Stout's Stacking
Matt Stout opened to 11,500 from middle position, and both Michele Tocci (small blind) and John Gordon (big blind) called.
The dealer fanned 
, and the action checked to Stout who continued for 15,000. Tocci moved all in for what looked like 50,000 or so, and Gordon folded. Stout instantly called.
Tocci: 
Stout: 
Stout held as the turn and river came 
, 
respectively, and Tocci was eliminated.
After the hand, Stout was very happy to be stacking a few newfound chips.
"Back in the right direction," he said, smiling.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
535,000
114,000
|
114,000 |
|
Busted |