PokerNews live coverage of this event will begin on Day 2 (June 29). Until then, we will keep readers informed with updates on chip counts and core event statistics, including entries and the prize pool. Scroll down to see more.
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There’s no denying that the World Series of Poker (WSOP) experience has been amplified thanks to the advent of fantasy poker. The Daniel Negreanu 25K Fantasy League, which debuted back in 2011, is in its 14th year, while the complimentary $500 ODB League, run by David “ODB” Baker and his wife, Nicole, is in its 11th year.
Indeed, this year’s ODB League is the biggest and best, with a massive 1,202 teams that each ponied up $500 to create a $601,000 prize pool. The top 100 teams will get a minimum of $1,000, while the winning team will earn a $100,000 top prize.
Earlier this month, ODB sat down with Donnie Peters on the PokerGO Podcast in which he opened up about his passion for poker, playing against the best players in the world inside the PokerGO Studio, and the history of the ODB Fantasy League.
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In the 980th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by FanDuel Poker, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Ben Ludlow are joined by Hayden "Big Red" Hetland at Level 9 Studio in Las Vegas.
The quartet discusses the latest stories from the 2026 World Series of Poker (WSOP), starting with the controversial "dead hand" ruling made against Patrick "Pads" Leonard. Not only will you see videos of what happened, but Chad also caught up with Pads for an exclusive interview to discuss the aftermath.
From there, it's a discussion about an X-rated card protector, the eight Poker Hall of Fame nominees, and big bracelet wins by Josh Reichard and Eelis Parssinen. Speaking of big wins, Benny Glaser got the job done in the $50,000 Poker Players Championship (PPC), giving him his ninth bracelet in 11 years! It also came just a year after he shipped an incredible three bracelets. See PokerNews' winner interview with Glaser, who was clearly emotional after the victory.
Finally, the crew thanks sponsor Think Jerky, which you can order here.
Find out all about those stories and more in this week's episode of the PokerNews Podcast! Oh, and be sure to check out the audio version of the PokerNews Podcast that is available on all major podcasting platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and SoundCloud.
This year's nominees for the Poker Hall of Fame have been announced, with the eight individuals now heading to the living members of the Hall for voting.
Each member can vote for up to four nominees, and anyone receiving votes from 22 or more members earns an automatic induction. This change, from a previous "winner-takes-all" format allowing for only one induction per year, was announced earlier this month.
Five of the eight nominees are first-time nominees, having met the minimum age requirement of 40. Eight-time WSOP bracelet winner Shaun Deeb headlines these players; he is joined by Jason Koon, Isaac Haxton, Chris Moorman, and Justin Bonomo.
The ultimate test of versatility returns on June 28 as Event #74: $1,500 8-Game Mixed (6-Handed) kicks off at the 2026 World Series of Poker. This tournament requires mastery across eight different disciplines, rotating every six hands between No-Limit Hold’em, Seven Card Stud, Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better, Razz, Pot-Limit Omaha, Limit Hold’em, Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better, and 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw.
This mid-stakes mixed-game event is a staple of the summer, offering a more affordable price point for players looking to prove their all-around poker skills. Expect another massive field of mixed-game enthusiasts and professional grinders chasing the gold.
Play begins at 2 p.m. on June 28, with 15 levels of 40-minute play scheduled for Day 1. Late registration remains open for nine levels, allowing one reentry for those who bust early. The game rotation changes every six hands, ensuring players must stay sharp across all formats.
The surviving field will return for Day 2 on June 29 at 12 p.m., with levels extending to 60 minutes. The final table is expected to take place on June 30, where the next 8-Game Champion will be crowned.
In 2025, Narcis Nedelcu dominated a field of 789 entries to secure his first WSOP bracelet and $184,862. Nedelcu held the chip lead through much of the final day and expressed immense pride in the victory, telling PokerNews it was "an honor to win on the grandest stage" while navigating such a complex mix of games.
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Event #74: $1,500 8-Game Mixed
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