Merchant Takes a Hit
Level 5
: 150/300, 25 ante
The board read 
when we found Jay Merchant and two other players engaged in the hand. Merchant was in the small blind and first to act. He bet 1,300 and the player to his direct left quickly tossed out a call. The third player folded, leaving the two heads up to the river.
The dealer produced the 
to complete the board and Merchant slowed with a check. His opponent instantly bet 4,000, sending Merchant into the tank. Ultimately, Merchant tossed out a call and then mucked his hand after his opponent tabled 
for kings and sixes. Merchant shipped the chips to the next seat over and now has around 16,000 to his name.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
16,000
-6,500
|
-6,500 |