New Poker TV Series on the Way
Pro level poker at the global level is only getting bigger these days as it continues to leverage on the success of its past earnings from online poker popularity and build a whole culture around the game itself. More akin to a sport these days, TV is a natural place for poker and there are definitely some major events out there which poker fans regularly get into, one of them being shows where actual cash is at stake. In fact, big networks are now getting in on the act with FOX airing a Poker Stars show called High Stakes Poker that will be airing in most markets at around 2 in the morning. There are now all sorts of people competing these days and bringing a whole new style to the game, both young and old players alike. According to poker pro Barry Greenstein, many younger players will be looking to sell pieces because they have a network while older players are generally going to be accustomed to being on their own.
With the backers coming in on the scene, things are getting heated and really providing some more spice and depth to the shows that feature poker games, coming in like a sport closer to pro racing and other sponsor oriented events and leagues. As the games and leagues get more complex, the sport could begin to build a lot more momentum say analysts and this could change things, leading to more broadcasts at more traditional time slots than are currently available.