2007 World Series: HORSE dead meat

“I can’t see how you have so much wine and can play poker and not fall asleep.”

Nolan Dalla is more than the Media Director for the World Series. He is often its voice. via PokerStars.com Official Blog

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Sat, June 30th, 2007

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