A new chapter in poker history is set to begin in four months. The World Series of Poker (WSOP), which is entering its 53rd year, will move to the Las Vegas Strip for the first time, while the historic Horseshoe brand will return by taking the place of Bally’s. As the page turns from the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, WSOP officials have a unique opportunity to revamp one of their antiquated products – the Poker Hall of Fame (PHoF).
Below I offer five things I believe the WSOP should implement in 2022 to make the PHoF even more respectable in the eyes of players, industry professionals, and perhaps most importantly, the fans.