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Sean Chaffin

Sean Chaffin is an award-winning freelance writer, reporter, and editor in Ruidoso, New Mexico, and serves as site runner for USPoker.com and PokerScout.com. His work has appeared in numerous websites and publications. Sean has covered poker, gambling, and the casino industry for many years, but also writes about numerous other topics. Along with teaching writing and journalism for more than a decade, the Texas A&M University graduate has a deep background in newspaper and magazine publishing. Follow him on Twitter @PokerTraditions. For story tips, email him at [email protected].

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Play in Comedian Brad Garrett’s Celebrity Home Game; Check Out His Poker Tips

Sean Chaffin October 1, 2019 0 comments

Brad Garrett isn’t just a comedian, actor, and writer; he’s also a poker player. Not a very good one, poker player, that is, if you ask him.

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The WSOP Main Event kicks off on Sunday at WSOP.com.

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Happy Trails: Caesars Says Goodbye to Rio; What About WSOP?

Sean Chaffin September 26, 2019 0 comments

After months of rumor and speculation, Caesars makes it official and sells the Rio. What's next for the WSOP and poker in Nevada?

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As PA Online Poker Countdown Continues, Pro Hopes Big Things Lie Ahead

Sean Chaffin September 19, 2019 0 comments

Professional poker player Zach Gruneberg is one of many anxiously awaiting the launch of legal online poker in Pennsylvania.

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Why Daniel Negreanu’s Polls Aren’t Popular With Everyone In The Poker World

Sean Chaffin September 9, 2019 0 comments

Daniel Negreanu is no stranger to making news in the poker world. One of the biggest faces in poker recently took to Twitter with...

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Going Platinum in 2020: PokerStars Begins Platinum Pass Giveaway

Sean Chaffin August 27, 2019 0 comments

The Platinum Pass is back. PokerStars announced on Tuesday that the popular promotion would be returning for another year.

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The Gift Of Giving: Twitter Philanthropy Fills Poker Players’ Feeds

Sean Chaffin August 21, 2019 0 comments

Poker players are known to be a giving group and Twitter philanthropy is filling poker Twitter feeds as the latest giving craze.

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NJ Online Poker Grows in July; Revenue Still On A Roller Coaster

Sean Chaffin August 19, 2019 0 comments

It seems online poker growth has taken a backseat to sports betting. And despite the occasional uptick, online poker growth in New Jersey remains elusive.

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A MUG And A Chair: Poker Meetup Games Grow in Popularity

Sean Chaffin August 15, 2019 0 comments

US Poker is on an upswing and one type of game is grabbing attention – MUGs. “I think meetup games are great for poker," says Phil Hellmuth.

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There Is Hope for Online Poker in PA But Keep A Dose Of Patience Close

Sean Chaffin August 9, 2019 0 comments

Comments from Hollywood Casino and the PGCB point to online poker coming to PA soon. However, a history of slow roll-outs means some patience is in order.

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What Happens In Vegas: WSOP.com Explains Cash Out Delay

Sean Chaffin July 31, 2019 0 comments

Online poker players have taken to social media complaining of slow payouts from WSOP.com. Cash out delays should be resolved this week.

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