The players are now on a 10-minute break.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 200-400 with a 50 ante.
With 323 players remaining, the average chip stack is now just over 48,000.
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Blind Increase in the Mega Stack Main Event
The blinds have been increased to 150-300 with a 25 ante.
With approximately 348 players remaining, the average chip stack is 44,800.
With approximately 348 players remaining, the average chip stack is 44,800.
$1,200 Mega Stack Final Numbers & Payouts
We had a total of 390 players in the $1,200 Foxwoods Mega Stack Challenge Main Event.
The final 40 spots will finish in the money
Final payouts are as follows:
1st - $98,139
2nd - $56,698
3rd - $36,080
4th - $28,864
5th - $22,473
6th - $18,144
7th - $15,050
8th - $12,164
9th - $9,919
10th-12th - $6,803
13th-15th - $5,154
16th-20th - $3,917
21st-30th - $3,133
31st-40th - $2,803
The final 40 spots will finish in the money
Final payouts are as follows:
1st - $98,139
2nd - $56,698
3rd - $36,080
4th - $28,864
5th - $22,473
6th - $18,144
7th - $15,050
8th - $12,164
9th - $9,919
10th-12th - $6,803
13th-15th - $5,154
16th-20th - $3,917
21st-30th - $3,133
31st-40th - $2,803
Break Time in the Mega Stack Main Event
The players are now on a 10-minute break.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 100-200 with a 25 ante.
The final numbers and payouts will be posted shortly.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 100-200 with a 25 ante.
The final numbers and payouts will be posted shortly.
Brad McFarland already at 100K
Brad McFarland
Early on in level four of the Foxwoods Mega Stack Challenge Main Event, Brad McFarland has already reached 100,000 in chips.
McFarland took a monster pot with [Js][8s] when the flop came 10-9-7 and his opponent held pocket sevens. They got all the chips in on the flop and the straight held for McFarland.
Blind Increase in the Mega Stack Main Event
The blinds in the $1,200 Foxwoods Mega Stack Challenge Main Event have been increased to 100-200.
Photos: Mega Stack Main Event Players
James Woods, Rob "veeRob" Perelman
Ronnie Bardah, Ryan Eriquezzo
Brad McFarland, Luis Vazquez
Paul Snead, "Little Man" Mike Sica
Bobby "The Bus" Ferdinand, Mark Sykes
Break Time in the Mega Stack Main Event
The players are now on their first 10-minute break of the day.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 75-150.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 75-150.
YouTube video: Jonathan Duhamel Gives the Shuffle Up and Deal!
WSOP Main Event Champion Jonathan Duhamel give the "Shuffle Up and Deal" announcement at the February Foxwoods Mega Stack Challenge Main Event.
Blind Increase in the Mega Stack Main Event
The blinds have been increased to 50-100.
There are currently over 350 players already in today's field with registration open for another two levels.
There are currently over 350 players already in today's field with registration open for another two levels.
Mega Stack Main Event Live Stream Feature Table
The live stream feature table of the Foxwoods Mega Stack Challenge Main Event is up and running.
Just click "Watch LIVE Video" at the top of the page to view the live feed.
Just click "Watch LIVE Video" at the top of the page to view the live feed.
Cards In the Air at the Mega Stack Main Event!
Jonathan Duhamel
World Series of Poker Main Event Champion Jonathans Duhamel just gave the "Shuffle Up and Deal" announcement and cards are in the air.
The blinds are starting at 25-50 with 50 minute levels.
Mega Stack Challenge Main Event Set to Begin!
The $1,200 No-Limit Hold 'em Mega Stack Challenge Main Event is set to kick off in about 30 minutes.
Players start with 40,000 chip and the levels are 50 minutes in length.
The blinds will start at 25-50.
Stay tuned to Foxwoods Live for all of the updates from the event as well as the live streaming feature table.
Players start with 40,000 chip and the levels are 50 minutes in length.
The blinds will start at 25-50.
Stay tuned to Foxwoods Live for all of the updates from the event as well as the live streaming feature table.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Milton Haughton & Justin Smith Co-Champions of the $400 Mega Stack
Milton Haughton and Justin Smith
Milton Haughton and Justin Smith reached an agreement when play got heads-up to chop the remaining $50,000 prize pool $25,000 a piece.
Congratulations to both and be sure to join us tomorrow at 11am as we kick off the $1,200 Mega Stack Challenge Main Event!
Carlos Mantos Eliminated 3rd ($15,000)
Carlos Mantos has been eliminated in 3rd place when his [Ad][Qd] failed to hold up against Justin Smith's [As][3s] when he hit trip threes on the flop.
Mantos takes home $15,000 for his 3rd place finish.
Mantos takes home $15,000 for his 3rd place finish.
Michael Parras Eliminated 4th ($12,881)
Michael Parras has been eliminated in 4th place when his A-J was unable to improve against Carlos Mantos's pocket fives.
He takes home $12,881 for his 4th place finish.
He takes home $12,881 for his 4th place finish.
Frank Mancini Eliminated 5th ($10,000)
The Cabot Extra Sharp Player of the Day was just eliminated in 5th place. Just before play resumed, the five players had agreed upon a redistribution of the payouts and Mancini won $10,000 for his 5th place finish.
You can watch his interview here:
You can watch his interview here:
Play Resumes in the $400 Mega Stack
The players have returned from dinner break and cards are back in the air.
The blinds are now 30,000-60,000 with a 10,000 ante.
The average chip stack with five players remaining is 1,344,000.
The blinds are now 30,000-60,000 with a 10,000 ante.
The average chip stack with five players remaining is 1,344,000.
Dinner Break with 5 Players Remaining
The final five players in the $400 Mega Stack Challenge are now on a one-hour dinner break.
Blind Increase in the $400 NLHE Mega Stack
Final table of the $400 Mega Stack Challenge
The blinds have been increased to 20,000-40,000 with a 5,000 ante.
With seven players remaining, the average chip stack is 960,000.
$400 Mega Stack Results 8th-10th Place
The following are the results and payouts so far at the $400 Mega Stack Challenge Final Table:
8th - Michael Paiua $4,228
9th - Anthony Raimone $3,485
10th-Richard Grygiel $2,357
8th - Michael Paiua $4,228
9th - Anthony Raimone $3,485
10th-Richard Grygiel $2,357
Break Time at the Final Table of the $400 Mega Stack
The players at the final table of the $400 Mega Stack Challenge are now on a 10-minute break.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 15,000-30,000 with a 5,000 ante.
With seven players remaining, the average chip stack is now 960,000.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 15,000-30,000 with a 5,000 ante.
With seven players remaining, the average chip stack is now 960,000.
$400 Mega Stack Final Table Chip Counts
The chip counts by seat assignment are as follows:
1. Carlos Mantos 999,000
2. Michael Parras 315,000
3. Anthony Raimone 221,000
4. Richard Grygiel 104,000
5. Milton Haughton 772,000
6. Michael Paiua 154,000
7. Frank Mancini 585,000
8. William Trauernicht 1,743,000
9. Christian Fourquel 599,000
10. Justin Smith 1,264,000
1. Carlos Mantos 999,000
2. Michael Parras 315,000
3. Anthony Raimone 221,000
4. Richard Grygiel 104,000
5. Milton Haughton 772,000
6. Michael Paiua 154,000
7. Frank Mancini 585,000
8. William Trauernicht 1,743,000
9. Christian Fourquel 599,000
10. Justin Smith 1,264,000
Matt Jarvis Eliminated 19th ($1,338)
Matt Jarvis
After a raise, Matt Jarvis moved all in and was called by his opponent. They turned up:
Jarvis [As][Jc]
Opponent [Ad][Qd]
The flop came [Ah][Jd][6c] and Jarvis made two pair to outflop his opponent. The [4h] on the turn didn't change anything but the [Qh] on the river gave his opponent a better two pair and eliminated Jarvis in 19th place.
Final Two Tables of the $400 Mega Stack Challenge
With just 20 players remaining, we are down to the final two tables of the $400 Mega Stack Challenge.
Matt Jarvis is seated in seat three of the live stream feature table. Just click "Watch LIVE Video" to view the feed.
Matt Jarvis is seated in seat three of the live stream feature table. Just click "Watch LIVE Video" to view the feed.
Break Time in the $400 Mega Stack Event
The players in the $400 Mega Stack event are now on a 10-minute break.
With 21 players remaining, the average stack is now 320,000.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 8,000-16,000 with a 2,000 ante.
With 21 players remaining, the average stack is now 320,000.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 8,000-16,000 with a 2,000 ante.
Jason @PBJaxx Senti Eliminated 24th ($1,095)
Jason Senti
Jason Senti moved all in from under the gun and was called by the small blind. They turned up:
Senti [Ah][Th]
Small Blind [Kd][Qd]
The board ran out [Kc][Qh][4c][9c][Tc] and Senti was eliminated from the $400 Mega Stack event in 24th place for $1,095.
YouTube video: Extra Sharp Player of the Day: Frank Mancini
Jay WhoJedi Newnum catches up with Frank Mancini, the Cabot Extra Sharp Player of the Day. Frank is the chip leader going into Day Two of the $400 Mega Stack Challenge event.
Blind Increase with 30 Players Remaining
The blinds in the $400 Mega Stack Challenge have been increased to 5,000-10,000 with a 1,000 ante.
With 30 players remaining, the average chip stack is now 224,000.
With 30 players remaining, the average chip stack is now 224,000.
Matt Jarvis Doubles Through Jason Senti
Matt Jarvis
After losing a race a few hands earlier and being knocked down to 120,000, Matt Jarvis got all in before the flop against Jason Senti. They turned up:
Jarvis [2c][2d]
Senti [Ah][8h]
The board ran out [Kc][Kd][3d][9c][Js] and Jarvis doubled back up to around 250,000.
Jason Senti still has around 230,000 in chips.
$400 Mega Stack Day Two Underway!
Play has resumed on Day Two of the $400 Mega Stack Challenge event.
There are 43 players remaining and the average chip stack is just over 156,000.
The blinds are 3,000-6,000 with a 500 ante for another 13 minutes.
There are 43 players remaining and the average chip stack is just over 156,000.
The blinds are 3,000-6,000 with a 500 ante for another 13 minutes.
Live Stream Table with Matt Jarvis & Jason Senti
The live stream is now up and running. Both Matt Jarvis and Jason Senti are seated at the feature table.
Just click "Watch LIVE Video" at the top of the page to view the live stream.
Just click "Watch LIVE Video" at the top of the page to view the live stream.
$400 Mega Stack Returning Players
| Place | Name | Chips | Table/Seat |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frank Mancini | 543,500 | 5-2 |
| 2 | Bill Stadley | 406,000 | 5-8 |
| 3 | Christian Fourquet | 374,500 | 5-9 |
| 4 | Wendell Montgomery | 359,000 | 3-2 |
| 5 | William Trauesnicht | 319,000 | 4-7 |
| 6 | Jason Senti | 312,500 | 3-10 |
| 7 | Matt Jarvis | 271,000 | 3-5 |
| 8 | Gregory Lamoureux | 257,500 | 2-4 |
| 9 | Peter Sereni | 255,000 | 4-8 |
| 10 | Milton Haughton | 255,000 | 2-7 |
| 11 | Scott Cavalieri | 239,500 | 5-5 |
| 12 | Roger LaFlamme | 211,000 | 4-6 |
| 13 | Ryan McCloskey | 203,500 | 2-9 |
| 14 | Christopher Esposito | 202,500 | 1-6 |
| 15 | Justin Smith | 199,000 | 3-1 |
| 16 | Woo Yang Lin | 178,500 | 4-3 |
| 17 | James Hayes | 163,500 | 3-8 |
| 18 | Carlos Matos | 159,000 | 3-4 |
| 19 | William Tracy | 154,000 | 5-6 |
| 20 | Tony Colleluori | 149,000 | 1-9 |
| 21 | Richard Diotalevi | 147,500 | 1-10 |
| 22 | Vincent Gagliardi | 116,000 | 5-7 |
| 23 | Matt Sciuto | 109,000 | 1-4 |
| 24 | Marcello Delmonaco | 107,500 | 5-3 |
| 25 | Niv Decano | 105,500 | 4-5 |
| 26 | Richard Grygiel | 104,500 | 1-3 |
| 27 | James Derue | 94,000 | 3-7 |
| 28 | Donald Serrento | 90,000 | 2-2 |
| 29 | Richard Julianelle | 88,500 | 4-1 |
| 30 | Berkess Carroll | 73,500 | 2-5 |
| 31 | Lou Giarrusso | 64,000 | 4-10 |
| 32 | John Aiello | 62,500 | 1-5 |
| 33 | Anthony Raimone | 55,500 | 2-10 |
| 34 | Walter Warot | 54,500 | 4-4 |
| 35 | Michael Paiva | 49,000 | 1-8 |
| 36 | Peter Crasco | 45,000 | 2-6 |
| 37 | Taylor Mostropietro | 39,500 | 3-3 |
| 38 | Michael Parras | 39,500 | 1-1 |
| 39 | Steve Daniel | 38,500 | 2-8 |
| 40 | Silvia Jordan | 34,000 | 2-3 |
| 41 | Anthony Colargelo | 25,000 | 5-10 |
| 42 | Nick Motsakis | 4,000 | 3-6 |
Play Concludes on Day 1 of the $400 Mega Stack
Play has concluded on Day One of the $400 Mega Stack Challenge.
Play will resume tomorrow at noon.
The final chip counts and seating assignments will be posted as soon as they are available.
Play will resume tomorrow at noon.
The final chip counts and seating assignments will be posted as soon as they are available.
The Bubble Bursts in the $400 Mega Stack
The bubble has burst in the $400 Mega Stack Challenge event.
All 45 remaining players are now guaranteed at least $942.
Play will continue today for about another five minutes.
All 45 remaining players are now guaranteed at least $942.
Play will continue today for about another five minutes.
Hand for Hand in the $400 Mega Stack Challenge
We are down to 46 players with the top 45 finishing in the money.
Play is now hand for hand until one player is eliminated.
Play is now hand for hand until one player is eliminated.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Break Time with 70 Players Remaining
The players are now on a 10-minute break.
Tournament officials are coloring up the 100 chips.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 2,000-4,000 with a 500 ante.
With 70 players remaining, the average chip stack is now 96,000.
Jason Senti has 130,000 while Matt Jarvis is the chip leader with 375,000.
Tournament officials are coloring up the 100 chips.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 2,000-4,000 with a 500 ante.
With 70 players remaining, the average chip stack is now 96,000.
Jason Senti has 130,000 while Matt Jarvis is the chip leader with 375,000.
Lon McEachern Eliminated from the $400 Mega Stack
Lon McEachern
Lon McEachern has been eliminated from the $400 Mega Stack Challenge when his set of aces fell his opponent's straight.
Thanks to Lon for coming to Foxwoods and helping out with the WSOP Final Table Reunion!
Matt Jarvis Over 200K
Matt Jarvis
Matt Jarvis just eliminated an player when his pocket jacks held up against his opponent's pocket tens. Shortly after, he raked in another huge pot and eliminated yet another player.
His stack is now at just over 200,000 with the chip average at about 76,000.
Under 100 Players Remaining in the $400 Mega Stack
There are now only 96 players remaining in the $400 Mega Stack Challenge event.
The average stack is now 70,000.
Matt Jarvis, Jason Senti and Lon McEachern are all still alive in today's event.
The average stack is now 70,000.
Matt Jarvis, Jason Senti and Lon McEachern are all still alive in today's event.
Break Time with 115 Players Remaining
The players are currently on a 10-minute break.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 1,000-2,000 with a 300 ante.
With 115 players remaining, the average chip stack is just under 58,500.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 1,000-2,000 with a 300 ante.
With 115 players remaining, the average chip stack is just under 58,500.
Lon McEachern More Than Doubles Up
Lon McEachern
The voice of the World Series of Poker on ESPN, Lon McEachern, had been battling a short stack all day. Just moments ago we saw him with just over 10,000 in chips.
However, on our next pass, he was stacking up a healthy pile of chips and now sits at nearly 50,000.
$400 Mega Stack Final Numbers & Payouts
We had a total of 448 players in the $400 NLHE Mega Stack Challenge event.
The final 45 spots will finish in the money
Final payouts are as follows:
1st - $35,743
2nd - $20,548
3rd - $13,050
4th - $10,433
5th - $8,107
6th - $6,510
7th - $5,293
8th - $4,228
9th - $3,485
10th-12th - $2,357
13th-15th - $1,749
16th-20th - $1,338
21st-30th - $1,095
31st-40th - $1,003
41st-45th - $942
The final 45 spots will finish in the money
Final payouts are as follows:
1st - $35,743
2nd - $20,548
3rd - $13,050
4th - $10,433
5th - $8,107
6th - $6,510
7th - $5,293
8th - $4,228
9th - $3,485
10th-12th - $2,357
13th-15th - $1,749
16th-20th - $1,338
21st-30th - $1,095
31st-40th - $1,003
41st-45th - $942
Play Resumes in the $400 Mega Stack
Players have returned from dinner break and cards are back in the air.
The blinds have been increased to 600-1,200 with a 200 ante.
The blinds have been increased to 600-1,200 with a 200 ante.
Dinner Break in the $400 Mega Stack
The players are now on a one-hour dinner break.
There are approximately 177 players remaining and the average chip stack is just under 38,000.
There are approximately 177 players remaining and the average chip stack is just under 38,000.
Ryan Eriquezzo Eliminated from the $400 Mega Stack
Ryan Eriquezzo
Ryan Eriquezzo, who finished 131st in the 2010 WSOP Main Event, was just eliminated from the $400 Mega Stack just before dinner break.
Break Time in the $400 Mega Stack Event
The players are now on a 15-minute break in the $400 Mega Stack event.
Tournament officials are coloring up the green 25 chips.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 500-1,000 with a 100 ante.
With 204 players remaining the average chip stack is now just under 33,000.
Tournament officials are coloring up the green 25 chips.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 500-1,000 with a 100 ante.
With 204 players remaining the average chip stack is now just under 33,000.
Matt Jarvis Chip Up in the $400 Mega
Matt Jarvis
Matt Jarvis has consistently chipped up on Day One of the $400 Mega Stack Challenge and now sits on around 60,000 which is nearly double the current chip average with 220 players remaining.
Jason Senti at the Live Stream Table
Jason Senti
2010 WSOP Main Event Final Table player Jason Senti is now at our live stream feature table.
Just click "Watch LIVE Video" at the top of the page to view the live stream.
Break Time in the $400 Mega Stack Event
The players are now on a 10-minute break.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 200-400 with a 50 ante.
With 290 players left, the average chip stack is over 23,000.
When play resumes, the blinds will be increased to 200-400 with a 50 ante.
With 290 players left, the average chip stack is over 23,000.
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