From what I was told, yes.
Vloggers all think they're media now, and are applying for passes. Last year several were granted such credentials, and there were "some problems". I didn't get any names, nor were the problems described. I was only told that none of it was related to me.
So I guess the WSOP took a hard look at who they feel really needs a media credential, and they eliminated any player-media from being granted one.