Nathaniel Greenwald

Nathaniel R. Greenwald was an American semi-professional poker player known for his participation in World Series of Poker (WSOP) events, particularly in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) and mixed-game formats. Born in Chicago, Illinois, he later lived in Highland Park, New Jersey, and New York City. He balanced his poker pursuits with a career as an equity technical writer. Greenwald passed away on August 11, 2022, at the age of 49.

Greenwald's WSOP record spans from 2014 to 2022, with ten documented in-the-money finishes. His best result came in 2022 during Event #53: $5,000 Mixed No-Limit Hold'em/Pot-Limit Omaha (8-Handed) at the WSOP, where he placed 103rd out of 788 entrants, earning $8,010—his largest single payout. Other notable finishes include:

• 2020 WSOP Online (US Domestic) – Event #15: PLO 8-Max HR: 17th place, $4,409
• 2021 WSOP Online – Event #21: PLO 6-Handed: 16th place, $2,827
• 2014 WSOP – Event #37: $1,500 Pot-Limit Omaha: 83rd place, $2,924
• 2015 WSOP – Event #26: $1,000 Pot-Limit Omaha: 97th place, $2,176
• 2016 WSOP – Event #19: $1,000 Pot-Limit Omaha: 67th place, $2,367

He accumulated total WSOP earnings of $27,934 across all cashes. According to his obituary, he earned his first POY (Player of the Year) points at a WSOP event shortly before his passing.

While specific details of Greenwald's playing style are not widely documented, his consistent participation in Pot-Limit Omaha events and mixed games suggests a preference for complex, multi-street games requiring strategic adaptability. He participated in both live and online WSOP events, indicating versatility across formats.

Outside poker, Greenwald was an equity technical writer for SEI in Pennsylvania. He was an animal lover and enjoyed searching for old car parts. He is survived by his brothers, girlfriend, and other family members. Greenwald's memory is honored by his family and the poker community, who remember him as a dedicated semi-professional player who balanced his passion for the game with his professional career.