Break Time
The remaining 36 players will now be taking a five-minute break.
BetMGM MI Inaugural Online Poker Series
$215 Event #4: $25K GTD 8-Max NLH
Day: 1
"Phengxthao" Finds a Triple with Dimes
On blinds of 2,500/5,000, "Tbody313" opened to 12,500 from middle position and "Hodgmac" shoved 75,746 from the cutoff. "Phengxthao" called their 20,945 in from the button and "Tbody313" covered the cost, putting both at risk.
"Phengxthao": 
"Hodgmac": 
"Tbody313": 
The board came down 
and "Phengxthao" pulled in the main pot for a complete triple up while the other two chopped the side.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
533,650 | 111,650 |
|
|
74,700 | 74,700 |
|
|
54,200 | 54,200 |
Late Registration Has Come to a Close
For the second time in a row, the guarantee was surpassed as the series starts rolling. The late registration period ended after 15 levels of play, gathering a total of 133 players by the end of the night.
The turnout brought a $26,600 prize pool which soared on by the advertised one that was set. Of the 133, only 43 remain, and just 24 are set to find a payday with a min-cash pulling in $309 and an eventual first-place prize of $6,118 will be headed to the winner.
Just One Level of Late Registration Left
The players are now on the final level of late registration and 127 have signed up so far, here are some of the leaders.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
|
422,000 | 23,757 |
|
|
383,440 | 259,440 |
|
|
380,900 | 250,900 |
|
|
354,350 | -160,424 |
|
|
290,000 | 178,900 |
|
|
280,800 | 2,900 |
|
|
273,200 | |
|
|
262,900 | 72,700 |
|
|
260,000 | 42,400 |
|
|
242,000 | 174,900 |
|
|
214,800 | 151,900 |
|
|
209,300 | -897 |
|
|
176,200 | 57,200 |
Action-Packed River Ships One to "Tbody313"
On blinds of 1,600/3,200, the board showed 
and there was 72,000 in the pot. "KCspence" bet 23,040 and "Mwj5596" instantly bumped it up to 60,000.
"Tbody313" thought for a moment before ultimately putting in a 115,797 three-bet. Both players chucked their hands and "Tbody313" pulled in the pot without having to show a card.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
|
398,243 | 112,243 |
|
|
210,197 | -65,303 |
|
|
168,568 | 16,368 |
"Ryanvdyesports" Takes the lead
On blinds of 1,400/2,800, there was a 
board showing with a 277,080 pot sitting in the middme.
"UPray4Mercy" jammed 63,192 and "Ryanvdyesports" snap-called. "UPray4Mercy" showed 
for a turned flush, only to see the 
of "Ryanvdyesports" who rivered a boat, taking down the pot as "UPray4Mercy" was sent packing.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
|
514,774 | 231,374 |
|
|
Busted |
BetMGM to Integrate GameSense Responsible Gaming Program into MobileGaming
BetMGM, the mobile sports betting and iGaming company, announced recently that it will integrate into its platform GameSense, an innovative responsible gaming program licensed to MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC). The agreement marks the first time an online gaming operator in the United States will utilize the industry-leading program.
Developed by the BCLC, GameSense is an award-winning program that incorporates responsible gaming resources and education into the customer service model – providing every player with tools and support to make informed decisions and play responsibly. It also connects players with trained specialists, known as GameSense Advisors, and focuses on positive, transparent, and proactive communication to educate players about healthy habits and how to keep gaming fun, safe, and responsible.
“As the mobile gaming industry in the U.S. continues to grow, responsible gambling is a key focus for BetMGM and is critically important for the industry as a whole,” said Adam Greenblatt, Chief Executive Officer, BetMGM. “GameSense presents a forward-thinking approach to responsible gambling. We look forward to empowering our players with a proven program, designed to help support a positive gambling experience.”
GameSense is expected to be fully integrated into the BetMGM platform later this year. The program comes alive through engaging content and customer interactions and is designed to help guests and customers make informed decisions while wagering.
“As online gambling and sports betting increase in popularity, BCLC is so pleased that BetMGM is offering players more opportunities and resources to support healthy play with our GameSense program,” said BCLC Interim CEO and President Lynda Cavanaugh. “BCLC’s commitment to player health extends well beyond British Columbia and we look forward to working with BetMGM to increase our mutual understanding about how best to provide players with the tools that enhance positive-play decisions.”
MGM Resorts first launched GameSense at its U.S. properties in 2017, making available educational resources and interactive GameSense touchscreens at its M life Rewards desks. The company has received multiple awards from the National Council on Problem Gambling recognizing its GameSense initiatives. The integration of GameSense within BetMGM is an extension of the BCLC’s longstanding relationship with MGM Resorts.
Bill Hornbuckle, CEO & President, MGM Resorts, said, “MGM Resorts is committed to supporting responsible gaming efforts at our properties nationwide and we’re pleased to extend GameSense into the BetMGM platform. GameSense has been an instrumental and innovative part of our company’s guest service model for several years. Together, MGM Resorts and BetMGM are proud to help guests understand the risks, where to get help, and, ultimately, how to keep gaming fun.”
GameSense will be available to customers in all current and future states where BetMGM operates. Responsible gaming education remains a key focus for both BetMGM and MGM Resorts, who are proud to provide resources that help customers play responsibly.
The BetMGM mobile is available for download on both iOS and Android, as well as accessible via desktop at www.betmgm.com.
Break Time
The players will now be taking a five-minute break.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
|
286,000 | 130,600 |
|
|
283,400 | 283,400 |
|
|
277,900 | 198,400 |
|
|
275,500 | 275,500 |
|
|
246,300 | 246,300 |
|
|
217,600 | 217,600 |
|
|
210,400 | 210,400 |
|
|
190,200 | 190,200 |
|
|
161,300 | 161,300 |
|
|
152,200 | 102,200 |
|
|
136,300 | 86,300 |
|
|
132,300 | 132,300 |
|
|
130,000 | 81,504 |
|
|
121,300 | 71,300 |
|
|
119,000 | 69,000 |
|
|
111,100 | 111,100 |
|
|
110,600 | 110,600 |
|
|
109,200 | 109,200 |
|
|
105,100 | 105,100 |
|
|
100,400 | 100,400 |
Big Flop Doesn't Mean Big Payout
On blinds of 800/1,600, action folded around to "SteelyDan11" in the small blind who limped to "TheDuke8605" who raised it up and "SteelyDan11" instantly shoved 48,725. "TheDuke8605" called and the two tabled their hands.
"SteelyDan11": 
"TheDuke8605": 
The flop came down 
, smashing "SteelyDan11" with a set of snowmen but a turn card quickly shifted the tables. A 
river cemented it for "TheDuke8605" who dropped "SteelyDan11" from the field thanks to a turned straight.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
|
124,000 | |
|
|
Busted |
"JohnCandy" Pulls in a Double with Sevens
On blinds of 700/1,400, "BranDay" opened to 3,500 in the hijack and "JohnCandy" shoved the cutoff for a total of 21,185. "SteelyDan11" jammed over the top, making it 62,888 to go and "BranDay" folded.
"JohnCandy": 
"SteelyDan11": 
The 
board landed on the table and a pair of sevens held strong, sending the pot to "JohnCandy".
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
|
48,496 | |
|
|
47,150 | -2,850 |
|
|
41,289 |