Blaise Bourgeois

Poker and Gambling Expert

Blaise is an Expert Gambling Writer and a professional poker player in Brazil. He has played and traveled throughout Latin America for the last four-and-a-half years and recently won his first WSOP Circuit ring!

He received his Master's in Sport Management and Sports Analytics from St... Show more

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Value Betting in Poker

By the time you’ve finished reading our guide, you will understand what a value bet is and how to effectively...

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3-Bet Poker

A preflop 3-bet in poker, both in Texas Hold’em and Pot-Limit Omaha, is the third bet in the poker sequence,...

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Rake Poker

Due to the rising popularity of poker throughout the United States (and the entire world), more casinos are adding poker...

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Come Betcraps

The come bet in craps is one of the most fantastic bets in the game and knowing how to play...

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Latest Articles from Blaise Bourgeois (14)

Watercolor painting of a poker table with a winning hand of cards laid out—four diamonds and a king—surrounded by neatly stacked poker chips in red, blue, and green. A glass of water reflects the warm, golden casino lights in the background, creating an atmosphere of quiet intensity and strategy.”

Poker

The 10 Best Poker Players of All Time

19/02/2025

Mikki Mase

Casino

Everything You Need to Know About Mikki Mase, the Self-Proclaimed “King of Baccarat”

19/02/2025

A close-up of an Ace of Spades playing card resting on a green poker table, next to a stack of green poker chips. The textured felt surface of the table is visible. A small blue icon with white dots is positioned in the upper right corner.

Poker

Poker Hands Ranked - Where Every Hand Sits in the Poker Hierarchy

19/02/2025

A watercolor-style painting of a focused poker player in a white shirt, stacking colorful chips at a casino table. The dimly lit background adds to the intense atmosphere of high-stakes poker.

Poker

The 10 Poker Players Who Never Won WSOP Bracelets

18/02/2025

A watercolor-style illustration of the Las Vegas Strip, featuring iconic landmarks such as the Paris Las Vegas Hotel and its replica Eiffel Tower. The vibrant cityscape reflects the grandeur of world-famous casinos.

Casino

Top 10 Biggest Casinos Ever - The Largest Casinos in the World

18/02/2025

A watercolor painting of casino poker chips stacked in two piles, one red and one blue, on a white background. The paint appears to bleed into the surrounding area, creating a vibrant and artistic effect. The small blue icon with white dots is positioned in the upper right corner.

Poker

Limit vs No Limit Poker

18/02/2025

A vintage keno ball machine filled with balls, depicted in a vibrant watercolor style on a softly textured background.

Casino

Keno Odds Explained – House Edge and Payout Charts

17/02/2025

Poker Chip Values – Guide to Understanding Poker Chip Colors & Denominations

Poker

Poker Chip Values - Guide to Understanding Poker Chip Colors & Denominations

19/02/2025

A watercolor-style painting of a young man with tousled hair and a confident smile, arranging poker chips on a table. He wears a white shirt with sleeves rolled up, and the background has soft blues and warm tones with subtle heart symbols floating around. A small blue icon with white dots is in the upper right corner.

Poker

The Ultimate Guide to Poker Etiquette & the Unwritten Rules of Poker

19/02/2025

5 Reasons Why Online Poker Isn’t Rigged

Poker

5 Reasons Why Online Poker Isn't Rigged

19/02/2025

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