Binion’s Poker Classic Stirs Old Memories

It was 1970 when Benny Binion first held what would become known as the World Series of Poker. 1970 was when gas cost 36 cents per gallon, a Sports Illustrated magazine was 15 cents, an AMC Gremlin was... continued

Amarillo Slim, Third World Series of Poker Champion

Thomas “Amarillo Slim” Preston was a rounder who toured the country along with Doyle Brunson and Bryan “Sailor” Roberts. Although Preston finally retired to Amarillo, Texas he was born in Johnson,... continued

The First World Series of Poker Champions

When online poker was not even a dream, there were rounders. These poker players traveled around the country looking for big money poker games. Names like Johnny Moss, Tom “Amarillo Slim” Preston,... continued

Binion’s Poker Classic – Action Continues at Former Home of WSOP

As Las Vegas prepares to host another World Series of Poker, the former home of the WSOP is set for a tournament of its own. Binion’s Gambling Hall and Hotel (formerly The Horseshoe) was the original... continued

Caesar’s Palace Could be Next WSOP Home

With the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino scheduled for a date on the auction block, speculation has already begun to swirl about the possibility of Caesar’s Palace becoming the next home of the World... continued