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

3‑Bet in Poker: Definition, Types & Effective Strategy

A 3-bet occurs when one player raises, and then a subsequent player re-raises. In this guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about 3-betting in poker. What is a 3-bet?

PFR in Poker: Understanding Pre‑Flop Raise and Calculating It Accurately

PFR is one of the key statistics in online poker. It clearly illustrates a player’s tendencies, playing style, and level of aggression at the table (both in cash games and MTTs).

9‑Max Poker: Key Characteristics & Strategies for Full‑Ring Play

9-max poker is a well-known cash game format where nine players sit at the table. In traditional full ring poker, tables usually consist of 7 to 10 players.

6‑Max Poker: Key Format Features and Effective Strategies

As the name suggests, 6-max poker tables seat a maximum of six players at once. Many Texas Hold’em enthusiasts prefer this format: more hands are played, and you have

Texas Hold’em: Game Rules, How to Play & Poker Hand Rankings

Hold’em is the most popular form of poker. In this guide, we’ll break down the basic rules, card dealing, hand rankings, betting rounds, and key strategic elements.

Where to get WPTGlobal statistics?

Have you ever wondered what separates a winning regular from a player who consistently loses money? Is it just luck—or is there something more behind it? In reality, successful

iPoker Review: Pros, Cons, and Key Features of the Poker Room

RedStar is one of the oldest and most trusted online poker sites in the world. It opened its virtual doors in 2005 and has been operating for over 18 years.

WPTGlobal Review: Pros, Cons and Core Features of the Poker Room

WPT Global is a relatively new online poker room, although the WPT brand itself has been around for a long time — since May 2002. The online platform was launched nearly two

Where to Play Poker Tournaments as a Beginner: Best Poker Rooms & Starting Tips

Online poker continues to attract more users every year. As the player base grows, so does the number of enticing promotions—many of which are geared toward recreational players.