Justin Arnwine claimed the 2026 Maryland State Poker Championship Main Event title after a pivotal river card reversal and a final table deal that left the top prize below the advertised amount
Maryland’s $1,700 Main Event with a $500,000 guarantee opens as Joshua Mischel secures a $63,400 victory in a key preliminary, setting the stage for a high-stakes weekend at Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland
Matt Mullins delivered a standout performance at the 2026 Potomac Summer Poker Open in Maryland, winning two mixed game events and reaching two more final tables, highlighting the strength of local grinders in a competitive series
A Maryland Lottery player in Carroll County insisted on receiving his jammed scratch-off ticket, ultimately discovering a $1 million prize. The incident highlights both the unpredictability of lottery play and the importance of ticket verification
Baltimore has filed lawsuits against Kalshi and Polymarket, claiming the platforms violated local consumer protection laws by offering unlicensed sports betting. The case highlights ongoing disputes over prediction markets and regulatory oversight
Kyle Smith, a Bethesda-based family doctor, claimed the top prize at the Potomac Summer Poker Open Main Event after working a shift earlier that day, securing $136,054 in a heads-up deal with Phong Nguyen
A rare triple all-in hand unfolded at the 2026 Potomac Summer Poker Open in Maryland, with aces, kings, and queens colliding in a $400 event. Izzy Einsidler’s aces held for a triple up, highlighting the volatility of live tournament play
