Ever want to watch WWE Champion John Cena compete against Rey Mysterio in a Ladder Match? Or how about The Miz versus Chris Jericho in a Loser Keeps Quiet Match? Well, now may be your chance.
Have your voice heard as the cast of The A-Team hosts WWE’s first-ever, three-hour Raw Viewer's Choice Night...More?
source: wwe.com
May 31, 2010
WWE Raw "View" to a Thrill
Undertaker Injury Update
The wrestlingobserver.com reports that The Undertaker, 45, suffered a broken orbital bone and nose in his 5/25 match against Rey Mysterio on 5/25 in Cleveland. In addition, Undertaker also suffered a concussion.
It is believed the injury occurred from taking the seated senton move by Mysterio during the match that aired this past week on Smackdown. At this point, it is considered 50/50 if Undertaker can compete at the 6/20 Fatal Four way match.
Due to the Undertaker's absence, Mysterio, who is scheduled for a vacation, has been called back to action. If Taker can not compete at the PPV, it is likely that Mysterio would take Undertaker's spot.
Rumor Mill - Sheamus/Triple H Feud
The word coming from sources within WWE is that the plan as of right now is to have Sheamus win the WWE Championship at WWE Fatal 4 Way because the company wants to book him as a strong champion heading into the SummerSlam pay-per-view event. The idea for a possible Sheamus vs. Triple H match at the event is currently being pitched as well.
source: wrestling-radio.com
Bret Hart Comments on Being Raw GM
RAW General Manager Bret Hart wrote the following on Facebook this weekend:
"My life took an interesting turn this week when I decided to forfeit the United States championship for the simple reason that at this point in my life, I'm in no position to defend it on a regular basis (and God knows a host of other reasons) but it was a beautiful moment all the same. So when the WWE offered me the chance to become the new general manager of Raw, I jumped at the opportunity. I expect this will be one of the most interesting job titles I've ever had and I can assure all my WWE fans that I will do my best to be the most interesting and creative GM since the inception of general managers. As a note of interest, I'd like to say how proud I've been of Vicki Guerrero the last couple of years for doing the amazing job she's done playing this role on Smackdown. I'm only learning it after one week that's it's a much more challenging role than people might realize and I can only hope to do as good of a job as she did."
Gail Kim's New Movie
Gail Kim's new movie Ninjas Creed, formerly called Royal Kill, will finally be released on DVD July 20th. The movie also features Pat Morita of Karate Kid fame, actor Eric Roberts and a small role with former WWE star Jimmy Wang Yang as a police officer. Gail plays a female assassin in the movie. Below is the synopsis:
When a female assassin is sent to the U.S. to kill the last living heir to the modern-day Himalayan Kingdom, a royal soldier is also sent to protect the princess. When he is face-to-face with the assassin, his duty to the Kingdom becomes compromised. As they battle, secrets are uncovered and the line between good and evil is erased. Only one mission can be completed and only one person can survive.
source: lordsofpain.net
May 30, 2010
WWE Magazine Posters
WWE.com has posted some of the posters from past issues. Click here.
Sean Waltman Reveals Hepatitis C & Suicide Attempt
Sean Waltman said recently on The Cowhead Show that he missed TNA's Lockdown pay-per-view because he tested positive for Hepatitis C. Waltman also said while in Mexico, he tried committing suicide by hanging himself with a garden hose and taking pills. Waltman's girlfriend Alicia Webb, former WWE Diva Ryan Shamrock, found him before it was too late.
source: lordsofpain.net
TNA Reportedly Signs Reid Flair
Ric Flair stated during an interview with WrestleCast out of the UK that his son Reid Flair has been officially signed by TNA Wrestling. You can listen to the full audio by clicking here.
Reid's career has gotten off to a slow start as he was arrested for DWI in March of 2009 and then in April of 2009 he was arrested for DWI, driving with a revoked license, felony possession of black tar heroin and possession of drug paraphernalia.
May 29, 2010
This Day in Wrestling History
Kevin Nash awards Ric Flair the WCW World Title. Later that night, Jeff Jarrett defeats Flair for the title.
May 29, 2000
Jim Ross: “A Decision Has Been Made”
"I have worked out what we believe to be a win/win, employee agreement with WWE and will remain with the company that I have been with essentially since 1993 when I debuted at Wrestlemania 9. (To celebrate this occasion, as I'm writing this I'm wearing a toga.)"
"Going forward, I will be focusing on a variety of talent relations matters, essentially as a consultant, of which will not require weekly travel. I will be visiting FCW in Tampa on a regular basis to observe the development of the young men and women who, I hope, all want to headline Wrestlemania some day. This area of the company has always been of particular interest to me including when we opened developmental areas years ago in Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, and Southern California. Many of the WWE's biggest stars of this generation came from those areas."
"I will not be returning to weekly, WWE TV or their monthly PPV's. However, being involved with other WWE broadcast products is a possibility. A few opportunities have been discussed."...More?
May 28, 2010
Update On The Ric Flair/Greg Price Situation
SmackDown Results: Back in Black
Making his return to Friday night, Undertaker battled Rey Mysterio for an opportunity to compete at Fatal 4-Way. Going into the match, both Superstars knew that Big Show and CM Punk already qualified to square off with World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger. Despite a formidable fight from Mysterio, The Deadman ultimately triumphed with the Tombstone...More?
source: wwe.com
Interview with Austin Creed
Former TNA star Consequences Creed says he accepts his release from the company was simply part of the wrestling business. The star was one of a number of TNA employees who were let go in March, making way for the likes of Jeff Hardy, Rob Van Dam and Ken Anderson.
But the star says he is not bitter and is happy being back on the independent circuit, where he wrestles as Austin Creed. Speaking on The One Sided Ring Podcast, Creed says "There's such an influx of guys coming in. It's only a two-hour show and there are only a certain amount of things you can do with two hours. So obviously some of the guys are going to have to move on to other things."
"It's something you have to be ready for going into this, because you're not always going to be in a position to wrestle on TV."...More?
source: the sun
This Day in Wrestling History
NWA Vice President Bill Behrens strips Dan Severn of NWA World Title due to him not being available to defend it at the debut NWA-TNA ppv event.
May 28, 2002
May 27, 2010
WWE Superstars Results: Know Your Enemy
Ryder must have found some time in his busy tanning schedule to scout Evan Bourne, because The Long Island Loudmouth looked prepared for his opponent going into tonight’s main event. Although the insanely athletic Raw Superstar attacked Ryder early with a devastating mix of martial arts strikes and aerial maneuvers, the cocky young competitor managed to escape Bourne’s Shooting Star Press. With the high-flyer stunned, Ryder seized the opportunity and nailed the Zack Attack for the 1-2-3. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Blumenthal Still Leads McMahon After Vietnam Misstatements
Connecticut's Democratic Attorney General Richard Blumenthal maintains a strong lead over his Republican Senate opponent Linda McMahon, according to a new Quinnipiac poll, in spite of revelations last week that he has made exaggerated claims about his military service...More?
source: cbsnews.com
Information on the 2010 Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame
The Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame is considered by some as the only legitimate hall of fame in pro wrestling, because it is the only one where wrestlers must receive votes to be inducted. Currently housing a who’s who list of greats, from Bruno Sammartino and Hulk Hogan, to Andre the Giant and Ric Flair, the Amsterdam attraction will add to its roster June 4 and 5. While tickets for the induction ceremony and reception are sold out, and tickets for the June 5 meet and greet session are limited, wrestling fans will have an opportunity to see this year’s Hall of Fame inductees, as well as other legends, during the annual wrestling show at Amsterdam’s Wilbur H. Lynch Middle School on June 4th.
This year’s inductees include Dusty Rhodes, Wahoo McDaniel, Stan Hansen, Mil Mascaras, Gorilla Monsoon, “Wild” Red Berry, Danny McShain, Edouard Carpentier, Mike and Ben Sharpe and Kay Noble...More?
source: littlefallstimes.com
Wrestling Warrior Kaval Battles in FCW
What you see is exactly what you get with the wrestling warrior Kaval. He is pro wrestler with martial artist tendencies. Kaval is no-nonsense, experienced, tough, and the clean shaven head gives him a more menacing look.
Trained by TNA star Homicide and ECWA's Jim Kettner, Kaval has paid his dues, since debuting in 1998 in the Northeast. He's competed as Low Ki and Senshi (Japanese for warrior) in TNA, Ring of Honor, East Coast Wrestling Association, Jersey All Pro, Pro Wrestling Zero One, Pro Wrestling Noah, New Japan Pro Wrestling, before inking a developmental deal with WWE in 2008.
With a new name, the 5-8, 170-pound Kaval began training at Florida Championship Wrestling, WWE's feeder group in Tampa.
``The experience in FCW has been great,'' Kaval said. ``As for me, my beginning, being from the New York area, starting in LIWF, advancing through the ECWA and moving onto doing a lot of things on the indies, going to Japan and TNA, the road has been long for me, but I get here [FCW), and it's another challenge. Kaval, the persona, is similar to Kaval, the person....More?
source: miamiherald.com
May 26, 2010
Star Making Promos
1. "Austin 3:16 Says I Just Whipped Your Ass!" - Stone Cold Steve Austin
2. "It's Mr. Socko!" - Mankind/Mick Foley
3. "The Y2J Problem is Here!" - Chris Jericho
4. "Did You Expect Somebody Else?" - CM Punk
5. "I Am The F*****G Game!" - This was a sit-down interview between Jim Ross and Triple H where Hunter Hearst Helmsley came into his own. As he said, he didn't need to be in the Kliq anymore, he didn't need to be in DX anymore, this was about him accomplishing his goals. The line, "You talk about being students of the game? I am The Fucking Game, J.R!" still gives me goose bumps. This blurred the line between work and shoot and you could believe what Triple H was saying. A throwaway line got put on signs everywhere, and Triple H has dominated the WWE ever since.
source: 411mania.com
Chuck Palumbo Makes Charity Ride
Last May, former WWE wrestler and El Cajon resident Chuck Palumbo teamed up with The Horse Backstreet Choppers magazine for an eight-day cross-country charity ride from San Diego to Rockingham, North Carolina. Palumbo spent ten weeks building the chopper he would ride across the country at his CP Kustoms shop in La Mesa. A week before his departure, Vet Fest drew about 500 people out to a rented warehouse at Jackson and Navajo in San Carlos for the unveiling of the bike, an opportunity to buy $25 raffle tickets to win the bike, and a show by Palumbo’s classic-rock cover band Three Spoke Wheel.
The ride was inspired by Palumbo’s younger brother Chris, a helicopter pilot who was gunned down in Iraq and awarded a Silver Star upon his return to the U.S.
A documentary of the trip will be released this summer. Every 60 Miles, titled after the frequency that Palumbo had to refuel his small chopper tank, will feature an original soundtrack by Palumbo and his guitar teacher Greg Vaughan (Danyavaad). “When you’re riding a bike without rear suspension, you need to stop every 60 miles anyways.”...More?
source: sandigoreader.com
Chris Benoit: The Aftermath
RF Video presents Chris Benoit: The Aftermath. Hear first hand the reaction from the wrestling superstars that knew both Chris Benoit and Nancy. Legendary names in pro wrestling weigh in on the issues that arouse following the tragedies and all of the events that took place.
Family Legacy Important to Rikishi Fatu
Solofa Fatu has been known by many names in wrestling circles. He's been a Headshrinker, "made a difference," been a Sultan, and made an "ass" of himself as his most famous character, Rikishi. As part of the legendary Samoan Anoa'i family he is part of a rich wrestling history.
Being part of a huge wrestling family has its attractions, but it also seems to attract tragedy. There are many comparisons between the Anoa'i family and the Hart Family in triumphs and tragedies. Most recently for Fatu himself, it was the loss of his brother Eddie, who wrestled as Umaga, on December 4, 2009.
"With or without wrestling, any time you lose a loved one in your family is very difficult. Unfortunately, it had to be, you know, God's time is God's time," he started...More?
source: slam wrestling
May 25, 2010
WWE NXT Results: Slater's Show is Over
The semi-finals week Pros’ Poll results were as follows:
1. Wade Barrett
2. David “A-List” Otunga
3. Justin Gabriel
4. Heath Slater
Next week is the season finale of WWE NXT and just three NXT Rookies remain – Wade Barrett, David “A-List” Otunga and Justin Gabriel. Who will achieve his dream of becoming WWE’s next breakout Superstar and earn a championship match at a WWE pay-per-view? Full results.
source: wwe.com
NY Man Applies for Probation Program Following Alleged Threats Against WWE
After being arrested last month for allegedly threatening to blow up the corporate offices of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. in Stamford, a New York man applied for a probation program on Tuesday morning at Stamford Superior Court, according to a court official...More?
source: thestamfordtimes.com
Pro Wrestling Play is Finalist for Pulitzer Prize
The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity, a finalist for this year’s Pulitzer Prize for drama that opened today at the Second Stage theater in New York, is the greatest play ever written about professional wrestling. Of course, there aren’t many challengers for that belt, but what’s surprising about the production is not its adrenaline-rush spectacle, flamboyant comic dialogue, or its sometimes heavy-handed political subtext, but rather the way it speaks seriously to true wrestling fans...More?
source: vanityfair.com
Ex-congressman stops campaign for Senate in Conn.
Former U.S. Rep. Rob Simmons says he's no longer campaigning in the Connecticut U.S. Senate race, days after vowing to challenge former wrestling executive Linda McMahon in a Republican primary...More?
source: associated press
McMahon Rival Expected to Bow Out of Conn. Senate Race
Former U.S. Rep. Rob Simmons is expected to withdraw from Connecticut's U.S. Senate race, days after pledging to challenge wrestling executive Linda McMahon in a Republican primary.
Simmons has scheduled a news conference Tuesday in New London to make an announcement on the future of his Senate campaign. A Republican with knowledge of Simmons' plans tells The Associated Press that the one-time front-runner in the Senate race is expected to announce he's withdrawing.
Simmons narrowly lost the GOP nomination Friday to McMahon. Shortly afterward, he said he would challenge McMahon in the August primary, reversing an earlier promise not to wage a primary if he did not receive the GOP endorsement.
State Attorney General Richard Blumenthal captured the Democratic nomination despite recent criticism for misstating his military record.
source: associated press
This Day in Wrestling History
The Brian Pillman Memorial event is held in Cincinatti, OH at the Schmidt Field House. The card features the memorable Chris Benoit vs. William Regal match.
May 25, 2000
May 24, 2010
New Tag Team Appears on Raw
Jimmy and Jules Uso, twins sons of former WWE star Rikishi, attacked the new Hart Foundation (Tyson Kidd and David Hart Smith with Natalya) after they successfully defended the WWE undisputed tag team titles over William Regal and Kozlov on WWE Monday Night Raw in Toledo.
Jimmy and Jules, also known as The Samoan Soldiers in Florida Championship Wrestling, the feeder group to WWE in Tampa, are FCW tag team champs. They are accompanied by Tamina, the daughter of WWE Hall of Famer Jimmy Superfly Snuka.
source: miamiherald.com
CHIKARA is Coming to Baltimore
Chikara announced today that it will be debuting in Baltimore at DuBurns Arena on Sept. 18th with a show called "Eye to Eye".
Enter The Idiots
Oops ... he did it again. Or I should say, it was done to him again. On May 21, yet another fan felt compelled to get physically involved with ROH wrestler Austin Aries. This time it was during the ROH on HDNet tapings at The Arena in South Philadelphia.
As Delirious chased Aries through the crowd during the six-man-tag main event pitting Aries, Kenny King, and Rhett Titus against Jerry Lynn, Delirious, and heavyweight champion Tyler Black, one fan thought it would be a good idea to shove a chair in Aries' path. Aries, who is known to have a short fuse when it comes to belligerant fans, disagreed, and responded by hurling the chair at the offending fan, striking him.
Personally, I support Austin Aries' decision to hit back...More?
source: prowrestlingillustrated.blogspot.com
Ric Flair Comments on Retirement and Shawn Michaels
"Remember that it was WWE that decided to retire Ric Flair. Obviously it was very emotional for myself, Shawn, and my fans. It is not easy to do this for as long as I have and then all of a sudden quit because the company you work for tells you to. I’m not bashing WWE as I have great respect for the group. I believe that the whole set up was beautiful and they did a great job with the hall of fame ceremony and the goodbye on Raw afterward. But I am not ready to sit at home and build a garden. I feel great, I work hard, and I am ready to keep going."
"The athlete in question is the only person that truly knows if they are ready to retire. No one else .. The only one that truly will know the right time to stop is myself .. I was provided a unique opportunity and had a blast going to Australia. I feel I have a lot more to offer and that is what I am doing. I love TNA and feel that they have the right tools to be something huge. I am having just as much fun now as I did in the ’80s and that is saying something."
"I think Shawn definitely wants to be a family man and be home with his wife. I do, however, feel that he will have a return match at a pay per view sometime down the line."...More?
source: duluthnewstribune.com
Dana White: "I Have A Great Relationship with Vince McMahon"
When asked if he is ok with the idea of Jackson hosting Raw, UFC President Dana White had the following to say: "I have a great relationship with Vince McMahon," White said. "I think it's great. Good for him."...More?
source: mmafighting.com
Japanese Pro Wrestling Legend Passes Away
Masao "Rusher" Kimura passed away today at the age of 68. Kimura was one of the biggest pro wrestling stars in Japan in the 1970s, particularly working for the IWE promotion, as well as his run with Antonio Inoki, his work in the original UWF and being a tag-team partner of the legendary Giant Baba.
source: wrestlezone.com
Press Release for "The Chaperone"
WWE issued a press release this morning announcing they have acquired the rights to a play titled "The Chaperone" that will be turned into a new WWE Studios movie.
Triple H is the main WWE wrestler in the movie, which is described as a "kids action comedy." It will be Hunter's second WWE Studios movie following the "Killing Karma/Inside Out' movie that recently completed filming in New Orleans...More?
source: pwtorch.com
Press Release
May 23, 2010
Update on Randy Orton's Injury
According to wwe.com, Randy Orton suffered a separated right shoulder at Over The Limit. The full extent of injury is still in question.
Ken Anderson: "Karma is a Motherf*cker!
It seems Ken Anderson, the former Mr. Kennedy, is happy about Randy Orton's injury. He just posted this on his twitter page:
I have one thing to say: Kharma is a MOTHERFUCKER!!
And it couldn't have happened... To a NICER GUY!!
Anderson blames Orton for his release from WWE.
source: twitter.com/secondpower
Update on CM Punk's Injury
CM Punk required about 13 staples to his head to close a wound he sustained during his match against Rey Mysterio at Over the Limit.
WWE Over the Limit Results
Dark Match - MVP vs. Chavo Guerrero
Winner: MVP
Kofi Kingston vs. Drew McIntyre - Intercontinental Title Match
Winner: Kofi Kingston - New Intercontinental Champion
R-Truth vs. Ted DiBiase
Winner: R-Truth
Rey Mysterio vs. CM Punk (S.E.S. Pledge vs. Hair Match)
Winner: Rey Mysterio - CM Punk's mystery partner lays out Rey. Kane comes out and lays out Punk. Punk gets handcuffed to the rope and Rey starts cutting his hair. Serena comes out before Punk is shaved bald.
Chris Jericho & The Miz vs. The Hart Dynasty - Unified Tag Team Title Match
Winners: The Hart Dynasty
Edge vs. Randy Orton
Winner: Double Count Out - It appears that Randy Orton seriously injured his arm during the match. It might be broken.
Big Show vs. Jack Swagger - World Heavyweight Title Match
Winner: Big Show by DQ
Maryse vs. Eve - Divas Title Match
Winner: Eve
Batista vs. John Cena - I Quit Match for the WWE Title
Winner: John Cena
Murderer Of Indy Wrestler Gets Three Life Terms
The man who murdered Zach "Napalm" Porter, an indy wrestler from Missouri, plead guilty to three counts of murder taking the death penalty off the table. The other two counts are for the murders of Porters girlfriends parents. He received three life sentences without the possibility of parole. Three others are still awaiting trial for their part in the murders. Click here for more coverage.
source: wrestlingnewsworld.com
1st Annual Gordon B. Ouellette Memorial Fund Health Walk
Lynn Ouellette, Paul Levesque's sister, is a Director at The World School in Nashua, NH. They are preparing for a charity walk in memory of her late husband, Gordon B. Ouellette.
The Gordon B. Ouellette Memorial Fund is named in memory of the late Gordon B. Ouellette, father of former student Peter and current student, Neysa Ouellette. This fund was set up in his name to provide financial assistance for deserving students who demonstrate high academic achievement, character, financial need and a family commitment to The World Schools.
The goals of this walk is to promote the importance of a heart healthy lifestyle and to raise at least $5,000 to fund the Gordon B. Ouellette Memorial Scholarship Fund, which started in 2008 after his sudden passing due to heart illness.
Paul and Stephanie are listed as contributers/sponsors and are pictured on the flyer. Paul (or maybe his father since they have the same name) is listed as a Board Member.
Gordon B. Ouellette Memorial Fund Flyer
This Day in Wrestling History - Owen Hart Passes Away
Owen Hart died in a tragic fall during the WWF(E) PPV "Over the Edge"
May 23, 1999
May 22, 2010
Rumor Mill - Leading Candidate for Raw GM
Abraham Washington is the leading candidate to become the WWE Raw general manager, according to the Wrestling Observer website. Washington has not been featured on television since the demise of ECW.
source: f4wonline.com
Update on Triple H in "The Chaperone"
Ariel Winter gets a chaperone. The 12-year-old actress Ariel Winter, from "Modern Family" stopped by to chat with JJJ at the 2010 Young Hollywood Awards late last week and told us about her upcoming movie, Chaperone!
Ariel shared with us, “It’s from WWE films and Triple H plays my dad. He’s an awesome guy. It’s about Triple H, who comes back from jail and tries to reconcile with his family but his daughter isn’t really happy with that.”
source: justjaredjr.buzznet.com
McMahon Family Campaign for Linda McMahon at Republican Convention
The big news coming out of the convention was Linda McMahon earning the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate race in November. Shane McMahon was also at the event. He was pictured celebrating with Linda when she was nominated.
Virtually every major news publication has picked up the news, including the Associated Press reporting on McMahon's big line after receiving the nomination. "I venture to say we're going to lay the smackdown on him (Richard Blumenthal) come November," McMahon said.
McMahon still has to defeat fellow Republican Richard Simmons in an August primary. Simmons stated after Friday's convention that he intends to stay in the race and challenge McMahon for the Republican vote.
Right now, McMahon seems positioned to challenge Democratic nominee Richard Blumenthal in the general election in November.
source: pwtorch.com
Surprising Return at TNA House Show
Former World Champion Booker T returned to TNA last night at the TNA live event in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
The main event last night was scheduled to be Rob Van Dam vs. AJ Styles but it was announced that Styles wouldn't be appearing because his flight was detoured to another city.
source: lordsofpain.net
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Brian Pillman
May 22, 1962
Chief Jay Strongbow & Sonny King defeated Baron Mikel Scicluna for the WWWF(WWE) Tag Team title.
May 22, 1972
Lex Luger defeated Michael Hayes for the NWA U.S. Heavyweight title.
May 22, 1989
Vince Russo strips Ric Flair of WCW World Title, awarding it to Jeff Jarrett.
May 22, 2000
May 21, 2010
Connecticut Republicans Endorse Former WWE Executive Linda McMahon for Senate
Connecticut Republicans have endorsed former World Wrestling Entertainment executive Linda McMahon for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Democrat Chris Dodd.
McMahon says she's going to "lay the smackdown" on Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal in November. Blumanthal received the Democratic party's endorsement for the Senate seat earlier Friday.
McMahon beat out former U.S. Rep. Rob Simmons and Fairfield County money manager Peter Schiff for the Republican nomination.
She stepped down as chief executive officer of WWE last fall to run and pledged $50 million for the race.
McMahon has acknowledge that she provided information for news report that Blumenthal had distorted his record of military service during the Vietnam War.
source: foxnews.com
SmackDown Results: Stepping Over the Limit
Last week, Jack Swagger’s life-long collection of trophies and awards were destroyed by his Over the Limit No. 1 contender, Big Show. Also last week, Kingston defeated Christian to seemingly become Intercontinental Champion – only to have the title taken away from him by SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long via orders from Mr. McMahon in a hand-delivered letter by Drew McIntyre.
In the extremely explosive match, “The All-American American” was overcome by Kofi Kingston, who surprised him with a flying cross-body off the top rope after Big Show provided an effective verbal distraction. Full results.
source: wwe.com
More Raw Guest Hosts Revealed
Ashton Kutcher will be the celebrity guest host of the May 31st show and the cast of the movie "The A-Team" will host the June 7th show.
Carlito Released
From wwe.com:
WWE Superstar Carlito (Carlos Colon) has been released from his World Wrestling Entertainment contract as of today May 21, 2010. Carlito’s termination was due to his first violation of the WWE Wellness Program and his subsequent refusal to attend a rehabilitation facility.
Ted DiBiase Responds to Ultimate Warrior
Ted DiBiase emailed a 10-point response Ultimate Warrior's lengthy blog that was critical of him. "I don't hate anybody," DiBiase wrote...More?
source: prowrestling.net
This Day in Wrestling History
Wahoo McDaniel defeated Sgt. Slaughter for the NWA U.S. Heavyweight title
May 21, 1982
Triple H defeated the Rock for the WWF(E) Heavyweight title
May 21, 2000
Chris Benoit & Chris Jericho defeated Steve Austin & Triple H for the WWF(E) Tag Team title
May 21, 2001
May 20, 2010
WWE Superstars Results: Start A War
Two of WWE’s most talented and experienced veterans faced off on “WWE Superstars” when the bizarre Goldust locked up with the 2008 King of the Ring William Regal. Although each Superstar has spent years in the ring, their styles are wildly different. While Master Regal attempted to use his brutal kicks and mat skills to take The Bizarre One down, Goldust got the win thanks to his unpredictable offensive maneuvers. Full results.
source: wwe.com
J.R. Comments on Future Raw Guest Host Plans
"Beats the hell out of me...I have no idea what WWE's future plans are for going forward with the Guest Host deal. Would it work better once a month and make the Guest Host really special? Perhaps. The deal is that I don't talk to the people who handle that business and we are both mutually pleased with that arrangement."
Mmmm...A dig at Stephanie? Maybe it's just me, but JR is really starting to sound bitter about not returning to a broadcast position with WWE.
Another Raw Guest Host Revealed
"Royal Pains" star Mark Feuerstein will be the celebrity guest host for the June 16th edition of Monday Night Raw. Feuerstein stars with Big Show in WWE's Knucklehead. Show will be filming an episode of Royal Pains in New York today. Big Show plays a character named Donald "The Trashman" Green, described in the script for the series as a "7 Foot, 470 lb. Giant from a horror film."
Latest Poll on Linda McMahon's CT Senate Race
According to a Rasmussen poll, Attorney General Richard Blumenthal leads Linda McMahon by just three points in the Connecticut Senate race. An earlier poll had McMahon trailing Blumenthal by thirteen points. As noted yesterday, Blumenthal lied about being a Vietnam war veteran.
source: wrestleview.com
Linda McMahon on TV Tonight
Linda McMahon will be appearing on the Sean Hannity show tonight on FOX News.
Jerry Lawler Launching a New Pro Wrestling Promotion
WWE Hall of Famer Jerry Lawler has announced that he is launching a new pro wrestling promotion in Memphis starting June 5th...More?
source: prowrestling.net
This Day in Wrestling History
Promoter Frank Tunny died of a heart attack
May 20, 1983
Kane defeated Triple H for the WWF(E) Intercontinental title
May 20, 2001
May 19, 2010
CHIKARA Line Up for Aniversario Zehn and Aniversario Elf
Aniversario Zehn
1. 8-Man Tag Team Match: Mike Quackenbush, Jigsaw, Hallowicked, and Frightmare vs. Chuck Taylor, Gran Akuma, Colin Delaney, and Vin Gerard
2. Tag Team Match: Helios and Equinox vs. Lince Dorado and Tim Donst
3. UltraMantis Black (of The Neo Solar Temple) vs. Ares (of The Bruderschaft)
4. Ophidian (of The Osirian Portal) vs. STIGMA (of The UnStable)
5. Fire Ant (of The Colony) vs. Pinkie "Pink Ant" Sanchez (of The Bruderschaft)
6. Tag Team Match: Daizee Haze and Tursas vs. Dasher Hatfield and Sugar Dunkerton
7. Amasis (of The Osirian Portal) vs. Green Ant (of The Colony)
Aniversario Elf
1. Tommy Dreamer vs. Eddie Kingston
2. Young Lions Cup Match: Tim Donst © (of The Bruderschaft) vs. Soldier Ant (of The Colony)
3. Campeonatos de Parejas (Tag Team Titles) Match: Ares & Claudio Castagnoli © (Bruderschaft) vs. Hallowicked & Frightmare (Incoherence)
4. Amasis (of The Osirian Portal) vs. Vin Gerard (of The UnStable)
5. Four Corner Elimination Tag Team Match: Equinox and Helios vs. 3.0 (Shane Matthews and Scott "Jagged" Parker) vs. F.I.S.T. (Gran Akuma and Chuck Taylor) vs. Super Smash Bros. (Player Uno and Player Dos)
6. Fire Ant (of The Colony) vs. Lince Dorado (of The Bruderschaft)
7. 8-Man Tag Team Match: Mike Quackenbush, Jigsaw, and The Throwbacks (Dasher Hatfield and Sugar Dunkerton) vs. Sara Del Rey, Daizee Haze, Pinkie "Pink Ant" Sanchez, and Tursas
For more information on CHIKARA or either of this weekend's shows, please visit CHIKARAPro.com.
Bret Hart Comments On His U.S Title Win
"How cool it is to be back in Toronto where I have so many fond memories. I'm presently in town trying to catch up with a million friends and still trying to shake off my reoccurring disbelief that I'm the United States Champion for the fifth time. I ask myself if that means that I'm the best wrestler in the United States? Does this somehow top the Hart Foundation's 19-second win over The Bolsheviks at WrestleMania VI? Does this top peeling off a Tie Domi jersey and Hitmen jersey to reveal a steel chest plate that knocked Bill Goldberg out cold? I also find it oddly amusing that I won the US title in Canada."
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Hart and Soul: The Hart Family Anthology
The Rattlesnake on "It's Time!" Radio
Bruce Buffer welcomes professional wrestler and motion picture star "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Listen in as the "VOTO" discusses MMA, film and behind the scenes professional wrestling with Steve Austin, who is a huge UFC fan and just finished filming "The Expendables" with Sylvestor Stallone, Jet Li, Randy Couture, Jason Statham, Dolph Lundgren and Mickey Rourke. Click here.
WWE - The Legacy of Stone Cold Steve Austin
The Ultimate Warrior Hates on The Million Dollar Man
The Ultimate Warrior wrote a long, hateful blog aimed at Ted DiBiase over at UltimateWarrior.com:
"On the Self-Destruction DVD, no one showed more a face of hatred than you. There's one particular moment where it practically oozes off the screen. An yet, you claim to live by beliefs that allow for no hatred of any man...You make your living preaching this belief to others."
"What it all really boils down to is jealousy. Envy. I did better in the business than you, walked away from it on my own terms, with all my integrity intact...More?
source: prowrestling.net
Miami-Dade Sports Commission Chair 'Relentless' in Wrestling Showcase Bid
Miami-Dade is to learn next February if it's been chosen to host WrestleMania in 2012.
The county made the bid last September to host both the 2011 and 2012 five-day wrestling showcases. Although it lost the 2011 event to Atlanta on Feb. 1, Commissioner Jose "Pepe" Diaz, county sports commission chair, says he's "relentless" in efforts to host this event...More?
source: miamitodaynews.com
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Andre the Giant
May 19, 1946
Nick Bockwinkel named AWA Heavyweight Champion as he was #1 contender when Verne Gagne retired.
May 19, 1981
The Undertaker defeated Hulk Hogan for the WWE Unified Heavyweight title
May 19, 2002
May 18, 2010
WWE NXT Results: Party Crashed
Daniel Bryan defiantly defended his time on WWE NXT, stating he was a “self-made man” who wasn’t “invented by the WWE machine.”
“WWE needs to pick guys who are the best people for this job and the best person for this job is me,” Bryan said.
The former independent star called out the WWE Pros and said they know just how good he is. He also called out WWE NXT announcer Michael Cole, who had been berating Daniel Bryan all season. A very confident Bryan called Cole “a parrot with Vince McMahon in his ear telling him what to say” then approached the announce table with an intense determination. Daniel Bryan unabashedly attacked Cole with a slap across the face, referred to him as “a poor man’s replacement for J.R.,” then knocked Cole to the ground and began stomping him until WWE Officials and host Matt Striker pulled Bryan off of Cole.
The latest Pros’ Poll results were revealed, and NXT Rookie Darren Young was the fourth competitor eliminated from WWE NXT. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Rumor Mill - 3D WWE
WWE is planning a 3D special for next year, likely to take place at a SmackDown on SyFy show.
source: f4wonline.com
Wrestling Documentary: The Fit Finlays
A documentary was recently completed in Ireland called The Fit Finlays. The movie is about the history of wrestling in that country. WWE Superstar Finlay's father and grandfather both wrestled there and his sister was a referee.
source: f4woline.com
WWE Exec Calls TNA "Blood, Guts & Gore"
WWE COO Donna Goldsmith criticized TNA's programming during a media & technology conference yesterday, saying TNA is "blood, guts, and gore" compared to their toned-down, PG product.
"If you look at another program called TNA, which is a wrestling program on Spike, that is blood and guts and gore. We are not going there, nor I would say have we ever been to that degree that they are," Goldsmith said at the J.P. Morgan Global Media, Technology, and Media Conference in Boston. "We decided no blood and if someone gets hit by accident, we will stop the match if we have to and take care of them. Those decisions (to market WWE TV as PG) were made consciously."
Goldsmith said WWE made the change to PG to help them draw revenue across the board by being able to establish more partnerships that would make money for the company.
"We spoke to the writers, we spoke to Vince (McMahon), we spoke to public relations and asked if we can still keep the programming cool and edgy while taking it down a notch," Goldmsith said. "Our writers, yeah, they were challenged a little bit, but they said, 'We can do it. We can make this program just as good as it's been.' They started to take the program in a little bit of a different direction."
Goldsmith said they've had potential partners come back and want to work with WWE, including 7-Eleven with another summer promotion and Burger King with a "global Kid's Meal program" for the first-time ever...More?
source: pwtorch.com
Possible WWE Animated TV Series in the Works
WWE COO Donna Goldsmith said during a media and technology conference yesterday that WWE is considering an animated TV series and suggested they were in talks with Nickelodeon...More?
source: pwtorch.com
Top 25 Big Men in WWE History
1. The Undertaker
2. Andre The Giant
3. Big Show
4. Yokozuna
5. Gorilla Monsoon
6. Kane
7. "Big Cat" Ernie Ladd
8. Diesel
9. Vader
10. Sid Vicious
Click here for the rest of the list.
The Wrath of Linda McMahon
Raymond Hernandez's story on how Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal has repeatedly overstated his military service in the Vietnam era -- he joined the Marine Reserves but never served in combat -- is the kind of political meteorite that alters everything in an election that was seen as safe for the Democrats. GOP strategist Kevin Rennie gives the credit to Linda McMahon, the multimillionaire co-founder of World Wrestling Entertainment, whose campaign had been covered as a novelty since Blumenthal got in the race and led her 2-1 in the polls. Rennie salutes what McMahon has done, up to and including the video of Blumenthal talking to veterans in Norwalk, Conn., that really makes it ugly.
The Blumenthal Bombshell comes at the end of more than 2 months of deep, persistent research by Republican Linda McMahon’s Senate campaign. It gave the explosive Norwalk video recording to The Times. This is what comes of $16 million, a crack opposition research operation and an opponent who, in the words of the president Blumenthal worked for on a draft deferment, who gave them the sword...More?
source: voices.washingtonpost.com
Linda McMahon Puts Connecticut AG in an Embarrassing Full Nelson
At a ceremony honoring veterans and senior citizens who sent presents to soldiers overseas, Attorney General Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut rose and spoke of an earlier time in his life.
“We have learned something important since the days that I served in Vietnam,” Mr. Blumenthal said to the group gathered in Norwalk in March 2008….
There was one problem: Mr. Blumenthal, a Democrat now running for the United States Senate, never served in Vietnam. He obtained at least five military deferments from 1965 to 1970 and took repeated steps that enabled him to avoid going to war, according to records.
In 1970, with his last deferment in jeopardy, he landed a coveted spot in the Marine Reserve, which virtually guaranteed that he would not be sent to Vietnam. He joined a unit in Washington that conducted drills and other exercises and focused on local projects, like fixing a campground and organizing a Toys for Tots drive.
source: nytimes.com
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Superfly Jimmy Snuka
May 18, 1943
Christian eliminated Booker T in a Battle Royal at Judgment Day to capture the newly reinstated WWE Intercontinental Title.
May 18, 2003
May 17, 2010
New U.S. Champion
During the no disqualification, no count-out bout for the United States Title, it seemed as if half of Canada had charged the ring. Before beloved Canadian Bret Hart battled The Miz, the U.S. Champion employed enforcers William Regal and Vladimir Kozlov to watch the ring. To combat the duo, Unified Tag Team Champions The Hart Dynasty fought them off. During the melee, Chris Jericho and Miz entered the ring and surrounded The “Hit Man.” The Hart family, however, had the back of one of their own.
When Miz attempted to lock the Sharpshooter onto Hart, The Hart Dynasty leveled the loudmouth, allowing The “Hit Man” to lock in his signature maneuver himself for the win and championship gold.
source: wwe.com
WWE Stock Analysis
It's true that, more often than not, high insider ownership equals excellent shareholder returns. The WWE guys maintain a significant ownership position in the company. Who knew wrestling impresario Vince McMahon had this much staying power - or the chops to run a major sports business and do a good job. This is one solid company with loads of cash to payout 175% of its earnings in the form of dividends. Its 8.48% yield is one of the highest in the consumer goods sector and virtually debt-free. Most impressive is McMahon's compensation. He receives no stock awards or bonuses and just under $900,000 in annual salary. He's apparently satisfied with his 59% economic interest and 86% voting interest. Vince isn't going anywhere and that's a good thing for shareholders.
source: stocks.investopedia.com
Fan Comment on the Current State of Professional Wrestling & Triple H's Babyface Run
The following is a comment from a fan on bleacherreport.com in response to questioning what brought on Triple H's current run as a babyface:
Every article in this community is someone complaining and b*tching about what they wanna change and how much things suck. Why they still watch is beyond me. People need to just accept the fact that WWE is PG. The old HHH is gone. Austin and Rock are gone. DX is gone. There is nothing wrong with Triple H. The man is in his 20+ year of this business. 90% of the wrestlers from the attitude era are gone, but HHH is still here, and still worthy of the main event. The man can retire 100 times over, buy a house in Tahiti, and spend time with his wife and kids if he wanted. He could also take some cake job behind the scenes making a ton of loot if he wanted. But he is still here, traveling all over the world, continuing to pound on his body, and all anyone can do is complain. Triple H is of a dying breed, he is one of the last guys from the old school in WWE along with Taker, and both of them will be gone soon. Enjoy this legend while you still can...
This comment sums up my feelings about professional wrestling and Triple H. If you don't like it or him, don't watch and don't complain about it.
This Day in Wrestling History
Bruno Sammartino defeats Buddy Rogers for the (WWWF)WWE Championship at Madison Square Garden.
May 17, 1963
Vince McMahon Sr. died of cancer at 69.
May 17, 1984
Marty Jannetty defeated Shawn Michaels for the WWF(E) Intercontinental title.
May 17, 1993
"British Bulldog" Davey Boy Smith died of a heart attack at 39.
May 17, 2002
May 16, 2010
Parker Posey Comments on Triple H's Role in "Inside Out"
In “Inside Out,” Posey plays Claire Small, the wife of high-strung, low-level mobster Jack Small (Michael Rapaport). However, she has never stopped loving her former beau, AJ (Triple H), a parolee determined to go straight after serving 13 years for the murder of his abusive step-father.
“Our characters were all friends in high school,” she said. “Basically, Triple H went to jail and Michael Rapaport moved in on him. I was alone, but I still have feelings for Triple H. My husband wants to continue in the criminal world, but Triple H learned how to make pickles in prison and wants to capitalize on that.”
While the premise sounds humorous, Posey said the film helps display a number of sides of the former WWE champion.
“He’s a sweetheart,” she said. &