David ODB Baker

David Baker was born on July 14, 1972, in Connecticut, and later earned a finance degree from Auburn University. He was introduced to poker in college and began playing pot-limit Omaha at casinos in New Orleans in the mid-1990s, eventually playing at underground casinos in Houston. In 2004, he turned professional.

Baker's first WSOP cash came in 2004 in a $2,500 Limit Hold'em event (18th place). He made his first WSOP final table in 2007. His breakout came in 2010 with seven WSOP cashes, including a 17th-place finish in the Main Event ($396,967). He won his first bracelet in 2012 in the $2,500 Eight Game Mix ($271,312), defeating Greg Mueller heads-up. He added a second bracelet in 2019 in $1,500 Limit Hold'em ($161,139), a third in 2023 in $1,500 Razz ($152,991), and a fourth in 2025 in the $5,000 Seniors High-Roller ($646,845). As of 2025, he has 28 WSOP final tables and 162 money finishes.

Baker captured his first World Poker Tour title in March 2019, winning the $10,000 WPT LAPC Main Event for $1,015,000—his largest single cash. In 2015, he finished third in the $50,000 Poker Players Championship for $514,926. His total live tournament earnings exceed $8.3 million.

Baker is known for a creative and aggressive style, particularly in mixed games. He adapts his approach based on opponents, tightening against loose players and applying pressure on tight opponents. His ability to read opponents and exploit positional advantages makes him a formidable competitor.

Baker's nickname "ODB" (Original David Baker) distinguishes him from fellow pro David "Bakes" Baker. He is respected for his deep mixed-game knowledge and his engaging personality at the tables. He continues to compete at the highest levels, inspiring aspiring players with his disciplined yet flexible approach.