James Pillon Versus Phil Kessel

James Pillon opens to 1,100 and Phil Kessel defends from the big blind.

Both players check the flop leading to the turn. Kessel bets 700 and Pillon makes the call.

Kessel continues for 1,500 on the river. Pillon raises to 4,000 and Kessel mucks.

Pillon tells his opponent that while Kessel may be the better hockey player he is the better poker player as he drags in the pot.

Phil Kessel – 46,500 (93 bb)

James Pillon – 67,000 (134 bb)