• Micah Raskin

    Micah Raskin

    Old Westbury native and pro poker player Micah Raskin has certainly made a name for himself in the glitzy, high-stakes world of poker over the last ten years. These skills, in combination with his incredible record of consistency on the felt, account for over $2 million in lifetime live earnings and place him among the top 650 U.S. poker players, in a spot few ever reach. This biographical article will profile his life and career, as well as the unique qualities that have made him a figure in the poker world.

     

    Formative years and rise to power

     

    The poker journey of Raskin started in a humble way, plagued by slow success and skill-building rather than instant triumph. Active participation in local competitions since an early age helped him build a strong base that has seen him transition to bigger tournaments. Before long, his calm demeanor and mental acuity were getting him recognized in the poker world.

     

    He also placed 67th at the Doyle Brunson Five Diamond World Poker Classic at the Bellagio Resort & Casino during the 2007-2008 season for $28,905, another milestone in his career. This event kicked off a string of strong performances for the young pro, who would eventually secure recognition as a proven poker player.

     

    Best Tournament Results in Career

     

    Micah has long shown up on the leaderboards of major poker tournaments on a global scale throughout his Poker career. His knack for consistently winning in these fields attests to his profound understanding of all things poker and his disciplined approach.

     

    He has one notable result on the live tournament circuit: finishing in 18th place at WPT Legends of Poker (2010-2011) at The Bicycle Hotel & Casino for $15,500. This and other results, including a 15th-place finish at WPT Jacksonville for $17,524, solidified his seat at the big boys' table.

     

    Micah’s international results were confirmed by his 18th place at the famous Aviation Club de France for the 2013-2014 Bwin WPT Grand Prix de Paris (and $23,170). Unfortunately, for D'Agostino, the strong showing continues numerous in-the-money Borgata events in the books, which only serves to highlight his accomplishments and all-but-unmatched effort.

     

    Recent Triumphs

     

    Raskin's resume has only become more impressive in recent years with a handful of other achievements that belong in the same illustrious group:

    • Corresponding to January 2024: He scooped $14,811 for a 15th-place finish in the Borgata Winter Poker Open, proving he could mix it with the big field pros.
    • March 2024: he took 11th at WSOPC New York - $5,171 (his ability in bounty tournaments)
    • In April of 2024, he would finish 24th in the WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown for $1,400 in the black.
    • May 2024: Micah rebounded with an 81st-place cash for $6,755 at the Borgata Spring Poker Open.

    The first peak of the World Series of Poker (WSOP)

    Raskin has numerous deep cashes in WSOP events. He claimed victory in the $365 No Limit Hold'em Turbo event in June 2016, which earned him $9,706 at the Rio Daily Deepstacks. Furthermore, his 325th-place win for $44,700 in the WSOP Main Event in October 2023 is proof of his consistent winning record on some of the toughest tournament poker tables.

     

    Approach and Legacy

     

    Micah - The Calculated Poker Player Micah has a name that retires memories of the man associated with it - A genius poker player with a list of calculated bluffs and preventive moves to his credit. A man of few words and even fewer actions, he is considered the playing genius behind the no-nonsense style of play, where his elegant respect for the game has well worked out as his signature move. If anything, this is evidence of his complete dominance when playing the game (and also of the various ways in which this game can be played).

     

    What Was Done Over the Table

     

    Beyond simply table results, Raskin is thought highly of for the broader impact of his poker-world doings. He is very upfront about sharing his experiences and knowledge and makes it a safe space for new players to come on. While the competition was cutthroat, so, too, arguably were the entire four months of campaigning; throughout that time, The Mouth kept on winning and kept on putting his money where his mouth is as one of the preeminent symbols of dedication to the ideals of integrity and growth within the game of poker, on a personal level as much as a professional one.

     

    Micah Raskin's path in poker is a decade-long ode to his excellence and to the various sit and gos he has brought to the table. He is a recognized figure with over 5 million in live cash and many impressive scores. He is still one of the most revered and discussed participants in the fight game, and he still manages to make a mark on all his peers and the new blood in the game. A lasting legacy in poker that was the story of a lifetime dedicated to winning and giving back to the community.

     

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