Paul Magriel
| Paul Magriel | |
|---|---|
Magriel in the 2005 World Series of Poker | |
| Nickname(s) | X-22; Button |
| Born | Paul David Magriel, Jr. July 1, 1946 Manhattan, New York, U.S. |
| Died | March 5, 2018 (aged 71) Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. |
| World Series of Poker | |
| Bracelet(s) | None |
| Money finish(es) | 8 |
| Highest ITM Main Event finish | 683, 2010 |
| World Poker Tour | |
| Title(s) | None |
| Final table(s) | 1 |
| Money finish(es) | 2 |
Paul David Magriel Jr. (pronounced Ma-grill) (July 1, 1946 – March 5, 2018) was an American professional backgammon player, poker player, and author based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Magriel became New York State Junior Chess Champion (January 1967) at the age of 20, while a student at New York University.