Literally millions and millions of players are trying to be the next "mega star" in poker, but here is a short list of 4 of the more noteworthy "great players" of poker. Despite the fact that "nice" is connected with their names when you are sitting accross the table from them it is "no more Mr. Nice guy" until they have put you out of the game!
Daniel Negreanu
In 2004, his tourney earnings amounted to in the region of 4.4 million dollars and he captured 2 immensely respected awards in the World Series of Poker Player of the Year and Cardplayer Magazine’s Tourney Player of the Year. In Feb Two Thousand and Six he was chosen Card Player’s Favourite Poker Player. He still has the humility to speak with his fans about how they will be able to boost their own game.
Howard Lederer
Known as "The Professor" and brother of fellow poker professional Annie Duke. His accomplishments have lead to him making an instructional video named "Secrets of No Limit Hold’em" and co holding a tournament poker show for Fox. As of 2005, his complete life winnings surpass 2.7 million dollars.
Scotty Nguyen
Scott is 1 of the most active players in poker and between Two Thousand and 2004 he placed in the money in excess of 100 events. He is notorious for saying "yeah baby" during poker matches and also credited with the phrase "that’s poker baby" when alluding to a exceptionally bad beat. As of Two Thousand and Six, his career winnings are almost 6 million dollars.
Chris Ferguson
Chris has won 5 WSOP titles with 2 of his wins happening in 2003. Has the alias "Jesus" as a result of his characteristic long hair and beard, along with his ability to throw cards fast enough to cut through bananas and pickles. As of 2005 his total live poker tournament earnings exceeded $5 million.