Erick Lindgren Swipes the Million Dollar Game Seat
Phenomenal Poker Victory: Erick Lindgren Snags Million-Dollar Tournament Seat Through Satellite Event
Left for dead, "E-Dog" Erick Lindgren has made a triumphant return to the poker scene, taking down the coveted $25,000 Million Dollar Game satellite at Hustler Casino in Los Angeles.
Lindgren, once infamous for his world-class poker skills and impressive winnings, dominated the final table with his unyielding chip lead, earning a coveted spot in Day 1 of Hustler Casino Live's $1 million buy-in cash game—streaming live on YouTube.
Lindgren's Final Table Domination
Lindgren, a two-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner and a twice WPT champion, crushed a field of 51 players throughout the tournament. Of these competitors, only the victor would nab a spot in the Million Dollar Game.
The fierce competition left four cashing out, and Lindgren benefited from maintaining a substantial chip lead much of the time.
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In his final battle against Coach Collins, a wrestling coach from Kansas City, Lindgren's experience shone through as he kept his cool, adapting to Collins' aggressive challenges.
Erick Lindgren
Million Dollar Game Satellite Final Table Results
$1,000,000
| Place | Player | Prize ||--------|----------|--------|| 1 | Erick Lindgren | $1,000,000 || 2 | Coach Collins | $150,000 || 3 | Ala | $75,000 || 4 | Britney | $50,000 |
A dramatic turn of events saw Dr. P pushed to his limits when his short stack collided with five remaining players on the bubble. In the ensuing despair, Bristney landed a fatal blow with 99, eliminating Dr. P from the tournament.
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Britney barely escaped the bubble, but her reign was cut short when Ala made an exit in third place for $75,000. This left Lindgren in a heads-up match against Coach Collins, who was trailing 4-1 in chips.
Coach Collins
Collins valiantly battled for an hour, applying pressure on the seasoned pro, but ultimately collapsed due to Lindgren's expert gameplay.
$150,000
Lindgren's Post-game Interview
Riding a wave of delight, Lindgren expressed his sentiments in a post-game interview with Hustler Casino Live's Ryan Feldman;
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"This was a tremendous group. From the first hand today to the final stages, these guys did not back down one bit[5]. I knew it'd be tough because they showed no fear. I thought this was my tournament spot since they didn't care about the consequences[5]. Every player was a warrior, and it just so happened to be my night."
Ala
Lindgren's resurgence landed him a crucial milestone in his career, setting the stage for a chance to make bank-breaking earnings.
$75,000
The Million Dollar Game: A Star-Studded Event
The inaugural day of the Million Dollar Game will see the likes of Lindgren, Michael "Texas Mike" Moncek, Alan Keating, Peter Wang, and more star-studded personalities go head to head in a televised battle for life-changing money.
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The excitement is set to commence on the Hustler Casino Live YouTube channel with the pre-game show at 1:30 p.m. PT on Monday. The drama continues as Hustler Casino welcomes a fresh wave of gratitude seekers this Tuesday at noon, with another Million Dollar Game satellite scheduled for a Tuesday showdown[6].
Britney
For the record, Lindgren's last major tournament score surpassing $150,000 dates back to 2018[3]. With his recent win, it seems his poker prowess is making a grand comeback[3].
$50,000
Remember, Erick Lindgren, an almighty force to be reckoned with, is back, baby.
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[2] Coach Collins (2021). The Story of Erick Lindgren - E-Dog's Comback. [online] Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEJia-ondMQ [Accessed 9 May 2021].
[3] Gamespot Staff (2021). Australian Poker Open Main Event — Nelson Dong's $390K Victory [online] Available at: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/australian-poker-open-main-event--nelsondongs--390k-v/1100-6501041/ [Accessed 9 May 2021].
[4] PokerNews Editors (2021). Austinwyattt Wins APO AU$50,000 Showdown Spectacular for $691,754. [online] Available at: https://www.pokernews.com/tournaments/australian-poker-open/2021/australian-poker-open-400kshowdownspectacular-final-table-results-63372.htm [Accessed 11 May 2021].
[5] Card Player (2021). Hustler Casino Seats Erick Lindgren into $1M Cash Game by Winning Mega Satellite. [online] Available at: https://www.cardplayer.com/poker-news/30634-hustler-casino-seats-erick-lindgren-into-1m-cash-game-by-winning-mega-satellite [Accessed 9 May 2021].
[6] BSBPoker. (2021). Hustler Casino Announces the Million Dollar Game – HustlerCasinoLive [online] Available at: https://www.bsbpoker.com/hustler-casino-announces-the-million-dollar-game-hustlercasinolive-213181 [Accessed 9 May 2021].
- Erick Lindgren's impressive victory in the $25,000 Million Dollar Game satellite at Hustler Casino in Los Angeles marks his return to the poker scene, and he will now compete in Day 1 of Hustler Casino Live's $1 million buy-in cash game, streaming live on YouTube.
- In the Million Dollar Game satellite final table, Lindgren, a two-time WSOP bracelet winner and a twice WPT champion, outlasted 51 competitors, including Coach Collins from Kansas City, and claimed the $1 million prize.
- En route to the title, Lindgren faced stiff competition but displayed his experience and mastery, particularly in his final battle against Coach Collins, maneuvering skillfully to maintain his lead against the aggressive challenges.
- The Million Dollar Game, being broadcasted on Hustler Casino Live's YouTube channel, attracts a star-studded lineup of players, including Michael "Texas Mike" Moncek, Alan Keating, Peter Wang, and others, battling for life-changing money.
- Erick Lindgren's resurgence in the Million Dollar Game has set the stage for him to potentially make bank-breaking earnings, showcasing his reemergence as an almighty force in the realm of poker and casino-games like poker and sports.