Nick Maslov

Hello, I'm Nik Maslov, editor of the HisHands blog and your personal poker coach.

2010, I have dedicated myself to studying and playing poker, which led to a significant success at NLHE 2/5-10/20. My passion for the game and desire to share knowledge brought me to coaching.

On my blog, you will find everything you need to improve your level of play, from basic principles to advanced strategies and life hacks. Subscribe to HisHands, and let’s achieve new poker heights together!

How can I be useful for you?

As a coach and editor of the HisHands blog, I am ready to share my deep knowledge of No-Limit Hold’em strategy at medium and high stakes. My articles, video lessons and individual trainings will help you improve your poker level, learn to make optimal decisions, climb the stakes and increase your bankroll.

Nick Maslov

Position or Profession

Editor of the HisHands blog, professional poker coach

Specialization

Cash NLHE 2/5-10/20

Poker experience

Player since 2010
Poker coach since 2021

Relevant experience in the field

More than 10 years of successful poker career playing medium and high stakes
Strategy development and coaching players from NLHE 0.5/1 and higher
Career profit over $300,000

Personal achievements

Profitable regular at NLHE 2/5-10/20
Development and maintenance of a popular No-Limit Hold'em course
Publication of a series of articles and analytical materials on advanced topics in poker
Successfully trained over 100 professional players, many of whom achieved significant success in the game
Regular participation in high-stakes offline games

Articles and publications by Nik Maslov

Mastering Suited Connectors in Poker — Effective Strategies and Expert Tips

Everyone loves suited connectors. These are incredibly attractive hands that can hit the flop in various ways and offer plenty of options. However, many players don’t fully

Mastering Online Poker: Understanding Player Types and Effective Counter-Strategies

Online poker players can be divided into several categories, each with a distinct playing style that demands a tailored counter-strategy. These approaches suit both professionals

Mastering Outs in Online Poker — Learn to Count and Apply Them Effectively

In poker, everything boils down to calculations—math is as crucial as bankroll management or mental resilience. You don’t need a PhD in mathematics to figure out your odds of winning.

Mastering Pot Odds in Poker — A Comprehensive Guide for Players

Poker is a game of mathematics, no matter what others may tell you, pot odds in poker are one of the most important concepts in the game. Many poker players learn how to calculate

BB/100 in Poker: What It Is and How to Calculate It

Win rate, and especially the bb/100 metric, can seem confusing—particularly if you’re used to playing live poker, where your performance is often tracked in hours rather than hands.

ABI in Poker: How to Calculate Average Buy-In and Why It Matters

Average Buy-In (ABI) is a critical metric that can significantly influence your poker success. Ignoring it risks your bankroll unnecessarily. ABI determines how much of your

How to Read an Opponent’s Hand in Poker: Strategies and Examples

Poker tells can provide useful insights, but they shouldn’t be your primary basis for decisions. Instead, leverage all available data: bet sizes, behavior, and decision timing.

Omaha Poker: Rules and Combinations

For many poker players starting with Texas Hold’em, Omaha is the next exciting variant to explore. If you’re wondering how to play Omaha and looking for a beginner’s guide

Poker Combinatorics: How to Extract Maximum Information from Cards

Most recreational players start learning poker by diving into the rules. A crucial part of these rules is understanding poker combinations. Poker terms, gameplay, mandatory