Beyond a doubt countless of individuals strive to be the next "mega star" in poker, but here is a short list of 4 of the more famous "nice guys" of poker. Although "nice" is connected with their names when you are playing them it’s "no more Mr. Nice guy" up until they have removed you out of the game!
Daniel Negreanu
In 2004, his tourney payouts amounted to more than four and a half million dollars and he came away with 2 highly admired awards in the WSOP Player of the Year and Cardplayer Magazine’s Competition Player of the Year. In February 2006 he was named Card Player’s Preferred Poker Player. He even still has the humility to speak with his admirers about how they might advance their own game.
Howard Lederer
Known as "The Professor" and brother of fellow poker professional Annie Duke. His achievements have allowed him to make an instructional poker video called "Secrets of No Limit Hold’em" and co hosting a tournament poker show for Fox. As of Two Thousand and Five, his total life winnings surpass $2.7 million.
Scotty Nguyen
Scotty is one of the most active players in poker and between Two Thousand and 2004 he ranked in the money in more than 100 competitions. He’s noted for saying "yeah baby" throughout poker games and also credited with the term "that’s poker baby" when referring to a especially bad defeat. As of 2006, his career earnings are just about six million dollars.
Chris Ferguson
Chris has captured 5 WSOP titles with 2 of his wins happening in Two Thousand and Three. Has the alias "Jesus" due to his characteristic long hair and beard, and is able to toss cards fast enough to cut through pickles and bananas. As of 2005 his total live poker tournament earnings exceeded 5 million dollars.