{"id":33930,"date":"2020-03-17T19:49:53","date_gmt":"2020-03-17T20:49:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pokerscout.com\/?p=33930"},"modified":"2020-03-18T13:46:43","modified_gmt":"2020-03-18T13:46:43","slug":"poker-schedule-us-online-poker-sites-add-events-in-light-of-coronavirus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pokerscout.com\/poker-schedule-us-online-poker-sites-add-events-in-light-of-coronavirus\/","title":{"rendered":"POKER SCHEDULE: US Online Poker Sites Add Events in Light of Coronavirus"},"content":{"rendered":"
Poker players around the world are finding some extra time on their hands after numerous tournaments<\/strong> have been cancelled and casinos shut down. Those in self-quarantine may now be looking to play some cards online.<\/p>\n With the news of continued tournament postponements and casino closings, online operators<\/strong> have moved to fill the gaps. Players around the world will be looking to open a mobile device<\/strong> or laptop<\/strong> for some poker.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s a complete guide<\/strong> on what to expect in the coming days. USPoker<\/i> will continue to update this guide<\/strong> as more events and promotions are announced.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Those in self quarantine lockdown don\u2019t have to worry about germs when it comes to the virtual tables. While American online players<\/strong> have limited options, there are four states<\/strong> currently offering legalized online poker.<\/p>\n The markets are still small in comparison to large international platforms. However, there have been some positive signs of growth in recent months. Here\u2019s a look at what to expect and where to play.<\/p>\n Players in New Jersey have a few options when it comes to online poker. Here are the options in the state:<\/p>\n When it comes to playing in the state that\u2019s home to the World Series of Poker, players have one option in Nevada. WSOP.com offers players plenty of cash game and tournament action with a shared liquidity market with WSOP and 888poker in New Jersey and Delaware.<\/p>\n So far only one operator has gone live in Pennsylvania. PokerStars PA<\/strong> has proven popular since launching in November. The site also partners with FOX Bet in the state for sports betting. Players utilizing the FOX Bet\u2019s<\/strong> new player offer will earn a free $20<\/strong> for signing up that can be used for poker or sports betting.<\/p>\n It may be small, but Delaware does offer some online poker opportunities. The sites offering poker include: Doverdowns.com; Delawarepark.com; and Harringtonraceway.com<\/b>. All online poker in the state, however, is run through 888poker<\/strong>. The platform has a shared liquidity<\/strong> market with New Jersey and Nevada.<\/p>\n Those in other states have more limited options when it comes to online poker. Sweepstakes poker<\/strong> sites offer players a chance to play for cash and prizes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Global Poker<\/strong> may be an option for players in other states (and much of Canada<\/a> as well). The company\u2019s model is based on social gaming<\/strong>. Players can purchase Gold Coins<\/strong> for ring games<\/strong> and tournaments<\/strong>.<\/p>\n As a bonus, players receive Sweeps Coins<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 which can be used in tournaments and ring games. Unlike Gold Coins, Sweeps Coins can be redeemed for cash prizes. New players can earn a free $20 Sweeps Coin package with a\u00a0 verified account.<\/p>\nWhere can you play online poker?<\/span><\/h2>\n
New Jersey<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Nevada<\/span><\/h3>\n
Pennsylvania<\/span><\/h3>\n
Delaware<\/span><\/h3>\n
Other states<\/span><\/h3>\n