Playing at EVERY Atlantic City Poker Room! (That's Open) - Poker Vlog Ep.14

BRO IT WAS SUITED EP.14 - We head up to Atlantic City for the weekend and play poker at Harrah's, Tropicana, and Borgata! Overall a fantastic weekend. Most likely will be playing at Horseshoe Baltimore in the next video. Thank you all for the support and feel free to leave a comment on how you would have played any hand! I really appreciate the feedback! Thank you!

[@austinbonney6688]

Nice vlog man! I think you should definitely be playing the AK. I don’t remember if you said what the SPR was but I think it should be a jam. Just a little too passive to fold if you didn’t think he was a complete nit. Also, you should be using bigger sizes with your bets. Keep pumping out these vlogs!

[@ESPPoker]

Hi Austin thanks for the comment! Looking back at the preflop charts it should be a jam all in you are correct, and YES definitely one of my biggest weaknesses is my bet size. I think my plan next time I play is to really focus on proper bet sizing and not play so afraid! Thanks for the support!

[@jimmywheelz6721]

Borgata is the Spot!

[@ESPPoker]

Indeed! Such a nice casino

[@silasj.d16]

great vid broseph

[@ESPPoker]

Thank u Silas!

[@edwincos4278]

Nice vlog. 👍🏼 The K9s hand I would keep barreling turn. The Q hits your range a lot. The AK hand is tricky when I’m deep I would just flat a raise if there isn’t any limpers in between or call a 4bet. When 100bb or shorter I’m just 5 betting getting it in.

[@ESPPoker]

Thank you I appreciate the feedback!

[@user-cc9is6kt1n]

AC tingles

[@ESPPoker]

LOL I need to go back soon

[@matryan3532]

Great video, dude. As played, I would just rip the AK. I would’ve personally 3bet to 40-50, then you can just call a 4bet jam, or 5bet jam yourself if he click 4bets to like 120~. 1/3 hand selections are so weak by most opponents, we really have to be punishing with our 3bets, hence making them very big. So often at horseshoe someone will open to 15, and call my 55 3bet with like J9o it’s crazy. So maximize and play big pots with your premium hands. Now with that being said, you probably shouldn’t be pushing small edges 5betting AK all in if you don’t have a decent bankroll, so that’s another factor. But great vlog keep up the great work. And oh yeah, make it 25 in the BB with that AQ after the limps 😎

[@ESPPoker]

Hey Mat Thanks for the comment! Yea I really wasn't sure about why I folded the AK hand. I think It was I just really wanted to end the trip on a positive note but I should have played that better. Hopefully next time I play I really focus on bet sizing that seems to be the big problem of mine. As for Horseshoe, I need to get back there soon! I will definitely let you know when I am around so you can take a stab at my stack haha. Also, do you have any advice for playing AK post flop? Sometimes I don't know what to do when I see a 9 high board or something.

[@matryan3532]

@@ESPPoker I’m actually glad you said post flop with the AK, because after I wrote the comment, I was thinking that calling the $50 more is actually a viable option. If I remember correctly, we’re in position, correct? The problem so many people have with AK is they’re lost when they don’t flop a pair. But the real power behind AK is that it’s still strong on a lot of boards, ie: 744, 234, 55T etc. the real raggy ones. The 4better obviously has the range advantage, but our range is still pretty strong when we 3b/call. So boards where we flop gutters with our overs are great, like QT5, JT6 etc. And again, being that most 1/3 can’t size correctly (not to mention flop sizes should be extremely small in 4bet pots) , a lot of the time you’ll be able to realize your equity quite well. There’s $150 in the pot and villain might bet $45, and you can peel. Even though villains range is probably looking like JJ+ AQo+, you’d be surprised at how often someone will 4bet 55 or 9Tss or something. And we’ll be able to realize equity with positional advantage. Especially when the board comes 347 they cbet, check on 4 turn, and we can take it down with a bet since we have TT-QQ in our 3bet/call range. I could go on forever. Lemme know next time you’re going to horseshoe and we’ll kick it. It’s way easier to talk hands in person rather than typing haha.

[@ESPPoker]

Mat Ryan Haha thanks for the advice! And yes I was in position. I think I need to work on c bets in general. Hope to kick it soon!

[@dougmccuskerpoker]

On the hand with KKK on board, you had a tell. Before he called, you grabbed one card in your hand, this normally means you have a hand like an A. Bets and raises should be a little bigger, AK 3 bet should be 35-40. He might still 4 bet you, then you have a tough decision, if he is active, I would continue. If he looks nitty I may let it go depending on his raise size and stacks. Overall, I think your play is improving nicely, just size up a little on your raises.

[@ESPPoker]

Thanks for the comment Doug! Totally agree sizing is a big issue of mine and I appreciate the feedback. Also, with that AK3KK board he was actually very close to folding, then I decided to look at my cards and keep my hand on one. Not sure if that helped him make the call but that actually makes a lot of sense next time ill make sure to just keep my hands off my cards. Thanks again!

[@justinhendrickson9946]

Nice video man! I’m heading to AC in 2 weeks and staying at the Tropicana… which poker room would you say was your favorite?

[@ESPPoker]

Hi Justin thanks for the comment! To be honest they were all really nice I wish I could have played longer. Id say Borgata is the nicest but if your looking to play against more fish I definitely recommend Tropicana or Harrah's haha

[@justinhendrickson9946]

@@ESPPoker I feel obligated to at least get one session in at the borgota haha thanks for the reply!

[@tomprice4016]

Good vlog, Evan. Watch your six in Baltimore - crazy area of town. Headed down to MGM National Harbor at some point?

[@ESPPoker]

Hey Tom thanks for the comment! I actually am very interested in taking a stab at the MGM 1/3 sometime soon. Have you played there? Any advice?

[@tomprice4016]

@@ESPPoker It's my home court, if you will. Parking garage smells like pot. 1/3 game is pretty standard. Mix of retires, regs, and Dads. Place gets packed Friday/Sat nights - tough to get a table. You've played in worse places, I'm sure.

[@ESPPoker]

@@tomprice4016 Haha good to know, hopefully I can make my way over there sometime in July, I will let you know if I do!

[@markhellie6837]

MGM is Horseshoe action with much deeper stacks (at 1/3). The $500 cap is nice if you like deeper stack play.

[@ESPPoker]

@@markhellie6837 Good to know Mark! To be honest I don't have a ton of experience with deeper stack play but definitely want to get to the MGM at some point!

[@namanparikh3]

Hi great vid! Can I check what is the rake structure like in Borgata?

[@ESPPoker]

Hi thank you for the comment! I'm pretty sure the rake at 1/3 is 10% of each pot with a maximum rake of either 4 or 5 dollars. Hope this answers your question!

[@danielfrappier3378]

Nice video. How many players per table? Was it 7 handed ? Thanks

[@ESPPoker]

Thanks for the comment! And it was 8 Handed for the most part

[@theryan244]

Hey man, how long you been playing live poker for? Want to get into the live Philly and AC games but don't know if I'll just get crushed.

[@ESPPoker]

Hey thanks for the comment! Funny u say that I just played at live philly today an booked a win! New vlog coming soon haha. And ive been playing casino poker occasionally for about 1.5 years? Ive probably played about 20-25 casino sessions. If I were u, dont be afraid to go play! At low stakes poker there is a ton of fish, maybe just go for an hour or so and see how u feel! If u got any other questions feel free to reach out

[@theryan244]

Thanks man. Think I’m gunna try it and see how it goes. Appreciate your vlogs 👌

[@edwincos4278]

Looking to do some vloging my self. Which program or app do you use to edit your videos. Thanks !

[@ESPPoker]

Hey so I use Davinci Resolve! I use the free version which has plenty of options for the level of detail that goes into my vlogs. Plus there is a lot of KZbin videos on how to do things in the program. I also just film on my Iphone xr, but I am looking to get a better phone with a better camera soon! Vlogging is a lot of fun and I hope to see some videos from you soon! I myself am finally getting around to making a new video it should be out tomorrow haha.

[@MrNick-]

Are you allowed to sit down, play, and leave whenever you want? Say you sit for 20 minutes and win a few hands, can you get up and keep what you won? Or do you have to beat everyone at the table?

[@ESPPoker]

You can leave whenever you want! Yep you could sit down for 20 minutes and win a few hands then leave. That's the nice thing about cash games is you decide how long you play for. When I am ready to go all I do is rack up my chips and leave the table

[@MrNick-]

@@ESPPoker that’s awesome I did not know that, thank you! All I know how to play is Texas Holdem but I have zero experience playing in a real game but would like to just for the fun of it.

[@ESPPoker]

@@MrNick- My advice would be to do exactly what you mentioned! When I first started I told myself I would only play for up to an hour. Maybe go for 30 minutes and see what you think!

[@MrNick-]

@@ESPPoker That’s a good idea just to get a feel for playing the real deal. Thank you!

[@SG-vh3ti]

What date is this? Dont they have plexiglass still ON? I plan to go to Borgata next weekend. If you can let me know, that will be great.

[@ESPPoker]

No Plexiglass! This was last weekend! If you have any other questions let me know.

[@SG-vh3ti]

@@ESPPoker did you like it at borgata? How was the action at the tables?

[@ESPPoker]

@@SG-vh3ti I really liked it! Unfortunately I couldn't play for long when I went, but definitely good action. Also from what I've heard the action gets really good after dinner time

[@nogimmicks43rd]

Oh wow i thought live poker wasnt active in Atlantic city . I went to ballys 2 months ago and no poker smh.

[@ESPPoker]

Yea man poker is going in AC! I know Borgata usually has by far the most tables running

[@nogimmicks43rd]

@@ESPPoker thanks for the input!! Wondering what excuse ima give the lady to sneak out there for some poker action Lol.

[@emilycorcoran2220]

I legit thought this video said it had 439k views

[@ESPPoker]

HAHA I wish Emily

[@joerubalcaba6491]

I would’ve shoved on the 4bet

[@ESPPoker]

I was so tempted I regret not shoving

[@nathankesavan]

I would have played the hand at 9:20

[@ESPPoker]

Would u have raised or just called

[@nathankesavan]

@@ESPPoker idk I suck

[@oneway4667]

@@ESPPoker I would of called but a fold isn’t to bad if you miss the flop he will prob put you all in and that’s a tough spot it’s better to play hands you know you can win rather than guess you know...most ppl would say call every time but it’s your game and as long as your winning it’s all good just keep learning

[@ESPPoker]

@@oneway4667 Thank you so much! This is honestly one of the nicest but informative comments I have gotten haha. I definitely am just trying to get better every session so I hope to show that in future vlogs!

[@oneway4667]

@@ESPPoker np how was the wait in Ac I went to Parx last weekend and waited almost 3 hours for a table

[@willjohnson6973]

Don't never check card's gives out to much info to your opponents. Try to remember

[@ESPPoker]

Good to know! That's something I need to work on

[@Twitch_CG]

Are you going this weekend??

[@ESPPoker]

Nah not going this weekend sorry. Are u going?