CCPT 2026 Summary – Event 7- October 28, 2026

Poker, Popcorn, Technology Troubles and a Premature Shuffle!

Joe’s Poker Palace — Bedell, NB

The Carleton County Poker Tour rolled into Joe’s Poker Palace on October 28 for another evening of cards, competition, questionable decisions, and enough laughter to remind everyone why we keep showing up.

There were some impressive poker performances, a few memorable blunders, and even a technological rescue mission. And through it all, the battle for the CCPT championship continued to heat up.

One thing is certain: you don’t need to play great poker to have a great poker night!

Joe’s Poker Palace: Great Popcorn, Questionable Technology

First, credit where credit is due. Joe once again rolled out the hospitality, including his legendary popcorn. If the CCPT ever introduces a snack championship, Joe might already have the trophy locked up.

Unfortunately, his poker timer wasn’t quite as cooperative.

Watching retired Joe wrestle with the technology was entertainment in itself. Buttons were pushed, patience was tested, and the timer apparently decided it wasn’t interested in participating.

Eventually, Asbell stepped in to save the day, proving that every poker group needs at least one person capable of negotiating with modern electronics.

Joe may be leading the poker championship, but the technology championship clearly belongs to Asbell!

The Poker: Pete Wins the Cash, Joe Wins the Points

Once the technology was under control and the popcorn was flowing, the serious business of poker began.

Well, as serious as this group ever gets.

Pete came out swinging, capturing Game 1 and returning to win Game 3. Two victories in one evening made Pete the big cash winner with $80, proving that when Pete gets rolling, the rest of the table had better protect their chips.

Asbell wasn’t about to let Pete have all the glory, taking Game 2 and finishing tied with Pete at 16 points. Apparently fixing Joe’s timer wasn’t enough of a contribution for one evening!

But the night’s points champion was none other than our host, Joe.

Joe didn’t win a single regular poker game. Instead, he collected three consecutive second-place finishes, quietly accumulating points while everyone else fought over the victories.

When the chips were counted, Joe had 19 points and $60, enough to take the night’s points crown.

Not bad for a guy who couldn’t get the timer started!

October 28 Results

SuperPush: Where Skill Takes a Vacation!

The final game of the evening was the CCPT favourite known as SuperPush, our version of Chase the Ace.

Forget carefully calculated bets, reading opponents, or sophisticated poker strategy. In SuperPush, everyone gets one card, and the objective is simple: don’t get stuck holding the lowest card!

Players try to pass their cards and avoid being the unfortunate soul left holding the loser. Eventually, one lucky survivor walks away with five points, while everyone else gets nothing but another story about how badly the cards treated them.

There are no finishing positions, no consolation points, and precious little room for poker genius.

It’s a game where luck rules, strategy takes a coffee break, and everyone suddenly becomes an expert in explaining why they lost.

This time, Lady Luck smiled on Dan, who survived the chaos and walked away with the five-point prize.

And speaking of Dan…

Dan Invents a New Poker Rule: Shuffle First, Finish Later!

Perhaps the biggest laugh of the evening came courtesy of Dan.

In a moment that may live forever in CCPT folklore, Dan decided it was time to shuffle the deck.

There was just one small problem.

THE HAND WAS STILL BEING PLAYED!

Apparently, Dan had decided that the current hand had gone on long enough and everyone should simply move on.

Cards were gathered, the deck was reshuffled, and the rest of the table was left wondering whether Dan had invented a revolutionary new poker strategy.

The laughter was immediate.

Was it impatience? A momentary lapse in concentration? Or an ingenious attempt to eliminate a difficult hand?

Only Dan knows for sure.

Fortunately, the CCPT rulebook doesn’t appear to contain a penalty for premature shuffling. At least not yet.

One thing is certain: Dan may have won SuperPush, but his greatest contribution to the evening was providing a story that will probably be brought up at every future poker night.

The Championship Race: Joe Extends His Lead!

While the laughter was plentiful, there was also some serious business taking place.

The 2026 CCPT championship race remains very much alive, with Joe, Tony, and Dan battling for bragging rights at the top of the leaderboard.

Updated 2026 Standings

Joe vs. Tony: The Battle at the Top

Joe’s 19-point performance increased his championship lead over Tony to five points.

Tony managed 12 points for the evening, a respectable showing, but certainly not enough to keep Joe from widening the gap.

Joe now sits at 97 points, with Tony chasing at 92.

Five points might not sound like much, but with every game counting, the pressure is building.

Of course, the next event is scheduled for Tony’s Poker Palace, where Tony will have the home-table advantage.

Joe might want to bring his popcorn. Tony will be looking to serve up something considerably less enjoyable!

Dan: The Dangerous Third Wheel

Dan remains firmly in third place with 83 points, just nine behind Tony and 14 behind Joe.

His SuperPush victory helped keep him in the conversation, even if his premature shuffle suggested he might occasionally be playing a different game from everyone else.

If Joe and Tony spend too much time watching each other, Dan could quietly sneak past them both.

Assuming he remembers to let everyone finish their hands!

Pete and Asbell: The Midfield Battle Heats Up

Pete’s two victories were a reminder that he is capable of dominating a poker evening when the cards cooperate.

His 16-point performance moved him to 42 points for the season, while Asbell’s equally impressive night brought him to 36.

With Duane sitting at 35, there’s a very interesting little battle developing in the middle of the standings.

And let’s not forget that Asbell now holds the unofficial title of CCPT Technical Support Director.

That might be worth a bonus point someday.

The Rest of the Gang

Luc remains fourth overall with 63 points despite missing the evening’s action. His cushion over the chasing pack remains substantial, but the competition is getting closer.

Kim and Randy both contributed to the evening’s competition and laughter, finishing with 11 and 10 points respectively. Neither collected a regular-game victory, but both kept themselves involved and picked up a little cash along the way.

Meanwhile, Duane, John, and Steve will have opportunities to shake up the standings in future games.

There’s still plenty of poker to be played, and as SuperPush proves, sometimes all it takes is one lucky card to make a difference.

Next Stop: Tony’s Poker Palace — November 11!

The next CCPT showdown is scheduled for Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Tony’s Poker Palace.

With the championship lead sitting at just five points, Tony will be looking to take advantage of his home turf and put some serious pressure on Joe.

Will Joe continue his remarkably consistent scoring?

Will Pete keep collecting victories and cash?

Will Asbell be called upon to fix another electronic device?

And most importantly, will Dan wait until the hand is finished before shuffling the cards?

All these questions — and probably several we haven’t even thought of — will be answered at the next CCPT gathering.

Invitations and game details will follow approximately one week before the event.

Final Thoughts

The October 28 game was a perfect example of what makes the Carleton County Poker Tour special.

Yes, there are points to earn, money to win, and a championship to chase. But there are also friendships, rivalries, good-natured teasing, and those unforgettable moments that make every gathering worth attending.

Joe provided the hospitality and popcorn, Asbell saved the technology, Pete collected the biggest payday, Dan supplied the comedy, and everyone contributed to another memorable evening.

And somewhere in the middle of it all, Joe quietly added another seven points to his lead over Tony’s nightly score.

The championship race is getting interesting.

Until November 11, keep your chips stacked, your cards close, and whatever you do… don’t let Dan anywhere near the deck until the hand is over!

Carleton County Poker Tour — Where the poker is competitive, the friendships are priceless, and the entertainment is absolutely free!