We’ve all heard the instruction from tournament directors to dealers to “Shuffle up and deal!” It’s poker’s traditional kickoff, opening tip, first pitch, and starting flag.
Sometimes such as at the World Series of Poker others are honored with the task, which can occasionally lead to some interesting variations on the theme. A few of us still remember that time at the 2010 WSOP when Dallas Cowboys legendary running back Emmitt Smith told dealers to “Shuffle up and play!”
Occasionally more creative TD’s have found other imaginative variations on the call, telling dealers to “blend ‘em and send ‘em!