Maas Wells

Maas Wells, also known as Taylor Maas, began his poker journey as a recreational player, starting with low-stakes home games and micro-stakes online. After being a break-even player for years, he committed to serious study in mid-2018, leveraging his background as an actuary and his analytical mindset. He transitioned to mid-stakes online and higher buy-in live events, while balancing a full-time career as an actuary, husband, and father of twins.

Wells is known for his tight-aggressive style, with strengths in ICM and game theory. He simplifies complex concepts for recreational players, offering coaching at $75/hour. His study methods include watching Twitch streams, using training sites like LearnProPoker and RangeTrainerPro, and practicing GTO strategies. He has been a consistent winner with a positive ROI for seven consecutive years.

Wells has four recorded WSOP cashes, with his best finish being 10th in the $1,110 MSPT Minnesota Main Event in 2026 for $11,743. His other notable results include:

• 122nd in 2024 WSOP Event #67: $500 SALUTE to Warriors ($1,813)
• 51st in 2023 MSPT Main Event ($2,683)
• 830th in 2023 WSOP Event #39: $1,500 MONSTER STACK ($2,626)

Total career earnings from live and online events amount to $18,865.

Wells is an active member of the RecPoker community, contributing to podcasts, content creation, and home games. He is known for his humble approach, calling himself a recreational player despite his achievements. His journey from break-even to consistent winner serves as an inspiration for aspiring players focused on steady improvement.