Boatman Down and Up
Hand #1:
The flop read 
with already a substantial pot having been built up. The player in early position had gone all-in for 15,450 and Barny Boatman (mid-position) was in the tank but ended up calling.
Opponent: 
Barny Boatman: 
According to the table and Boatman himself, there was a raise, he three-bet, his opponent four-bet small and Boatman called. And then his opponent reshoved the flop. The turn brought them the 
to complete the flush for his opponent and secure the double up. The 
on the river didn't matter anymore.
Hand #2:
Boatman shoved all in for his remaining chips totaling 7,650. The player in the cutoff asked for a count and the dealer confirmed the amount. He called. Everyone else folded.
Barny Boatman: 
Opponent: 
Boatman sighed: "It's one of those days..."
The dealer dealt the flop exposing 
.
"Oh hello!" Boatman said with some delight in his voice.
The turn brought the 
and the river completed the board with the 
ensuring that Boatman doubled up.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
16,800 | -6,200 |