In the end, it was Roberto Ragona ridin’ off with the gold! WTG Roberto! He outdueled Steve Durham, who’s now sittin’ on his second silver buckle of this young season. Adam Doyon rode into 3rd place.

The new season's standings have finally been wrangled and posted—check the photos and the website for the full roundup. And even without a win yet, Lesli Gladstone has rustled up 5 final tables in 7 events, enough to claim the top spot on the leaderboard! WTG Lesli—keep blazin’ that trail!

30 players and 3 rebuys
1st - 625
2nd - 375
3rd - 313
4th - 250
5th - 219
6th - 188
7th - 157
8th - 125
9th - 94

ROBERTO RAGONA WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Last season’s championship is ridin’ off into the sunset, and Dead Man’s Hand Poker is back to business as usual on the frontier! The night after a championship is always a little quieter in these parts, but don’t go thinkin’ that makes the battles any easier.

With less than half the cowpokes in the corral and only half the chips in their saddlebags, the blinds still climbed high—just one notch short of yesterday’s peak showdown level. After a short mutiny (the final two varmints took themselves a smoke break before heads-up play—unbelievable!), they moseyed back to the table, the clock still tickin’, and finished the duel.

In the end, it was Roberto Ragona ridin’ off with the gold! WTG Roberto! He outdueled Steve Durham, who’s now sittin’ on his second silver buckle of this young season. Adam Doyon rode into 3rd place.

The new season's standings have finally been wrangled and posted—check the photos and the website for the full roundup. And even without a win yet, Lesli Gladstone has rustled up 5 final tables in 7 events, enough to claim the top spot on the leaderboard! WTG Lesli—keep blazin’ that trail!

30 players and 3 rebuys
1st - 625
2nd - 375
3rd - 313
4th - 250
5th - 219
6th - 188
7th - 157
8th - 125
9th - 94

🏆LESLEY WEBB WINS THE DOG DAYS CHAMPIONSHIP!🏆

Another championship is in the books, and this time the crown belongs to Lesley Webb! 🎉 WTG Lesley!

She started strong with the very first knockout of the night on just the second hand and, obviously, landed the final knockout to seal her victory. The heads-up battle came down to Lesley versus Dianne Meloche. After some back-and-forth chip swings, the decisive hand arrived:

Dianne shoved all-in with A5
Lesley snap-called with JJ
The flop delivered another Jack for Lesley, nearly locking it up.
The turn gave Dianne a gutshot chance… but the river wasn’t a 4.
And just like that, Lesley was crowned champion! 🏆

Now, before the cries of “rigged!” start flying (too late—I already heard it about ten times from the diehards who stuck around), let me clear the air: I didn’t even deal the final table! As soon as Lesley made it there, I stepped aside and handed the cards to Matt Clayman to make sure everything was on the level. Truth is, Lesley doesn’t need any help—she’s a rock-solid player and earned every chip herself.

Shout-out to last season’s champ, Rod Comeau, who fought hard and finished 6th in his title defense—nothing to hang your hat on there! 👏

Here’s the rest of the Top 10 Final Table, who split $2000 in prizes:

1st: Lesley Webb
2nd: Dianne Meloche
3rd: Jonathan Waldman
4th: Patrick Smith
5th: DanK
6th: Rod Comeau
7th: Jeff Linger
8th: Paul Bayley
9th: Judy Webster
10th: Giordan Kovacs

Check out our website for all the exciting details! (link in bio)

🏆LESLEY WEBB WINS THE DOG DAYS CHAMPIONSHIP!🏆

Another championship is in the books, and this time the crown belongs to Lesley Webb! 🎉 WTG Lesley!

She started strong with the very first knockout of the night on just the second hand and, obviously, landed the final knockout to seal her victory. The heads-up battle came down to Lesley versus Dianne Meloche. After some back-and-forth chip swings, the decisive hand arrived:

Dianne shoved all-in with A5
Lesley snap-called with JJ
The flop delivered another Jack for Lesley, nearly locking it up.
The turn gave Dianne a gutshot chance… but the river wasn’t a 4.
And just like that, Lesley was crowned champion! 🏆

Now, before the cries of “rigged!” start flying (too late—I already heard it about ten times from the diehards who stuck around), let me clear the air: I didn’t even deal the final table! As soon as Lesley made it there, I stepped aside and handed the cards to Matt Clayman to make sure everything was on the level. Truth is, Lesley doesn’t need any help—she’s a rock-solid player and earned every chip herself.

Shout-out to last season’s champ, Rod Comeau, who fought hard and finished 6th in his title defense—nothing to hang your hat on there! 👏

Here’s the rest of the Top 10 Final Table, who split $2000 in prizes:

1st: Lesley Webb
2nd: Dianne Meloche
3rd: Jonathan Waldman
4th: Patrick Smith
5th: DanK
6th: Rod Comeau
7th: Jeff Linger
8th: Paul Bayley
9th: Judy Webster
10th: Giordan Kovacs

Check out our website for all the exciting details! (link in bio)

ANDY CHOMOS WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Last night was the final showdown ‘fore the big gunfight on Sunday—the Dog Days Championship! But only one cowpoke was ridin’ off with that last dose of confidence before the weekend dust-up, and that sharp-shootin’ gambler was none other than Andy Chomos! Hats off to ya, Andy! 🤠

Andy stood his ground in a drawn-out duel against the ever-dangerous gunslinger Amit Jhamb, a fella who’s always prowlin’ ‘round the top 5 corral. Their heads-up battle stretched on so long I had to shuffle back through the ledgers to recall who claimed third place—and wouldn’t ya know it, it was the fresh-faced newcomer Steven Sudar! Fine ridin’, all three of ya!

See y’all this Sunday — don’t be late, pardner, or you’ll be outta luck and miss the whole hoedown!

37 players and 2 rebuys
1st - 655
2nd - 393
3rd - 328
4th - 262
5th - 230
6th - 197
7th - 164
8th - 131
9th - 99
10th - 66

ANDY CHOMOS WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Last night was the final showdown ‘fore the big gunfight on Sunday—the Dog Days Championship! But only one cowpoke was ridin’ off with that last dose of confidence before the weekend dust-up, and that sharp-shootin’ gambler was none other than Andy Chomos! Hats off to ya, Andy! 🤠

Andy stood his ground in a drawn-out duel against the ever-dangerous gunslinger Amit Jhamb, a fella who’s always prowlin’ ‘round the top 5 corral. Their heads-up battle stretched on so long I had to shuffle back through the ledgers to recall who claimed third place—and wouldn’t ya know it, it was the fresh-faced newcomer Steven Sudar! Fine ridin’, all three of ya!

See y’all this Sunday — don’t be late, pardner, or you’ll be outta luck and miss the whole hoedown!

37 players and 2 rebuys
1st - 655
2nd - 393
3rd - 328
4th - 262
5th - 230
6th - 197
7th - 164
8th - 131
9th - 99
10th - 66

DAVID TERCEIRA WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

After ridin’ through The Dog Days without rustlin’ up a single win, David Terceira finally holstered his six-shooter and hit the bullseye just six events into the Harvest Moon Showdown. He done went and lassoed himself a victory! Yeehaw, David! When asked about it, the gunslinger tipped his hat and said, “Hope I didn’t peak too early,” no doubt thinkin’ about the big Dog Days Championship ridin’ into town this Sunday. Here’s hopin’ his peak keeps climbin’ higher than a prairie sun.

Christina “Quick Draw” Kennedy came out guns blazin’, runnin’ roughshod over the final table (even sent yours truly packin’ in 4th). But she couldn’t hold off David’s stampede and had to settle for silver. Meanwhile, Saarthak Malhotra was like a cowboy ridin’ a wild bronco, hangin’ on through odds that’d make a gambler choke on his whiskey. But when the dust cleared, third place was where his trail ended.

36 players and 4 rebuys
1st - 660
2nd - 396
3rd - 330
4th - 264
5th - 231
6th - 198
7th - 165
8th - 132
9th - 99
10th - 66

DAVID TERCEIRA WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

After ridin’ through The Dog Days without rustlin’ up a single win, David Terceira finally holstered his six-shooter and hit the bullseye just six events into the Harvest Moon Showdown. He done went and lassoed himself a victory! Yeehaw, David! When asked about it, the gunslinger tipped his hat and said, “Hope I didn’t peak too early,” no doubt thinkin’ about the big Dog Days Championship ridin’ into town this Sunday. Here’s hopin’ his peak keeps climbin’ higher than a prairie sun.

Christina “Quick Draw” Kennedy came out guns blazin’, runnin’ roughshod over the final table (even sent yours truly packin’ in 4th). But she couldn’t hold off David’s stampede and had to settle for silver. Meanwhile, Saarthak Malhotra was like a cowboy ridin’ a wild bronco, hangin’ on through odds that’d make a gambler choke on his whiskey. But when the dust cleared, third place was where his trail ended.

36 players and 4 rebuys
1st - 660
2nd - 396
3rd - 330
4th - 264
5th - 231
6th - 198
7th - 165
8th - 132
9th - 99
10th - 66

MATT CLAYMAN WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Well folks, the showdown we’ve all been waitin’ for finally happened—MATT squarin’ off against LESLI in a heads-up duel at high noon! The two locked eyes like gunslingers on Main Street, posed for a quick snapshot, and then holstered up for what looked to be a long, dusty standoff.

But wouldn’t ya know it, the whole shootout was over in just two hands! Bang bang! And just like that, Matt Clayman rode off with the victory, leavin’ Lesli Gladstone in second place, hat tipped in defeat.

As for the wagon ride home? Let’s just say the tumbleweeds weren’t the only thing rollin’. Riley Jackson, sittin’ between those two powder kegs, wisely ducked out in 3rd before the sparks really flew.

30 players and 4 rebuys
1st - 630
2nd - 378
3rd - 315
4th - 252
5th - 221
6th - 189
7th - 158
8th - 126
9th - 95

MATT CLAYMAN WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Well folks, the showdown we’ve all been waitin’ for finally happened—MATT squarin’ off against LESLI in a heads-up duel at high noon! The two locked eyes like gunslingers on Main Street, posed for a quick snapshot, and then holstered up for what looked to be a long, dusty standoff.

But wouldn’t ya know it, the whole shootout was over in just two hands! Bang bang! And just like that, Matt Clayman rode off with the victory, leavin’ Lesli Gladstone in second place, hat tipped in defeat.

As for the wagon ride home? Let’s just say the tumbleweeds weren’t the only thing rollin’. Riley Jackson, sittin’ between those two powder kegs, wisely ducked out in 3rd before the sparks really flew.

30 players and 4 rebuys
1st - 630
2nd - 378
3rd - 315
4th - 252
5th - 221
6th - 189
7th - 158
8th - 126
9th - 95

ROSS MOULD WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Ross Mould rode into town last night just to collect a refund (had nothin’ to do with the league), but instead of ridin’ off into the sunset, he holstered up at the tables—and walked out the big winner! WTG Ross! Last year’s champ dusted off his spurs and showed he’s still got the grit to claim the gold. He won’t be saddlin’ up for this Sunday’s Championship, but he swears he’ll be back soon to stake his claim and reclaim that crown.

It was a long, dusty trail of a night, with blinds stampedin’ up to 30K/60K and a hard-fought duel at heads-up. Amit Jhamb, a regular gunslinger in the top ten, battled his way to 2nd place. And on the busiest night yet of the Harvest Moon Showdown, David Terceira wrangled 3rd place for himself.

47 players and 5 rebuys
1st - 720
2nd - 432
3rd - 360
4th - 288
5th - 252
6th - 216
7th - 180
8th - 144
9th - 108
10th - 72
11th - 58
12th - 51
13th - 44

ROSS MOULD WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Ross Mould rode into town last night just to collect a refund (had nothin’ to do with the league), but instead of ridin’ off into the sunset, he holstered up at the tables—and walked out the big winner! WTG Ross! Last year’s champ dusted off his spurs and showed he’s still got the grit to claim the gold. He won’t be saddlin’ up for this Sunday’s Championship, but he swears he’ll be back soon to stake his claim and reclaim that crown.

It was a long, dusty trail of a night, with blinds stampedin’ up to 30K/60K and a hard-fought duel at heads-up. Amit Jhamb, a regular gunslinger in the top ten, battled his way to 2nd place. And on the busiest night yet of the Harvest Moon Showdown, David Terceira wrangled 3rd place for himself.

47 players and 5 rebuys
1st - 720
2nd - 432
3rd - 360
4th - 288
5th - 252
6th - 216
7th - 180
8th - 144
9th - 108
10th - 72
11th - 58
12th - 51
13th - 44

JEREMY PACZUSKI WINS AT BROWN BARREL

We’re only three deals into this here Harvest Moon Showdown, but the dust’s already kickin’ and the competition’s hotter’n a branding iron. Last night the saloon was packed tighter than a cattle drive at dawn — busiest night we’ve seen this whole season. With the Dog Days crown still hangin’ out yonder, every card-slinger in town’s sharpenin’ their spurs for next Sunday’s big gunfight.

One hombre in particular came loaded for bear — Jeremy Paczuski. He didn’t just win, he flat-out lassoed that pot and rode it clean outta Dodge! WTG Jeremy! When the chips were down and the six-shooters drawn, he dispatched Dog Days waitlist wrangler Wannie Armes in a single, thunder-crack hand o’ heads-up poker.

And don’t go forgettin’ about Lesli Gladstone — one of the Dog Days’ top seven sharpshooters. She stood tall, fought hard, and claimed herself a third-place finish before ridin’ off into the night.

39 players and 6 rebuys
1st - 685
2nd - 411
3rd - 343
4th - 274
5th - 240
6th - 206
7th - 172
8th - 137
9th - 103
10th - 69
11th - 55
12th - 48

JEREMY PACZUSKI WINS AT BROWN BARREL

We’re only three deals into this here Harvest Moon Showdown, but the dust’s already kickin’ and the competition’s hotter’n a branding iron. Last night the saloon was packed tighter than a cattle drive at dawn — busiest night we’ve seen this whole season. With the Dog Days crown still hangin’ out yonder, every card-slinger in town’s sharpenin’ their spurs for next Sunday’s big gunfight.

One hombre in particular came loaded for bear — Jeremy Paczuski. He didn’t just win, he flat-out lassoed that pot and rode it clean outta Dodge! WTG Jeremy! When the chips were down and the six-shooters drawn, he dispatched Dog Days waitlist wrangler Wannie Armes in a single, thunder-crack hand o’ heads-up poker.

And don’t go forgettin’ about Lesli Gladstone — one of the Dog Days’ top seven sharpshooters. She stood tall, fought hard, and claimed herself a third-place finish before ridin’ off into the night.

39 players and 6 rebuys
1st - 685
2nd - 411
3rd - 343
4th - 274
5th - 240
6th - 206
7th - 172
8th - 137
9th - 103
10th - 69
11th - 55
12th - 48

SOPHIE BURROWS WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Last night’s heads-up duel was one for the history books, and the gunslinger who walked away with the gold was Sophie Burrows! Tip your hat, folks—WTG Sophie!

It was just her and me at the final table, and like a true sharpshooter she stared me down, waited for her spots, and with a little luck from the heavens, shot my heads-up starting 4-to-1 chip lead right out from under me. At one point, she was down to half a big blind—one bullet left in the chamber—and still managed to fight her way back after a river miracle. I swear, the poker gods dealt me a crooked hand last night.

Across about 15 heads-up hands I drew my iron strong—44, JJ, KK, even AA—but Sophie holstered her cards each time, not giving me a shot. Then came the showdown I’ll never forget. I held 77—my favorite pair, my birthday (7/7), and on that very day I’d had another 7 branded on my arm. Sophie? She was holding A8—the Dead Man’s Hand, the very namesake of my league. No way I could lose, right?

We shoved our stacks in pre-flop and I spread 4-8-8 across the felt, near enough to spell my doom. I muttered I still had one way out—a 7—but the turn brought another 4 and left me stone-cold dead before the river. My stack was gutted, and the rest was a slow ride to Boot Hill.

Hats off to Sophie—she played it like a true outlaw. She even told me the only other victory she’s ever claimed was another heads-up with me—one I’d won back then. Guess it was only fair she got her revenge under the bright lights this time.

As for the rest of the posse: Steve Durham rode into 2nd place on the eve of his birthday, but his AK ran headfirst into my pocket Jacks. Judy Webster took 3rd, steady as ever. And to all the folks I sent packing—my apologies. Hopefully the reward cards I dealt out softened the sting of the bullets.

30 players and 3 rebuys
1st - 625
2nd - 375
3rd - 313
4th - 250
5th - 219
6th - 188
7th - 157
8th - 125
9th - 94

SOPHIE BURROWS WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Last night’s heads-up duel was one for the history books, and the gunslinger who walked away with the gold was Sophie Burrows! Tip your hat, folks—WTG Sophie!

It was just her and me at the final table, and like a true sharpshooter she stared me down, waited for her spots, and with a little luck from the heavens, shot my heads-up starting 4-to-1 chip lead right out from under me. At one point, she was down to half a big blind—one bullet left in the chamber—and still managed to fight her way back after a river miracle. I swear, the poker gods dealt me a crooked hand last night.

Across about 15 heads-up hands I drew my iron strong—44, JJ, KK, even AA—but Sophie holstered her cards each time, not giving me a shot. Then came the showdown I’ll never forget. I held 77—my favorite pair, my birthday (7/7), and on that very day I’d had another 7 branded on my arm. Sophie? She was holding A8—the Dead Man’s Hand, the very namesake of my league. No way I could lose, right?

We shoved our stacks in pre-flop and I spread 4-8-8 across the felt, near enough to spell my doom. I muttered I still had one way out—a 7—but the turn brought another 4 and left me stone-cold dead before the river. My stack was gutted, and the rest was a slow ride to Boot Hill.

Hats off to Sophie—she played it like a true outlaw. She even told me the only other victory she’s ever claimed was another heads-up with me—one I’d won back then. Guess it was only fair she got her revenge under the bright lights this time.

As for the rest of the posse: Steve Durham rode into 2nd place on the eve of his birthday, but his AK ran headfirst into my pocket Jacks. Judy Webster took 3rd, steady as ever. And to all the folks I sent packing—my apologies. Hopefully the reward cards I dealt out softened the sting of the bullets.

30 players and 3 rebuys
1st - 625
2nd - 375
3rd - 313
4th - 250
5th - 219
6th - 188
7th - 157
8th - 125
9th - 94

DAN O'NEILL WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Howdy, folks! Our fresh season the Harvest Moon Showdown has kicked off, and we've got our first gunslinger claimin' the top spot on the leaderboard—none other than Dan O'Neill! Yeehaw and well done, Dan! He darn near lassoed that wildcard victory last Thursday, missin' the cutoff for the Dog Days Championship by a hair's breadth (invites rustled up and sent out today, partners), but this here season, he's ridin' high and shootin' straight! Hot on his heels with a mighty fine start are second-place trailblazer Pat Butera and third-place sharpshooter Matt Clayman.

36 players and 6 rebuys
1st - 670
2nd - 402
3rd - 335
4th - 268
5th - 235
6th - 201
7th - 168
8th - 134
9th - 101
10th - 67
11th - 54

DAN O'NEILL WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Howdy, folks! Our fresh season the Harvest Moon Showdown has kicked off, and we've got our first gunslinger claimin' the top spot on the leaderboard—none other than Dan O'Neill! Yeehaw and well done, Dan! He darn near lassoed that wildcard victory last Thursday, missin' the cutoff for the Dog Days Championship by a hair's breadth (invites rustled up and sent out today, partners), but this here season, he's ridin' high and shootin' straight! Hot on his heels with a mighty fine start are second-place trailblazer Pat Butera and third-place sharpshooter Matt Clayman.

36 players and 6 rebuys
1st - 670
2nd - 402
3rd - 335
4th - 268
5th - 235
6th - 201
7th - 168
8th - 134
9th - 101
10th - 67
11th - 54

LESLEY WEBB WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Wildcard #2 and the last event of The Dog Days is now history! Sadly, no one picked up the wildcard this time, as none of the hopefuls reached the final table. Closest was Shilpa Nathwani, who bowed out in 9th—so close! But rules are rules: no final table means no wildcard. That leaves only Paul Bishop, our first wildcard winner, joining the now 63 qualified players in The Dog Days Championship.

But wildcard or not, we still had to crown a champion—and the night belonged to the one and only Lesley Webb. Radiant, brilliant, breathtaking Lesley, the love of my life, captured her second win of the season! WTG Lesley! With her victory, she not only showed her skill and grace but also soared into 8th place overall. That secures her the benefit of the button at the 8th table of The Dog Days Championship. Honestly, how lucky are we to witness her shine? (And before anyone yells “rigged”—I didn’t even deal the final table, so you can put that in a sock!)

2nd place went to Derek Ritchie and 3rd to Roberto Ragona.

Meanwhile, the race for 1st overall came down to the wire. John Elgersman entered the night barely ahead, but missed the final table. His closest challengers all made it deep, but bowed out in 4th, 5th, and 6th. And wouldn’t you know it—Norm Gaudette, despite busting with pocket aces (after limping, I’ll note), earned enough in 4th to jump into 1st overall. By just 110 points, Norm is officially our Dog Days points leader. WTG Norm!

Invites for The Dog Days Championship and The Stay and Play Championship go out tomorrow—check your inbox, or peek at the website for final standings if you can’t wait.

But make no mistake—the true highlight of the night, the heart of the story, is Lesley Webb: a champion, a force, and the most beautiful woman in the world.

51 players and 8 rebuys
1st - 755
2nd - 453
3rd - 378
4th - 302
5th - 265
6th - 227
7th - 189
8th - 151
9th - 114
10th - 76
11th - 61
12th - 53
13th - 46
14th - 46
15th - 46

LESLEY WEBB WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Wildcard #2 and the last event of The Dog Days is now history! Sadly, no one picked up the wildcard this time, as none of the hopefuls reached the final table. Closest was Shilpa Nathwani, who bowed out in 9th—so close! But rules are rules: no final table means no wildcard. That leaves only Paul Bishop, our first wildcard winner, joining the now 63 qualified players in The Dog Days Championship.

But wildcard or not, we still had to crown a champion—and the night belonged to the one and only Lesley Webb. Radiant, brilliant, breathtaking Lesley, the love of my life, captured her second win of the season! WTG Lesley! With her victory, she not only showed her skill and grace but also soared into 8th place overall. That secures her the benefit of the button at the 8th table of The Dog Days Championship. Honestly, how lucky are we to witness her shine? (And before anyone yells “rigged”—I didn’t even deal the final table, so you can put that in a sock!)

2nd place went to Derek Ritchie and 3rd to Roberto Ragona.

Meanwhile, the race for 1st overall came down to the wire. John Elgersman entered the night barely ahead, but missed the final table. His closest challengers all made it deep, but bowed out in 4th, 5th, and 6th. And wouldn’t you know it—Norm Gaudette, despite busting with pocket aces (after limping, I’ll note), earned enough in 4th to jump into 1st overall. By just 110 points, Norm is officially our Dog Days points leader. WTG Norm!

Invites for The Dog Days Championship and The Stay and Play Championship go out tomorrow—check your inbox, or peek at the website for final standings if you can’t wait.

But make no mistake—the true highlight of the night, the heart of the story, is Lesley Webb: a champion, a force, and the most beautiful woman in the world.

51 players and 8 rebuys
1st - 755
2nd - 453
3rd - 378
4th - 302
5th - 265
6th - 227
7th - 189
8th - 151
9th - 114
10th - 76
11th - 61
12th - 53
13th - 46
14th - 46
15th - 46

Tonight at Carrigan Arms it's Wildcard #2 of 2 and the last event of The Dog Days!

A wildcard spot can be earned by the player who meets all of the following requirements:
-has 8 appearances by the end of the season
-is outside the top 62 (including any points earned in wildcard events)
-makes the final table of a wildcard event
-lasts longer than any other wildcard hopefuls

You don't need to win, but it won't be a walk in the park! So, bring your A-game! Did I mention we'll be drawing for tables? Don't get too comfy before I get there and good luck!

Tonight at Carrigan Arms it's Wildcard #2 of 2 and the last event of The Dog Days!

A wildcard spot can be earned by the player who meets all of the following requirements:
-has 8 appearances by the end of the season
-is outside the top 62 (including any points earned in wildcard events)
-makes the final table of a wildcard event
-lasts longer than any other wildcard hopefuls

You don't need to win, but it won't be a walk in the park! So, bring your A-game! Did I mention we'll be drawing for tables? Don't get too comfy before I get there and good luck!

🚨***NEW WINNER ALERT***🚨
PAUL BISHOP WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Wildcard #1 is in the books! Incredibly, 7 of the final 12 players — including the last 5 standing — all needed the wildcard to stay alive. In the end, it was Paul “Red” Bishop who rose to the top, locking up both the win and the wildcard. WTG Red! It's also Paul's first ever win with Dead Man's Hand Poker!

This victory secures Paul a seat in the Dog Days Championship despite sitting 91st overall. After battling through an injury and a hospital stay earlier this summer, it’s great to see him punch his ticket this way.

Runner-up Wannee Armes and 3rd-place finisher Dan O’Neill also needed the wildcard, and their strong showings moved them into a tie for 68th overall. Still, it looks like they’ll need one more push on Sunday to make the finals.

One last wildcard remains Sunday night — and with over 50 players still chasing it, the action is going to be wild. Don’t miss it!

40 players and 8 rebuys
1st - 700
2nd - 420
3rd - 350
4th - 280
5th - 245
6th - 210
7th - 175
8th - 140
9th - 105
10th - 70
11th - 56
12th - 49

🚨***NEW WINNER ALERT***🚨
PAUL BISHOP WINS AT BROWN BARREL

Wildcard #1 is in the books! Incredibly, 7 of the final 12 players — including the last 5 standing — all needed the wildcard to stay alive. In the end, it was Paul “Red” Bishop who rose to the top, locking up both the win and the wildcard. WTG Red! It's also Paul's first ever win with Dead Man's Hand Poker!

This victory secures Paul a seat in the Dog Days Championship despite sitting 91st overall. After battling through an injury and a hospital stay earlier this summer, it’s great to see him punch his ticket this way.

Runner-up Wannee Armes and 3rd-place finisher Dan O’Neill also needed the wildcard, and their strong showings moved them into a tie for 68th overall. Still, it looks like they’ll need one more push on Sunday to make the finals.

One last wildcard remains Sunday night — and with over 50 players still chasing it, the action is going to be wild. Don’t miss it!

40 players and 8 rebuys
1st - 700
2nd - 420
3rd - 350
4th - 280
5th - 245
6th - 210
7th - 175
8th - 140
9th - 105
10th - 70
11th - 56
12th - 49

Tonight at Brown Barrel it's Wildcard #1 of 2

A wildcard spot can be earned by the player who meets all of the following requirements:
-has 8 appearances by the end of the season
-is outside the top 62 (including any points earned in wildcard events)
-makes the final table of a wildcard event
-lasts longer than any other wildcard hopefuls

You don't need to win, but it won't be a walk in the park! So, bring your A-game! Did I mention we'll be drawing for tables? Don't get too comfy before I get there and good luck!

Tonight at Brown Barrel it's Wildcard #1 of 2

A wildcard spot can be earned by the player who meets all of the following requirements:
-has 8 appearances by the end of the season
-is outside the top 62 (including any points earned in wildcard events)
-makes the final table of a wildcard event
-lasts longer than any other wildcard hopefuls

You don't need to win, but it won't be a walk in the park! So, bring your A-game! Did I mention we'll be drawing for tables? Don't get too comfy before I get there and good luck!

VINCE LUYKENAAR WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

In the final regular event of our Dog Days series, Vince Luykenaar (shown here with two fellow gang members) dominated the competition to claim victory! Way to go, Vince. Yet, in a clear sign of our league's fierce rivalry, even his impressive win plus 10 bounties wasn't quite enough to lock in his championship qualification—so it looks like he'll need to battle it out in one of our upcoming wildcard tournaments on Thursday or Sunday. Second place went to Matt Clayman, following a truly brutal bad beat on the final hand (we'll spare the details to avoid reopening that wound). Those points, however, boosted Matt into third overall, keeping him well within reach of the season's points title. Meanwhile, Monday's champ Jonathan Waldman notched another strong podium with third place, which should solidify his berth in the championship.

Did I mention we tied our record for attendance and set one for Stay & Plays with 7?!

58 players and 7 rebuys
1st - 785
2nd - 471
3rd - 393
4th - 314
5th - 275
6th - 236
7th - 197
8th - 157
9th - 118
10th - 79
11th - 63
12th - 55
13th - 48
14th - 48
15th - 48
16th - 48

VINCE LUYKENAAR WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

In the final regular event of our Dog Days series, Vince Luykenaar (shown here with two fellow gang members) dominated the competition to claim victory! Way to go, Vince. Yet, in a clear sign of our league's fierce rivalry, even his impressive win plus 10 bounties wasn't quite enough to lock in his championship qualification—so it looks like he'll need to battle it out in one of our upcoming wildcard tournaments on Thursday or Sunday. Second place went to Matt Clayman, following a truly brutal bad beat on the final hand (we'll spare the details to avoid reopening that wound). Those points, however, boosted Matt into third overall, keeping him well within reach of the season's points title. Meanwhile, Monday's champ Jonathan Waldman notched another strong podium with third place, which should solidify his berth in the championship.

Did I mention we tied our record for attendance and set one for Stay & Plays with 7?!

58 players and 7 rebuys
1st - 785
2nd - 471
3rd - 393
4th - 314
5th - 275
6th - 236
7th - 197
8th - 157
9th - 118
10th - 79
11th - 63
12th - 55
13th - 48
14th - 48
15th - 48
16th - 48

JONATHAN WALDMAN WINS AT BROWN BARREL

After a bit of a drought, Jonathan Waldman is back in the winner’s circle! WTG Jonathan! His victory plus 11 bounties gave him a much-needed boost, but he’s still sitting in 65th place—so if he wants to see Championship Sunday, the grind continues.

Lawrence Pagee picked the perfect time for a runner-up finish, climbing to 53rd and sitting somewhat comfortable for The Dog Days Championship. Will it hold? Time will tell.

Meanwhile, Tom Whattam rounded out the top three, already locked for finals and now just padding his stats.

Only three events remain, including wildcard nights on Thursday and Sunday. Expect big turnouts—plenty of players outside the top 62 can still crash the party. Show up, or risk being knocked out!

44 players and 8 rebuys
1st - 720
2nd - 432
3rd - 360
4th - 288
5th - 252
6th - 216
7th - 180
8th - 144
9th - 108
10th - 72
11th - 58
12th - 51
13th - 44

JONATHAN WALDMAN WINS AT BROWN BARREL

After a bit of a drought, Jonathan Waldman is back in the winner’s circle! WTG Jonathan! His victory plus 11 bounties gave him a much-needed boost, but he’s still sitting in 65th place—so if he wants to see Championship Sunday, the grind continues.

Lawrence Pagee picked the perfect time for a runner-up finish, climbing to 53rd and sitting somewhat comfortable for The Dog Days Championship. Will it hold? Time will tell.

Meanwhile, Tom Whattam rounded out the top three, already locked for finals and now just padding his stats.

Only three events remain, including wildcard nights on Thursday and Sunday. Expect big turnouts—plenty of players outside the top 62 can still crash the party. Show up, or risk being knocked out!

44 players and 8 rebuys
1st - 720
2nd - 432
3rd - 360
4th - 288
5th - 252
6th - 216
7th - 180
8th - 144
9th - 108
10th - 72
11th - 58
12th - 51
13th - 44

RAY NATHWANI WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Exactly one month and one day after his first victory in his debut at Dead Man's Hand Poker, Ray Nathwani strikes again with his second triumph of the season! Way to go, Ray! He utterly commanded the tournament, amassing a remarkable 15 bounties along the way. In a bold twist, Ray opted for 15 reward cards in lieu of the 450 points those bounties could have earned him—which would have vaulted him to 64th place, leaving him just over 100 points shy of qualifying for the championship with four games remaining. Now, he'll have to bridge a gap of nearly 600 points instead. Maybe he's got other plans for Championship Sunday. Second-place finisher Rochelle Matte couldn't quite reel in Ray, but this strong showing likely solidifies her spot in the overall top ten. Third-place Dave Burrows appears to have his championship berth firmly secured. A big thanks to Pat Butera for stepping up to deal the final table while I handled the rest of the teardown!

49 players and 3 rebuys
1st - 720
2nd - 432
3rd - 360
4th - 288
5th - 252
6th - 216
7th - 180
8th - 144
9th - 108
10th - 72
11th - 58
12th - 51
13th - 44

RAY NATHWANI WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Exactly one month and one day after his first victory in his debut at Dead Man's Hand Poker, Ray Nathwani strikes again with his second triumph of the season! Way to go, Ray! He utterly commanded the tournament, amassing a remarkable 15 bounties along the way. In a bold twist, Ray opted for 15 reward cards in lieu of the 450 points those bounties could have earned him—which would have vaulted him to 64th place, leaving him just over 100 points shy of qualifying for the championship with four games remaining. Now, he'll have to bridge a gap of nearly 600 points instead. Maybe he's got other plans for Championship Sunday. Second-place finisher Rochelle Matte couldn't quite reel in Ray, but this strong showing likely solidifies her spot in the overall top ten. Third-place Dave Burrows appears to have his championship berth firmly secured. A big thanks to Pat Butera for stepping up to deal the final table while I handled the rest of the teardown!

49 players and 3 rebuys
1st - 720
2nd - 432
3rd - 360
4th - 288
5th - 252
6th - 216
7th - 180
8th - 144
9th - 108
10th - 72
11th - 58
12th - 51
13th - 44

Dead Man's Hand Poker Standings - The Dog Days - Updated 08/22/2025

Dead Man's Hand Poker Standings - The Dog Days - Updated 08/22/2025

🚨***NEW WINNER ALERT***🚨
ROBERT WEBER WINS AT BROWN BARREL

What a night! In only his third appearance, Robert Weber scored his first-ever Dead Man’s Hand Poker victory! He stormed back from behind to dethrone chip leader Tim Nason, shutting down Tim’s quest for a third win this season. Roberto Ragona battled his way to 3rd, bowing out after a wild hand that saw two players sent packing. And how about John Elgersman? A 5th-place finish was all he needed to snatch back the overall lead—after just one night! With five events still on the schedule, the chase for the crown is heating up, and half a dozen players are still in striking distance!

41 players and 6 rebuys
1st - 695
2nd - 417
3rd - 348
4th - 278
5th - 244
6th - 209
7th - 174
8th - 139
9th - 105
10th - 70
11th - 56
12th - 49

🚨***NEW WINNER ALERT***🚨
ROBERT WEBER WINS AT BROWN BARREL

What a night! In only his third appearance, Robert Weber scored his first-ever Dead Man’s Hand Poker victory! He stormed back from behind to dethrone chip leader Tim Nason, shutting down Tim’s quest for a third win this season. Roberto Ragona battled his way to 3rd, bowing out after a wild hand that saw two players sent packing. And how about John Elgersman? A 5th-place finish was all he needed to snatch back the overall lead—after just one night! With five events still on the schedule, the chase for the crown is heating up, and half a dozen players are still in striking distance!

41 players and 6 rebuys
1st - 695
2nd - 417
3rd - 348
4th - 278
5th - 244
6th - 209
7th - 174
8th - 139
9th - 105
10th - 70
11th - 56
12th - 49

BEV TERCEIRA WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Last night, I had to skip out on hosting duties to celebrate my best friend's birthday (happy 59th, Shai!). Bev and Dave Terceira stepped up in my place, and wouldn't you know it—the poker gods decided to make it our most packed night yet! From what I hear, they crushed it running the show. I swung by later (snagging my first 15 fake Stay & Play points of the season), but I hung back and let them wrap things up, so I missed some of the juicy details. That said, I've got the final standings right here, and the champ was... double-checks ...Bev Terceira?! No way—totally legit, I'm sure! Congrats, Bev on your second win this season! Annie Bodner grabbed 2nd, while Saarthak Malhotra rounded out the podium in 3rd. Meanwhile, Rob Gracie came oh-so-close to a Carrigan Arms three-peat but settled for 5th—still enough to vault him into the overall lead! Nice work, Rob! With just five events remaining, can he keep that top spot locked down?

58 players and 9 rebuys
1st - 795
2nd - 477
3rd - 398
4th - 318
5th - 278
6th - 239
7th - 199
8th - 159
9th - 119
10th - 80
11th - 64
12th - 56
13th - 48
14th - 48
15th - 48
16th - 48

BEV TERCEIRA WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

Last night, I had to skip out on hosting duties to celebrate my best friend's birthday (happy 59th, Shai!). Bev and Dave Terceira stepped up in my place, and wouldn't you know it—the poker gods decided to make it our most packed night yet! From what I hear, they crushed it running the show. I swung by later (snagging my first 15 fake Stay & Play points of the season), but I hung back and let them wrap things up, so I missed some of the juicy details. That said, I've got the final standings right here, and the champ was... double-checks ...Bev Terceira?! No way—totally legit, I'm sure! Congrats, Bev on your second win this season! Annie Bodner grabbed 2nd, while Saarthak Malhotra rounded out the podium in 3rd. Meanwhile, Rob Gracie came oh-so-close to a Carrigan Arms three-peat but settled for 5th—still enough to vault him into the overall lead! Nice work, Rob! With just five events remaining, can he keep that top spot locked down?

58 players and 9 rebuys
1st - 795
2nd - 477
3rd - 398
4th - 318
5th - 278
6th - 239
7th - 199
8th - 159
9th - 119
10th - 80
11th - 64
12th - 56
13th - 48
14th - 48
15th - 48
16th - 48

PATRICK SMITH WINS AT BROWN BARREL

In just one day, the season's top win count is tied once again, as Patrick Smith claims his third victory! Way to go, Patrick! If only you hadn't "Jimmed" that one event, you might have been out front alone with four wins! Ah well! Giordan Kovacs delivered a strong second-place showing and joined Patrick for the winner's snapshot. Oddly enough, he skipped the sunglasses during the round—they were strictly for the photo op! Lionel Matte capped off the podium with third place, earning his second top-three finish in back-to-back days.

45 players and 7 rebuys
1st - 720
2nd - 432
3rd - 360
4th - 288
5th - 252
6th - 216
7th - 180
8th - 144
9th - 108
10th - 72
11th - 58
12th - 51
13th - 44

PATRICK SMITH WINS AT BROWN BARREL

In just one day, the season's top win count is tied once again, as Patrick Smith claims his third victory! Way to go, Patrick! If only you hadn't "Jimmed" that one event, you might have been out front alone with four wins! Ah well! Giordan Kovacs delivered a strong second-place showing and joined Patrick for the winner's snapshot. Oddly enough, he skipped the sunglasses during the round—they were strictly for the photo op! Lionel Matte capped off the podium with third place, earning his second top-three finish in back-to-back days.

45 players and 7 rebuys
1st - 720
2nd - 432
3rd - 360
4th - 288
5th - 252
6th - 216
7th - 180
8th - 144
9th - 108
10th - 72
11th - 58
12th - 51
13th - 44

ROB GRACIE WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

It's deja vu all over again as Rob Gracie notches back-to-back victories at Carrigan Arms! Way to go, Rob! On top of that, he's shattered the 15-way deadlock for the season's most wins by claiming his third triumph. Can he hang onto that lead with just eight events left on the calendar? Plus, Rob's surged into second place overall, now breathing down John's neck in first. Talk about peaking at the perfect moment! Lionel Matte gave it everything he had in a gutsy performance, but second place was as far as it went for him today. As for Eileen Grady and me, we locked horns at the final table—she came gunning for me right from the jump. She built a towering chip stack while I was clinging to life with just three chips, but I clawed my way back until we both bowed out on the exact same hand. Guess who had a few more chips? That's right—me! Take that, Eileen! Technically, that landed me in third, but since I don't chase points, Eileen scoops up all those third-place goodies instead.

44 players and 5 rebuys
1st - 705
2nd - 423
3rd - 353
4th - 282
5th - 247
6th - 212
7th - 177
8th - 141
9th - 106
10th - 71
11th - 57
12th - 50
13th - 43

ROB GRACIE WINS AT CARRIGAN ARMS

It's deja vu all over again as Rob Gracie notches back-to-back victories at Carrigan Arms! Way to go, Rob! On top of that, he's shattered the 15-way deadlock for the season's most wins by claiming his third triumph. Can he hang onto that lead with just eight events left on the calendar? Plus, Rob's surged into second place overall, now breathing down John's neck in first. Talk about peaking at the perfect moment! Lionel Matte gave it everything he had in a gutsy performance, but second place was as far as it went for him today. As for Eileen Grady and me, we locked horns at the final table—she came gunning for me right from the jump. She built a towering chip stack while I was clinging to life with just three chips, but I clawed my way back until we both bowed out on the exact same hand. Guess who had a few more chips? That's right—me! Take that, Eileen! Technically, that landed me in third, but since I don't chase points, Eileen scoops up all those third-place goodies instead.

44 players and 5 rebuys
1st - 705
2nd - 423
3rd - 353
4th - 282
5th - 247
6th - 212
7th - 177
8th - 141
9th - 106
10th - 71
11th - 57
12th - 50
13th - 43

Dead Man's Hand Poker Standings - The Dog Days - Updated 08/15/2025

Dead Man's Hand Poker Standings - The Dog Days - Updated 08/15/2025

JOHN ELGERSMAN WINS AT BROWN BARREL

John Elgersman became our FIFTEENTH two-time winner this season—congrats, John! In a stunning display of skill, luck, and talent, he racked up SEVENTEEN BOUNTIES, converting them into points to surge into 1st place overall, overtaking Norm, who held the lead for just three days. With only nine events left, can John maintain his lead? He bested Harry Meloche heads-up, while Tom Whattam mirrored his brother Jeff’s Monday performance with a 3rd-place finish.

41 players and 6 rebuys
1st - 695
2nd - 417
3rd - 348
4th - 278
5th - 244
6th - 209
7th - 174
8th - 139
9th - 105
10th - 70
11th - 56
12th - 49

JOHN ELGERSMAN WINS AT BROWN BARREL

John Elgersman became our FIFTEENTH two-time winner this season—congrats, John! In a stunning display of skill, luck, and talent, he racked up SEVENTEEN BOUNTIES, converting them into points to surge into 1st place overall, overtaking Norm, who held the lead for just three days. With only nine events left, can John maintain his lead? He bested Harry Meloche heads-up, while Tom Whattam mirrored his brother Jeff’s Monday performance with a 3rd-place finish.

41 players and 6 rebuys
1st - 695
2nd - 417
3rd - 348
4th - 278
5th - 244
6th - 209
7th - 174
8th - 139
9th - 105
10th - 70
11th - 56
12th - 49

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