Duke In The Box

"All in...All in."

It's a familiar call here in the Seneca Niagara poker room. Especially when it comes from the loud baritone voice of veteran dealer Duke Brundidge. And especially when he says it twice.

Announcing that a player is all in twice is just one of many of Brundidge's signature phrases that have become a warm and welcoming part of the experience for players in this region, as he's spent most of the past decade pitching at tables in this poker room.

He's developed a reputation as one of the players' favorite dealers, and not just because of a few catchy sayings, affable attitude and unique style. It's because Brundidge is in full control when he's in the box, calling the game the right way and protecting its integrity.

Brundidge has more than just the players' admiration, he has their respect, and he's earned it, one all in call at a time...or maybe two.