Bryce Yockey

Bryce Mitsuo Yockey was born and raised in the United States, currently residing in Torrance, California. He began playing poker online before transitioning to live tournaments, quickly establishing himself as a versatile player skilled in various poker disciplines, particularly pot-limit Omaha and mixed games.

Yockey's first major breakthrough came at the 2017 World Series of Poker, where he won Event #55: $10,000 Pot-Limit Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better Championship for $511,147 and his first WSOP bracelet. Seven years later, he captured his second bracelet at the 2024 WSOP in Event #8: $5,000 Pot-Limit Omaha (8-Handed) for a career-best score of $606,654. In 2026, he added a third bracelet by winning Event #27: $10,000 Dealer's Choice Championship – 6-Handed for $371,664.

His largest live cash came as a runner-up finish in the 2024 $50,000 Poker Players Championship, earning $768,467. Other notable scores include 11th place in the 2022 WPT World Championship for $338,500 and 2nd place in a 2025 WSOP $1,500 Pot-Limit Omaha event for $204,425.

Yockey has consistently performed at the WSOP, accumulating 131 cashes and 30 final tables through 2026. He has cashed in numerous high roller events, including a 16th-place finish in the 2025 $100,000 Pot-Limit Omaha High Roller for $200,000. In 2026, he placed 24th in the $25,000 High Roller Pot-Limit Omaha for $69,531 and 20th in the $10,000 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better Championship for $21,336.

He also participated in WSOP Paradise events, cashing in the $10,000 8-Game Mix and $10,000 Super PLOSSUS in 2025.

Yockey has cashed seven times on the World Poker Tour, accumulating $575,350 in WPT earnings. His best results include 10th place in the 2014 Bay 101 Shooting Star for $49,740, 11th in the 2022 WPT World Championship for $338,500, and 25th in the 2023 WPT EveryOne for One Drop for $74,300. He also has cashes in WPT L.A. Poker Classic events.

At the 2019 WSOP $50,000 Poker Players Championship, deep with four players remaining, Yockey suffered one of the worst beats in poker history. In a hand of 2-7 Triple Draw, he held a pat #2 (a 2-3-4-5-7 low), but his opponent Josh Arieh drew perfect three times to make a wheel (A-2-3-4-5), eliminating Yockey in fourth place. The hand became widely discussed in the poker community.

Yockey is known for an extremely aggressive playing style, often applying constant pressure through position and table image. His strength lies in mixed games, where he adeptly exploits opponents' weaknesses. This high-risk approach leads to large pots and volatile outcomes. He has been nicknamed "The Pirate" by some fans for his nautical-themed outfits and outspoken personality, adding entertainment value to poker streams.

As of mid-2026, Yockey continues to compete at the highest levels, with multiple bracelet wins and high roller cashes in recent years. His live tournament earnings exceed $8.5 million, ranking him among the top American players. With three WSOP bracelets and a reputation for fearless play, Bryce Yockey remains a prominent figure in the poker world.

Yockey has also ventured into online poker, particularly in WSOP Online events. In the 2025 WSOP Online series, he cashed in several tournaments including Event #28: $500,000 GTD Mystery Bounty 6-Max (NLH), Event #27: PLO 6-Max Championship, and Event #13: $1,000,000 GTD Mystery Bounty, demonstrating his skill in both live and digital arenas.

At the inaugural WSOP Paradise in the Bahamas in 2025, Yockey recorded three cashes. He finished 52nd in the $2,500 WSOP Circuit Championship Mystery Bounty for $7,500, 30th in the $10,000 Super PLOSSUS for $22,000, and 18th in the $10,000 8-Game Mix 6-Handed for $21,000. These results added over $50,000 to his career earnings and showcased his adaptability in exotic locations.

Beyond his bracelet wins, Yockey has compiled an impressive statistical resume. As of mid-2026, his live tournament earnings exceed $8.5 million, ranking him 291st on the all-time money list and 146th among United States players. He has 131 WSOP cashes, 30 final tables, and 3 bracelets. On the World Poker Tour, he has 7 cashes for $575,350, including a 10th-place finish in the 2014 Bay 101 Shooting Star. His consistent performance across multiple disciplines cements his status as a top-tier professional.