Literally countless of people are trying to be the next "mega star" in poker, but here is a short rundown on four of the more famous "great guys" of poker. Despite the fact that "nice" is connected with their names when you are playing them it’s "no more Mr. Nice guy" until they have put you out of the competition!
Daniel Negreanu
In 2004, his tournament payouts added up to in excess of four and a half million dollars and he captured two immensely respected awards in the WSOP Player of the Year and Cardplayer Magazine’s Competition Player of the Year. In Feb 2006 he was chosen Card Player’s Favourite Poker Player. Daniel even still has the humility to speak to his admirers about how they can advance their own game.
Howard Lederer
Referred to as "The Professor" and brother of fellow poker professional Annie Duke. His accomplishments have lead to him making an educational video called "Secrets of No Limit Hold’em" and co holding a tournament poker show for Fox TV. As of Two Thousand and Five, his total life time earnings exceed 2.7 million dollars.
Scotty Nguyen
Scott is 1 of the most active players in poker and between Two Thousand and Two Thousand and Four he placed in the money in excess of one hundred tournaments. He’s notorious for saying "yeah baby" throughout poker matches and also credited with the phrase "that’s poker baby" when referring to a exceptionally bad defeat. As of 2006, his life time winnings are almost $6 million.
Chris Ferguson
Chris has captured five WSOP titles with 2 of his successes coming in Two Thousand and Three. Has the nickname "Jesus" as a result of his characteristic long hair and beard, along with his ability to toss cards fast enough to cut through bananas and pickles. As of Two Thousand and Five his total live poker tournament winnings exceeded 5 million dollars.