In the cool, calculated world of high-stakes poker, Nick Schulman doesn’t need to raise his voice. His chips — and his results — speak for him. As the 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) unfolds at the Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas, Schulman has once again positioned himself for greatness. Now chasing WSOP bracelet No. 7, the 39-year-old New Yorker has made Day 2 in Event #20: $1,500 Limit 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw, and the poker world is watching closely.
For Schulman, this isn’t about redemption or a comeback — it’s simply another chapter in a legacy built on patience, precision, and unparalleled skill in the most unforgiving formats of the game. Whether it’s triple draw, stud, or no-limit hold’em, Schulman has mastered them all. And as he quietly chips away at another deep run in a field that started with 566 players, he’s reminding everyone why he’s one of the most respected mixed-game players in modern poker.
Schulman’s WSOP 2025 Run: Still in the Hunt
Schulman ended Day 1 of Event #20: $1,500 Limit 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw with a healthy stack of 165,000 chips, good for 11th in chips out of the 123 survivors. The event drew a robust field of seasoned pros and aspiring bracelet winners, and the fast-paced triple draw format ensured plenty of action.
The field will return on June 4 at 1 p.m. local time to battle it out for the bracelet and the $132,906 top prize. With only 85 players scheduled to make the money, the pressure is on from the first hand of Day 2. And with Schulman’s experience and poise, few would bet against him to navigate the minefield ahead.
A Quiet Legend: Schulman’s Poker Journey
Nick Schulman’s poker resume is both elite and eclectic. With over $16.2 million in live tournament earnings and six WSOP bracelets, he’s established himself as a master technician — especially in formats where few dare to tread.
His first major victory came way back in 2005, when a then-21-year-old Schulman stunned the poker world by taking down the WPT World Poker Finals at Foxwoods for $2.1 million. That win catapulted him into the spotlight, but Schulman never sought fame — only excellence.
Over the next two decades, Schulman would grind high-stakes cash games, crush mixed-game formats, and become a beloved commentator. His voice became synonymous with the WSOP broadcasts, offering insight with a mix of gravitas and dry wit that only someone who’s “been there” could deliver.
Despite being revered in commentary booths, it’s the felt where Schulman truly belongs. His six WSOP bracelets span a wide range of variants:
- 2009 – $10,000 World Championship No-Limit 2-7 Draw Lowball
- 2012 – $10,000 No-Limit 2-7 Draw Lowball
- 2019 – $10,000 Pot-Limit Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better
- 2022 – $10,000 No-Limit 2-7 Draw Lowball (again)
- 2023 – $1,500 Seven Card Stud
- 2024 – $10,000 H.O.R.S.E. Championship
Schulman’s mixed-game dominance makes him a rare force in an increasingly hold’em-centric world. While others chase glory in the big-field no-limit events, Schulman chips away at the core of poker’s heritage, tournament by tournament, variant by variant.
The Event: A Pure Test of Skill
Event #20, the $1,500 Limit 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw, is not for the faint of heart or the inexperienced. It’s a draw game where players can discard and draw new cards three times in an attempt to make the best possible low hand — with the optimal being 7-5-4-3-2.
No community cards. No showy all-ins. Just pure reading ability, mathematical precision, and an intimate understanding of how betting patterns evolve across three draw streets. These are Schulman’s tools — and in this event, he’s in his element.
Other notable players returning for Day 2 include Yuri Dzivielevski (298,000) who leads the field, Scott Bohlman, Chino Rheem, and David “ODB” Baker — all respected names in the mixed-game community.
A Field Full of Killers
While Schulman is certainly one of the headliners, this field is stacked with other sharks looking for WSOP gold. Brazil’s Yuri Dzivielevski is fresh off a deep run in Event #9 and holds the overnight chip lead. His aggressive yet balanced style makes him a dangerous opponent for anyone in this field.
Also lurking is Scott Bohlman, a seasoned mixed-game grinder, and Chino Rheem, known for his fearless aggression. With just 85 players making the money, the Day 2 dynamics will be brutal — a slow-structured bloodbath of limit betting and carefully timed aggression.
Schulman will need to rely on his years of experience and his ability to stay emotionally even — traits that have defined his poker career — if he hopes to navigate this dangerous draw.
Schulman’s Legacy: More Than Just Bracelets
What sets Nick Schulman apart isn’t just his titles — it’s how he wins them. His demeanor is calm, his play is methodical, and his instincts are sharp. He isn’t chasing clout on social media, nor is he trying to build a streaming empire. Schulman plays poker the way it was meant to be played — as a game of wits, patience, and integrity.
In an era of influencer pros and content creation, Schulman remains refreshingly old-school. And that’s why, when he’s deep in a WSOP event, people notice. Not because he shouts about it, but because people know what it means when he’s still in the hunt.
A seventh bracelet would tie him with legends like Billy Baxter and Men Nguyen — and put him just one behind modern-era greats like Phil Ivey and Erik Seidel. But Schulman isn’t one for comparisons. He’s chasing perfection, not popularity.
Final Thoughts
As the 2025 WSOP rolls on, Nick Schulman’s run in Event #20 is one of the most compelling storylines of the summer. With six bracelets already in his possession, he’s poised to deepen his legacy in one of the purest poker variants out there — Triple Draw Lowball.
Whether or not he bags gold this time, Schulman’s presence reminds us what elite poker looks like: quiet confidence, world-class decision-making, and total command over multiple disciplines of the game. That’s not just rare — that’s legendary.
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