Player of the Year Presentation

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TD Jack Effel introduced WSOP Commissioner Jeffrey Pollack for the Player of the Year presentation. The 2008 Player of the Year, "a very popular winner, a guy who had to wait a long time to get his very first bracelet," is Erick Lindgren.

Lindgren came out on the stage to a rousing ovation.

"Wow, this is awesome," he said. "I can't believe all you people are here to watch poker."

Speaking about the Player of the Year Award, Lindgren said, "I feel truly honored. Some really great players have won this award." He then added, " You guys get to watch some great players play heads-up tonight. One more thing -- Doyle Brunson told me to tell them that there is a cash game tonight after they're done."

A custom Harley-Davidson motorcycle awaits Lindgren backstage.

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