High Stakes Poker Season 10 - Episode 1 | $200/$400 No Limit Hold'em

In honor of Gabe Kaplan's retirement from High Stakes Poker, we're bringing you the full first episode of Season 10 for free on KZbin. Featuring this episode are Eric Persson, Jean-Robert Bellande, Jennifer Tilly, Bobby Baldwin, Chino Rheem, Matt Hanks, and Ema Zajmovic.
High Stakes Poker Season 10 comprises of14 episodes, other players to play later this season includes Daniel Negreanu, Andrew Robl, Bill Perkins, Antonio Esfandiari, and many others.
Read the full press release about Gabe Kaplan's retirement here: bit.ly/GABEKAPLAN
Subscribe to PokerGO here, and use promo code HSP10 to save $20 on your annual subscription: get.pokergo.com

[@moehio]

Gabe…. don’t retire. We don’t care who you know or don’t know… players come and go but YOU are the reason we watch the show.

[@TjMoon91]

He doesn't care either. He clearly just wants to move on.

[@SirChadwick84]

It's just the nostalgia from back when poker was great/exciting. I give Gabe credit though, throughout the years, I can't tell if he's as dumb as his commentary or if he's trying to "untap" the glass....

[@mani6721]

Its possible he recently discover he has cancer (maybe prostatic) so he prepare his death.. let him in peace

[@SkummieDog23]

Yeah I'm kind of surprised by that, Gage is the best poker commentator hands down.

[@patrickjane4027]

Gabe is the reason why I watch high stakes

[@colingenge9999]

Gabe Kaplan will always be my favorite poker announcer. Still meaningful dialogue with his intellect and wit.

[@S-tank_]

I know I'm late to the party but dang made me sad man I love hearing his corny jokes and the history on stuff idk what he's talking about it's like he don't value what he adds to the game. He will be missed

[@repent.sinner]

This sucks I hate seeing the older one's go, Doyle's gone Sexton's gone Gabe is not dead but still sucks.

[@marcinstawiszynski3472]

Gabe just cannot retire - he is Mr. High Stakes Poker Voice :) I love that show.

[@Jeremy_the_bot]

He was. And now the show is over. Gabe was the show.

[@MikeNoyb]

I would retire too if I had to sit next to AJ Benza.

[@siohmy]

Gabe mixes great humour with knowledge of the game and its players like no one else. He is Mr High Stakes Poker and the show will be less without him. Thanks for all the great memories. Need to go back and watch all the old ones again for something like the 5th time. Never gets boring.

[@bspring6416]

No…. He doesn’t! I’m guessing your humour is as lame as his! 🤦‍♂️

[@ighdesigns]

There is no one better than Gabe Kaplan.

[@josephback-upaccount6116]

I preferred Norm MacDonald, but Gabe was always solid

[@randyh.7817]

@@josephback-upaccount6116 He was the most dry and boring host ever, no wonder this comment is from a burner account.

[@mattydips2887]

Mike sexton was my goat

[@Enchilada_72]

Nobody better than Gabe. Sexton 2nd. With a completely different style, my other #1 is Norman Chad.

[@angpugnetti]

I actually teared up listening to Gabe say he was too old. He is pushing 80. People my age grew up with his voice as the voice of poker

[@lasseindergaard6487]

Gabe Kaplan what a legend!

[@yeyo489]

Gabe and AJ are a great combo. All the best to both of them.

[@4Sight1010]

Facts!

[@sadgfasdg542]

A friend of mine went to the wsop . he didnt make the moneys but he did achieve to take a picture with gabe :)

[@dorukcoskun601]

I’m 25, recently started watching poker, not much of a player. Yet I’m still looking for your commentary Gabe. You will be remembered even with the generation difference. Best!

[@Legomygreggo]

Gabe’s one of the greatest, legendary voice a lot of us grew up with

[@Adam-hi9dh]

Thanks for all the great commentary Gabe and for all the laughs

[@mikebaxter6467]

Gabe - you are what the show needs. I enjoy this as entertainment not GTO strategy and homework. You bring laughs and make it enjoyable!

[@RichardPatey]

Totally, HSP talking about GTO would be a tragedy

[@d0zeboy]

GTO is overrated we’re human beings, everyone trying to spend their time trying to figure out how a machine comes up with its plays and it’s gonna be a while

[@g1598]

Gabe & AJ is seriously the dream team. I sometimes think back to Gabe when he played HSP and got bundles of dollar bills what a legend

[@MrGiodis]

Yes

[@FranzVonGaart]

I'm pretty sure AJ is some guy they found on the street based on the commentary.

[@stevenkrafsig6011]

Cheers Gabe! You were the best commentator and a class act!

[@xXNewProdigyXx]

I don’t even tune into Poker that much, but when I do…I hear Gabe’s commentary and it makes what I’m watching 100x more entertaining.

[@bejoyrn9a]

Gabe is probably why most people still watch, and it has never been because of his insight of the players..

[@zackkoenig9717]

Gabe, thank you for everything. Your commentary on season six during Dwan's $260k river bet bluff was the reason I started watching the game more intently. Your comedic and professional insight is what made this show so special. Wishing you nothing but the best for what lies ahead, you will be greatly missed!

[@mergru6371]

25:16 Dude scratching his hat, crazy, while one of Tilly's two trophees is trying to escape the madness. Wonderfull!

[@MrKydaman]

Gabe is the reason that High Stakes Poker is the best poker show!

[@RTBDegenerate]

All poker enthusiast know who you are Gabe. Young n old alike. Most people that aren't poker fans don't know Phil Ivey or DNegs either. Even they aren't house hold names. Hold your head high my brother. You are a legend in our community.

[@blueboys26]

The game would not be watchable without Gabe..different class 😅

[@jones828]

It would be better without commentary, just players talk. That makes poker fun.

[@Johnny-wi9ye]

@@jones828Such a bad take

[@joelok48]

Gabe makes the show funny. Funny trumps relevant, and makes the show relaxing and valuable entertainment. Priceless.

[@tberg6629]

10% from every pot they play, sounds fair to me

[@playabaus5518]

HSP with Gabe and A.J. is simply legendary, loving it!

[@andresnoneya]

💯

[@sonnycusa]

NO Gabe, don't retire! You are one of the main reasons why I watch HSP! You and AJ are an awesome team!!

[@keithb4077]

Gabe, your witty commentary has elevated the entertainment level of this entire game for many years. With or without you, we'll all be continually grateful for how much fun you've given us. I hope you continue, but if not, thank you for all the laughs.

[@billysikes1374]

We all know who you are Gabe, dont ever feel that way

[@EClipz0989]

Gabe DONT RETIRE Please ! You are the main reason why I love this show so much.

[@GauravAreng]

HSP and PAD are probably the greatest poker shows ever!! Since the GSN days it still beat everything that PokerStars put together. Those were really fun too, no doubt, but, man, there's something about these shows. The best players, the best banter, and the absolute best commentary. The whole vibe was just always so great. Can't wait to watch more.

[@patrickjane4027]

Gabe is the reason why I watch high stakes.

[@Llamabets]

Thank you for the memories Gabe! Absolute goat commentator. Whatever poker go does please don’t bring in those boring commentators who are like “ I agree Ali very interesting sizing” every 10 seconds those guys make me wanna never watch poker

[@scottpremo4865]

Lol, id honestly like to see you commentate for hours and have something to talk about the whole time

[@Llamabets]

@@scottpremo4865 I’d probably just talk about the hands and throw in a few jokes but I’m not a poker commentator. Nothing against the poker go guys they are just boring asf. Feel like they should get Bart Hanson or something to commentate the high roller tournaments at least he doesn’t make me want to fall asleep

[@scottkennedy7748]

Gabe makes this show so much more enjoyable

[@karlmarx3388]

Gabe Kaplan is the voice of poker that i grew up with. It's sad to hear he is retiring 😭. Of course I wish him the best and hope he enjoys his time.

[@musicnice10]

Gabe - I grew up learning poker to your voice. Thank you for everything and all the best. You’re a way bigger legend than you realize, in more countries around the world than you realize either!

[@andrewjoseph5619]

Gabe is a legend it’s not even about knowing the players. You Just simplify the game so much to where everyone can somewhat get what’s going on

[@joelcuerrier4833]

Nothing ever got better than High Stakes Poker as a show, because Gabe Kaplan made it so fun.

[@6thwilbury2331]

Deleted scene: the line of players outside the studio, all waiting to collect on debts from Chino.

[@beachidiot]

Gabe is the GOAT of High Stakes Poker. You can't quit Gabe or we'll stop watching.

[@mikegrand4181]

We lost Mike Sexton and Norm Macdonald too soon. Now we have to say goodbye to Gabe. You taught me about Imhotep and where "poking the Bear" came from. You are a fount of wisdom and knowledge of life and poker. We love you for it. You bring humor and we always need that. You are a mensch in the greatest sense. May all your cards be live and all your pots monsters!

[@kindnesslove5482]

Great comment

[@Jeremy_the_bot]

What about Eli and his Shibat dinner.

[@mikegrand4181]

@@Jeremy_the_bot Shabbat

[@JerGer918]

There is only one thing in poker that beats a royal flush: Gabe Kaplan's commentary: infotaining! Love him!

[@Breeder333]

Thanks for years of laughter and insight we’ll miss you Mr Kotter. In closing I’d like to add that being an elder is one of the greatest things about your commentary. We all learn something of pokers history with you around and that will be missed. Enjoy your free time!

[@TheMidwestGator]

I typically skip all things Persson but watching this one for gabe.

[@immortal5383]

As a casual for about 8 years I appreciate the old school guys explaining what is sort of the "standard" and how these modern players are breaking it. So Gabe will be missed, always felt nice hearing his voice watching late at night

[@bernietoth]

Gabe, thank you very much for your contribution! Your voice has been synonymous with high stakes poker for YEARS and we’ve loved/appreciated it!

[@darylmixan8170]

Chino talking to the other players "put my number in your phone, send a text back so I can save your number" Every single person with money who likes getting paid back "nah fam, this is work phone and its all messed up"

[@Franciscasieri]

10 guys waiting for him outside...

[@conman852]

Thanks for uploading the last Gabe Kaplan episode

[@PokrPro21]

We love you Gabe. You and AJ are high stakes poker! Only poker lovers would have a PokerGo subscription anyway and we were watching this show when it first aired on GSN. You don't have to retire but if you must, you'll be sorely missed!

[@archiesto4444]

Happy Retirement Gabe, you deserve it. Just come back every now and again and visit!

[@greggarcia3226]

Much love Gabe! Thanks for all the entertainment. If you’re done, it’s your choice and I wish you well. My thoughts are, your still great.

[@craigwask6098]

There is still a lot of old guys watching Gabe. I can relate to all the old stories. The kids need to hear the poker history, (all the know is GTM), you’re the only place they can get it.

[@thatguy2372]

Gabe IS "High Stakes Poker." If he leaves it's over. Remember the Norm Macdonald debacle?

[@dougcutler4948]

Maybe Horshack can replace Gabe to keep it interesting.

[@lordhuebi]

Yeah, I'm a huge Norm fan but this wasn't for him.

[@MrJoeSink]

@@lordhuebi well he passed away so there’s that…

[@Sevenly7]

@@MrJoeSink didn't even know he was sick

[@tonynaccarato4751]

Gabe kaplan you are a natural, one of your fans.

[@mikewatt8706]

miss tilly was married to the founder of the Simpsons and gets 30% of its revenue yearly. she is living with phil lark poker legend

[@dominicmadrid3539]

Gabe's my favorite on High Stakes Poker along with Tom Dwan. Wish they had him playing more.

[@noah5697]

Yeah instead of players who play 1 Hand every hour

[@pyronite59]

I’m always hearing rumors about Tom Dwan getting himself into *huge* trouble with the Triads in Macao

[@TheEpicChronicles]

Stay Mr Kaplan. I've learn poker by watching this show and by listening to your analysis back in the days. And I still find you spot on. Besides, the pair of you are the most entertaining to watch. Mr Kaplan, a legend in the poker world.

[@pilamcnu]

I am amazed by Jennifer Tilly never getting better at poker over the span of almost 20 years. Her wealth must know no limits.

[@daryl9799]

I'm sure she plays cause she likes it and probably thrives off the attention like all women do.

[@Noticing-Enjoyer]

Those chucky residual checks must be fat af.

[@kindnesslove5482]

She is limitless yes. She is one of few properly rolled for occasionally playing this big.

[@winningbackthegirl]

She’s so horrendous at the game lol

[@plank3000]

It’s all that liar liar and bride of chucky money

[@Phished123]

Gabe had a legendary run as a commentator for HSP, and its so like him to just spring it on everyone mid show, not only that but to joke about it too.

[@Infamous1991]

Mr Kaplan it was a honour to watch this show with your commentary

[@Adam-fb5nt]

Gabe you are my favorite celebrity! Even though I was born in 1978 at the peak of your fame and have never watched an episode of Welcome Back Kotter. In your honor, I"m going to finally go watch it. As well as your basketball movie. Enjoy your retirement.

[@erikgraskagg9234]

Dont retire. You make the show special.

[@ronnievengua9535]

GK! Thank-you for your commentary. . Your insight and perspective on HIGH STAKES made the show EXTREMELY successful. You will be missed! 👏🏽

[@KiarashM-khoze]

Gabe is as iconic as phil ivey , Daniel, Hellmuth, high stakes itself!... i can't imagine me watching HSP with out him talking making the game more interesting more educational as he did always

[@mattfaus1732]

Gave is the best poker commentator of all time without question. Seriously made me sad when you made that announcement. Please don’t go.

[@Daisies4evah]

I learned so much about poker reasoning from listening to Gabe Kaplan. Also, contrary to what he imagined, lots of his poker fans know him as a standup comedian then mr kotter and on and on.

[@HeadlessHorsemanProductions]

I'll echo the rest here that Gabe is one of the very best 2-3 commentators of all time, perhaps Mike Sexton is the only guy I can think of that is comparable for intelligence, understanding of the game, people and great sense of comedic wit.

[@daveyfadess]

Thanks Gabe, for the many years of great entertainment! You're the best. .. I've never thought about it but as I'm thinking I'd love to do poker commentary.

[@clementvw]

Best Gabe moment: Gabe: "Mike, can you beat a pair of sevens?" and Mike threw away the best hand.

[@18chasefuller]

Perrsons line was about batman lol litterally and figurativly lol got my needle cards ready with great sportmanship

[@Boredintucson123]

Gabe, dripping sarcasm and genuinely hurting the feelings of his long time co-host. Mentions his regret of where his potential was when he first met Bobby Balwin and that now the only people that know who he is are have a PokerGO subscription. It’s crazy because when he first started saying he was retiring and that he was no longer qualified to commentate it felt sort of humble and tired. His feeling are obviously complicated, but it was just a rather jarring way to go about announcing his retirement and going on to thank Mori for, “whatever it is that he does”. Gabe will always be iconic and I’m sad to see the guy go, but if he’s not happy doing it - well, he shouldn’t. Pretty gangster move to retire on air like that, though. It’s literally to keep Mori/PokerGO from having the ability to negotiate with him to stay on. Anyways, for all I know, it was a bit that went over my head. My vote goes to Nick Schulman or Ali Nejad as they’re both grade A commentators.

[@Bang-bangBart]

I think I speak for everyone when i say we will all miss Gabe Kaplan. He was as hilarious as I am handsome and was a shrewd wise poker owl of great wisdom

[@spamrobban]

27:40 Jamie Gold used to say "top, top" not "top two" :)

[@1andonlyJAH]

Everyone’s at a disadvantage playing against Tilly because she starts every hand with a huge pair

[@dominickmarge5049]

Gabe is one of the best commentators and most funny guy to watch

[@samsmobilepressurewashing8422]

Best poker show that has ever aired, close second were some of those dicey plays mattasow and Negreanu were battling out on late night poker

[@izang5800]

Correction. WAS. Recent seasons have been a bore. Poker after Dark was the best. With the bar/lounge and Shana Hyatt/leeann tweeden. This is as boring as watching a $1/3 game. even JRB is bored

[@BlackGarinim]

I would be on mega tilt if i was with the AA in that hand

[@ramisramis7833]

I'm still not over it

[@tenacious645]

Seriously. Poker is straight bullshit sometimes

[@JeremyMcCall54]

Thanks for the memories Gabe., Going to miss the quips and one liners hugely

[@matcha6842]

3:15 Jean-Robert Bellande staring at Jennifer Tilly's chesticles

[@fenway567]

The commentary guy announcing this was his last season. Was tough. Real moment

[@iainclark6210]

I hope Bobby Baldwin doesn't drink alcohol in this season. Because I may be the first person to die from second hand embarrassment

[@dustinw8126]

Perkins is such a champion a class act and amazing for poker. He's always amazing win lose or draw and his attitude is always the most positive

[@ag0n1an]

Gabe is the GOAT - would watch ANY poker game just to listen to him.

[@godyrpops7402]

Its nice to see that Tilly still doesn't know how to play this game.😂

[@tomfris7594]

Gabe, you are known and appreciated. I really enjoy your color commentary.

[@thattoofunny]

Gabe Kaplan is by far the best..

[@regulator302]

No one watching this without Gabe. Pay the man to stay on!

[@johnnyblaze8030]

Boy do I miss this show on regular TV

[@brenthaugen1270]

HSP won’t be the same without Mr. Kotter ☹️

[@kss6071]

Gabe. You made HSP alongside AJ!! Enjoy your retirement, you deserve it!!

[@johnwray9825]

Gabe. Thanks for the memories

[@cornholio8098]

So i was pumped to see this show air, and now im depressed, thank you gabe youre the man!

[@staciecarter5361]

Gabe is best poker announcer of all time

[@thechefsmokesexperience]

We love you Gabe. We don’t care who you know or don’t know just that you stick around!

[@mohammedal-saif7138]

After i heard he is retiring, I couldn’t continue the episode. Im done too Gabe. Bless you for your humorous soul. Stay safe.

[@hanzohanzo1639]

This show should change its name to “MIDSTAKES POKER”

[@natestrasburg]

All the episodes should be free.

[@rubslotionskin]

you could pay $15 for the month binge the episodes you like and actually directly support the show you enjoy.

[@natestrasburg]

@@rubslotionskin or not

[@liamnevilleviolist1809]

6:41 - Persson giving up information *instantly* after being asked if he has a flush haha. He was too comfortable. Dammit Tilly! He has a strong hand... read him, just read him!!!

[@jennjennnguyen2465]

The way tilly played will costs her fortune lol

[@ryanbelford4808]

I’m new to watching poker and immediately googled who this announcer is because he’s great! Hopefully he didn’t leave I love the references and jokes. He might be my favorite announcer in any sport now!!!

[@redmatrix]

When Gabe returns, we can say "Welcome Back"

[@Gebratenerstorch]

Gabe´s voice and some of thje faces are giving me massive 2000´s vibes :)

[@CarlitosPR94]

Nick Wright seems to always find himself in the middle of GOATs conversations lol

[@andresnoneya]

She’s leaning back but keeps her left hand on her neck/chin and she’s the tightest player 36:47 monster hand and nervousness I guess right? Also glad the poker gods brought that straight cause she’s way to tight to be playing HSP tbh and she shouldn’t even be there

[@Franciscasieri]

How can she just call when her 4 bet shove is perfectly sized and he's probably calling with only a third of his stack in