Eric Lindgren
Here is the first interview with Eric Lindgren discussing the Final Table fiasco with Scotty Nguyen. I thought Eric was very kind and classy in how he handled the situation when it happened and he does the same in the interview.
Take a listen:
Brian “SBrugby” Townsend, a well respected Full Tilt red pro, has admitted to using multiple accounts on both PokerStars and Full Tilt. Full Tilt has already suspended Brian from Red Pro status over the next six months. PokerStars has yet to make a decision as to what course of action to take.
This is really starting to get under my skin. First, it seems that people, no matter what the profession, seem to always want to win at any cost. That is simply not part of my make up. If I cannot win fair and square I want no part of spoils of victory. There is no pride in winning something when you violate the rules. In this case the rules are clear.
Second, I happen to like Brian Townsend and respect his game. He has done well both online and in high stakes live cash games. A player of his caliber has no business cheating to begin with. It cheapens his brand and only brings more scrutiny to an already tedious situation with online poker.
Multi-accounting is clearly outlawed in the terms of service for all of the major sites. It’s puzzling that he would even attempt this considering he has a lot more to lose than to gain from making such a dumb decision. To his credit Townsend did come out with an apology and alleges that he never used the accounts for collusion. Obviously that is up to those that play with him whether that is true or not. The following is a brief excerpt from Brians public apology:
Brian "SBrugby" Townsend
“I hope that people can not only look to me for poker education but also for the way to live their lives. I made a mistake and I am willing to take responsibility for it. I am willing to stand up and face the music. I apologize to entire the online community. I will never partake in this type of activity in the future. This post should act as a full admission of my guilt, and I sincerely apologize to anyone that I’ve wronged.”
Justin “ZeeJustin” Bonomo was busted by PokerStars last year for the same offense. Justin is now with Bodog.
High Stakes DB
If you are like me you enjoy reading and watching some of the high stakes online poker action. Players like Phil Ivey, Tom Durr, David Benyamine, and many others are frequently online playing big pot after big pot. Well, I have found a site where you can keep track of the high stakes online action.
It’s called High Stakes DB.
Here you will find the latest online reports, interviews, and hand replays. There is also a forum for members to participate in. High Stakes DB also gives you daily reports on the biggest online losers and winners along with hand replays that allow you to see the action and how it played out. The link is posted below.
I hope everyone is doing well at the tables and enjoying the last few weeks of warm weather. As usual I have been hard at work with Do or Die Poker as well as a few other projects with 777.com.
I thought I would take a moment to let you know about my blog on 777.com and the press release they just did. Their will be more publicity coming for the blog and we are pleased with the progress thus far. As with any blog it is a labor of love and takes a lot of work to get things going. The link is posted below.
Do or Die Poker’s Curtom writes blog for 777.com
I know that this entire UIGEA thing has been bounced around for two years now with no resolution in site. However, I wonder if the Poker Players Alliance is really making progress or are we just seeing a move being made for the sake of getting more constituents? Therein lies the key to this entire deal to me. I want to see some action on both sides to get rid of this foolish law and allow US poker players to play wherever they like.
It will be some time after the election before we can determine if this is real or not in my opinion. At this point it is all rhetoric with very little substance until word comes down from the PPA that a change in the law for US players is pending. In the mean time I suppose we can at least consider it a small victory that we have come this far. Therefor, I believe we must commend the PPA and Former Senator Alfonse D’Amato, current PPA Chairman, for their on-going efforts to get this situation corrected post haste. Kudos to the PPA for keeping it’s eye on the prize.
Scary!
Here is another article that chronicles the Scotty Nguyen tirade. This article also includes an apology from the “prince of poker” for whatever it’s worth to the fans he has left.
No Call on Scotty Nguyen Magnifies Flaw in WSOP Rules
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Hoyt Corkins
Hoyt Corkins, one of my favorite poker players, home was robbed this past weekend. Many of his prized possessions were stolen in this robbery but no one was hurt. Corkins was on vacation at the time. Read the entire story below courtesy of PokerNews.
Hoyt Corkins Las Vegas Home Robbed.
Matt Savage
I posted a few days ago about the entire Scotty Nguyen fiasco at the 2008 WSOP H.O.R.S.E. final table but I really needed to get this information to Do or Die Poker readers. This is a response to the antics of Scotty Nguyen from none other than respected tournament director Matt Savage.
Thoughts on Scotty Nguyen’s HORSE Final Table.
Scotty Nguyen
I know it may sound harsh but I am still in shock. Yesterday I was reading a post from my good friend at Poker Room Hustle and I clicked play on the video of Scotty winning the 50K H.O.R.S.E. event. Boy was I disappointed in Scotty. He was clearly drunk and extremely obnoxious. Not only that but he managed to hurl insults at Eric Lindgren whom I have never witnessed getting into it with anyone - at least not on TV.
Scotty is charming and indeed entertaining at the table but he crossed the line. The same goes for Layne Flack who also appeared to be drunk as well from the rail. If you have not seen the footage I have posted the link for you to view.
Remember, be good to the game and the game will be good to you. Conduct yourself with class at the tables for all of our sakes.
Scotty if you are reading this please get some help. I believe you have demonstrated for the entire world to see that you clearly have a drinking problem.
Scotty Nguyen Drunk at Final Table
