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Greg Mueller is a legendary poker professional from Canada who was a pro hockey player before he found success at the card table. Often called “Full Boat,” Mueller is known for his big personality and his amazing skills in many different types of poker games. He is a multi-time champion who has proven he can compete with the best in the world for over twenty years. Based in Vancouver, he remains one of the most respected and successful players in Canadian poker history.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Greg Mueller has total live earnings of nearly $3.6 million. He is famous for being a specialist in Limit Hold’em and Mixed Games, which has helped him win three gold bracelets at the WSOP . His first two titles came in the same year, 2009, when he won both a $10,000 World Championship Limit Hold’em for $460,841 and a $1,500 Limit Hold’em – Shootout event for $194,909 just ten days apart.
In 2019, he added a third bracelet to his collection by winning the $10,000 H.O.R.S.E. Championship event, taking home $425,347. Mueller has also seen great success in other major series. He has several final table appearances on the WPT , including a 4th place finish at the 2006 World Poker Challenge for $142,285.
Biography & Poker Background
Greg Mueller was born in 1971 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Before he was a poker star, he spent nine years playing professional ice hockey in Germany and minor leagues in North America. When his hockey career ended, he brought that same competitive drive to the poker room. He started out playing in local games in Canada before moving up to the highest stakes in Las Vegas. Because of his athletic background, he is known for having great physical stamina during long tournament days. He is a very social player who likes to talk at the table, making him a favorite for television cameras and fans alike.
Play Style & Strategy
Mueller is known for a powerful and steady style of play. While many modern players rely only on math and computers, Greg uses his experience and his ability to read people. He is an expert in “limit” games where the betting is more structured, but he can also play very aggressively in big tournaments. He is often praised for his “mental toughness,” a trait he says he learned from his days on the ice. He does not get frustrated easily and is very good at staying patient until he finds the right moment to strike. This makes him a very dangerous opponent in “Mixed Game” tournaments where the rules change every few hands.
Social Media & Online Presence
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