We mentioned 1978 World Champ Bobby Baldwin earlier, and we thought that might be our opening to present you with the following charts that highlight the WSOP in the 1970s. It's no wonder Baldwin is labeled a living legend, considering he graces all three charts:
Top 10 1970s WSOP Most Money Won
Place | Player | Money Won |
1 | Doyle Brunson | $776,250 |
2 | Bobby Baldwin | $458,500 |
3 | Johnny Moss | $366,150 |
4 | Hal Fowler | $270,000 |
5 | Sailor Roberts | $245,850 |
6 | Puggy Pearson | $219,200 |
7 | Billy Baxter | $155,000 |
8 | Perry Green | $154,800 |
9 | George Huber | $114,000 |
10 | Bobby Hoff | $108,000 |
Top 10 1970s WSOP Most Bracelets
Place | Player | Bracelets |
1 | Johnny Moss | 7 |
2 | Doyle Brunson | 6 |
3 | Bones Berland | 5 |
4 | Puggy Pearson | 4 |
“ | Bobby Baldwin | 4 |
6 | Perry Green | 3 |
“ | Lakewood Louie | 3 |
“ | Bill Boyd | 3 |
“ | Jimmy Casella | 3 |
10 | 6 players tied | 2 |
Top Six 1970s WSOP Most Cashes
Place | Player | # of Cashes |
1 | Johnny Moss | 9 |
2 | Doyle Brunson | 6 |
“ | Puggy Pearson | 6 |
“ | Bones Berland | 6 |
5 | Bobby Baldwin | 5 |
6 | 10 Players Tied | 3 |