Danny Fisher
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Danny Fisher is an American poker player known for his aggressive style and strong results in both cash games and tournaments. He has over $143,000 in WSOP cashes and recently finished 4th in the Potomac Winter Poker Open Main Event for $66,695. Fisher's career highlights include multiple WSOP final tables and a memorable bad beat in 2025 when his pocket aces were cracked on the river.
Early Career and WSOP Cashes
Danny Fisher, also recorded as Daniel Fisher in WSOP databases, is an American poker player who has been active in tournaments since at least 2015. His WSOP.com profile shows 13 cashes, 2 final tables, and total live earnings of $143,831. Notable WSOP results include:
- Event #61: The Little One for One Drop (2015): 94th place for $4,222
- Event #57: $1,000 No-Limit Hold'em (2015): 115th place for $2,516
- Event #5: THE COLOSSUS (2015): 1,861st place for $1,521
- Event #68: $1,000 Million Dollar Bounty (2022): 1,208th place for $1,466
- Event #9: $600 Deepstack (2019): 525th place for $1,257
- BIG 50 – $500 No-Limit Hold'em (2019): 2,268th place for $1,102
He also cashed on the WSOP Circuit, with a 3rd-place finish at Horseshoe Baltimore in 2015 for $93,505.
Recent Tournament Success
In February 2025, Fisher made a deep run in the $3,000 Potomac Winter Poker Open Main Event. The tournament attracted 401 entrants, and Fisher finished in 4th place for $66,695. During the final table, he suffered a brutal beat when his pocket aces were cracked by Nolan Hanessian's pocket sevens on the river. Despite the loss, Fisher shook hands and left graciously.
Earlier that month, Fisher also took 2nd place in a $1,200 Purple Chip Bounty event, losing to Christian Harder and picking up extra bullets for the main event.
Playing Style
Personality and Reputation
Known for his sharp wit, Fisher often cracks jokes at the table. In a 2025 article, he was noted for joking with Tom Karle and NFL star Calais Campbell, showing a lighthearted side despite the competitive environment. He is respected by peers for his skill and sportsmanship.
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