OLYMPIA, Wash. — High school math teacher David Shick confessed his crime: playing poker online. Shick testified before the Washington Senate Commerce, Labor & Sports Committee this week that he ...

Mastering poker isn’t just about bluffing and bold moves — it’s about math. From pot odds and implied odds to quick mental shortcuts like the rule of two and four, this guide breaks down how top ...

In our first poker column, we discussed some of the basics of the game and why it is so much fun to play, no matter what the stakes. Of course, before you play, you should know the rules. There are ...

Cruel Math And Fickle Poker Gods By Bootie Cosgrove-Mather July 25, 2005 / 9:26 AM EDT / CBS This report by Ken Adams is part of a series for CBSNews.com chronicling his run at the 2005 World Series ...

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While the exact origins of Poker are somewhat unclear, it is still one of the most popular card games in the world. Poker is relatively easy to play, and yet it’s a common game at casinos and the ...

The advent and proliferation of online poker in the United States before Black Friday made for more knowledgeable poker players overall. Games have gotten tougher, players more sophisticated. Almost ...

Wednesday's guide introduces necessary basic poker math to help you advance in the game. "While poker is very much a game of skill and psychology, there is no escaping the math. Understanding the odds ...

Phil Hellmuth Jr. may be the world’s most decorated gambler, and when it comes to what old-timers call the Cadillac of poker — Texas hold ’em — his record 11 World Series of Poker championship ...