Mikhail BadSeed Savinov

A veteran of the GipsyTeam editorial team. Previously worked as deputy editor-in-chief of 64 Chess Review, football reporter, assistant professor of genetics and a gardener. In poker and poker journalism since 2007. Once played on a WSOP final table with Phil Helmut. In 2022 he was ranked in the top 100 in the world sports Chess ranking and top 99.9% in blitz on lichess. Pretends to specialize in pot-limit Omaha.

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Jared Bleznick Gives Expert Insight on WSOP 2-7 Single Draw Event

Nick Schulman continues to reign supreme in the purest form of poker, but he's not the only one playing brilliant hands. The amazing folds and sensational calls are explained by Jared Bleznick, the latest contender for the title of best World Series of Poker commentator.
John Apestyles: 63s is Underrated & People Study Spots That Don't Matter

The latest guest on Jennifer Shahade's The Grid podcast is the legendary John "apestyles" van Fleet . The perennial player, coach, and author of poker books talks about his strengths and weaknesses, his love of bluffing, and his passion for chess.
Backer of Two WSOP Main Event Finalists: Everyone Should Be Buying Pieces

Derek Walters spoke on the Table 1 podcast about the fundamental differences between fully backed and buying shares, shared his poker story, and gave advice to buyers and sellers of shares at the 2025 World Series.