Erik Seidel
Erik Seidel (born 6 november, 1959) is an American poker player who has a net worth of $49,911,077. [1]
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| Also known as | Sly, Seiborg |
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| Bio | |
| Nationality | American |
| Residence | Las Vegas, NV, USA |
| Birthplace | New York City, NY, USA |
| Age | November 6, 1959 (age 66) |
| Career | |
| Profession | Poker player |
| Playing style | Aggressive |
| Net worth | $49 million |
| Total cashes | 455 |
| Hand | Right-hamded |
| WSOP | |
| Winnings | 10 |
| Cashes | 160 |
| Bracelets | 10 |
| Final tables | 53 |
| Highest WSOP | 1st |
| WPT | |
| Titles | 1 |
| Final tables | 9 |
| Money finishes | 30 |
| EPT | |
| Titles | 1 |
| Final tables | 1 |
| Money finishes | 6 |
| Last Updated | 05.02.2026 |
Erik Seidel's biography
| Nationality | American |
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| Residence | Las Vegas, Nevada, USA |
| Born | November 6, 1959 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Family | |
| Wife | Ruah |
| Children | Jamesin, Elian |
Poker career
Erik Seidel is one of the most accomplished poker players to have ever played the game. He learned his trade playing in the famous Mayfair Club in New York. He has been a dominant force for almost four decades and is a true legend of poker.
World Series of Poker
| WSOP Bracelets | 10 |
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| Total WSOP Cashes | 160 |
| Total WSOP Earnings | $10,141,871 |
WSOP Bracelet Wins:
| Year | Event | Finish | Prize |
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| 1992 | $2,500 Limit Hold'em | 1st | $168,000 [2] |
| 1993 | $2,500 Limit Omaha Hi-Lo | 1st | $94,000 [3] |
| 1994 | $5,000 Limit Hold'em | 1st | $210,000 [4] |
| 1998 | $5,000 No-Limit 2-7 Draw | 1st | $132,750 [5] |
| 2001 | $3,000 No-Limit Hold'em | 1st | $411,300 [6] |
| 2003 | $1,500 Pot-Limit Omaha | 1st | $146,100 [7] |
| 2005 | $2,000 No-Limit Hold'em | 1st | $611,795 [8] |
| 2007 | $5,000 No-Limit 2-7 Draw Lowball | 1st | $538,835 [9] |
| 2021 | $10,000 Super MILLION$ High Roller (Online) | 1st | $982,755 [10] |
| 2023 | $50,000 Super High Roller (WSOP Paradise) | 1st | $1,704,400 [11] |
World Poker Tour
| Titles | 1 |
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| Final tables | 6 |
| Money finishes | 30 |
| Total WPT Earnings | $2,549,828 |
WPT titles:
| Year | Event | Finish | Prize |
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| 2008 | Foxwoods Poker Classic | 1st | $992,890 [12] |
European Poker Tour
| Titles | 1 |
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| Final tables | 1 |
| Money finishes | 6 |
EPT titles:
| Year | Event | Finish | Prize |
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| 2015 | EPT Monte Carlo Grand Final €100,000 Super High Roller | 1st | $2,222,222 [13] |
Erik Seidel’s profiles
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| Visit | |
| X (Twitter) | Visit |
| Wikipedia | Visit |
| Poker organizations | |
| WSOP | Visit |
| WPT | Visit |
| WPF | Visit |
| Poker websites | |
| Hendon Mob | Visit |
| Card Player | Visit |
| PokerNews | Visit |
| Poker Org | Visit |
| Global Poker Index | Visit |
FAQ
Who is Erik Seidel?
Erik Seidel is an American professional poker player who was born in New York City, but now resides in Las Vegas. He has 10 World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelets.
What Is Erik Seidel's net worth?
Erik Seidel total net worth is unavailable. However, he has over $49 million in tournament earnings.
What is Erik Seidel's biggest single tournament cash?
His biggest cash is $2,472,555 (A$2,500,000) for winning the A$250,000 Aussie Millions Super High Roller [14] in January 2011.
How much has Erik Seidel earned in his poker career?
Erik Seidel has earned $49,911,077 in total recorded earnings.
Is Erik Seidel actually left-handed poker player?
No information available.
How many WSOP bracelets has Erik Seidel won?
Erik Seidel has won 10 WSOP bracelets during his career.
Has Erik Seidel won any WPT titles?
Yes, he has won 1 WPT title.
References
- ↑ https://www.cardplayer.com/poker-players/735-erik-seidel
- ↑ https://www.wsop.com/tournaments/result/16672/
- ↑ https://www.wsop.com/tournaments/result/1648/
- ↑ https://www.wsop.com/tournaments/result/9962/
- ↑ https://www.wsop.com/tournaments/result/10582/
- ↑ https://www.wsop.com/tournaments/result/8566/
- ↑ https://www.wsop.com/tournaments/result/13461/
- ↑ https://www.wsop.com/tournaments/result/15343/
- ↑ https://www.wsop.com/tournaments/result/5533/
- ↑ https://www.wsop.com/tournaments/result/35317/
- ↑ https://www.wsop.com/tournaments/result/13582/
- ↑ https://www.worldpokertour.com/event/foxwoods-poker-classic-season-2007-2008
- ↑ https://pokerdb.thehendonmob.com/event.php?a=r&n=293071
- ↑ https://pokerdb.thehendonmob.com/event.php?a=r&n=52240