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Aaron Johnson is an American professional poker player from Minnesota who secured his place in poker history in December 2025 by winning the WPT Prime Championship at Wynn Las Vegas.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
With approaching $4,000,000 in total live tournament earnings, according to The Hendon Mob, Johnson has become a dominant force in mid-to-high stakes No Limit Hold’em. On December 20, 2025, he outlasted a massive field of 9,876 entries to win the World Poker Tour (WPT) Prime Championship for a career-best score of $1,010,400. This victory followed a deal made during an intense three-hour heads-up battle against Fernando Martin Del Campo.
Prior to this seven-figure score, Johnson’s previous career-best result was a runner-up finish in the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) $1,500 Monster Stack for $732,329. He is also a highly decorated player on the Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT), recently winning the 2025 MSPT Chicago Main Event for $92,000. These consistent results across major tours have significantly bolstered his poker net worth and status on the All-Time Money List.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from and currently residing in Red Wing, Minnesota, Johnson is a prolific grinder who has built a massive resume over the last decade. While he is a legend in the Midwestern United States circuit, ranking 6th on the Minnesota All-Time Money List, he has successfully translated that regional dominance to the global stage in Las Vegas. Known for his incredible work rate, Johnson has recorded over 270 individual tournament cashes, ranging from small daily events to world-class championships.
Play Style & Strategy
Johnson is recognized for a resilient and highly adaptable play style. During his WPT Prime Championship run, he demonstrated elite mental stamina, overcoming a massive chip disadvantage at the start of heads-up play to eventually secure the title. He is particularly skilled at navigating massive fields, a talent proven by his deep runs in both the WSOP Monster Stack and the record-breaking WPT Prime field. His strategy balances aggressive final table pressure with the patience required for multi-day endurance events, making him one of the most respected “volume” players in the modern game.
