Preview of Mick Foley's New WWE Comic

WWE.com and Papercutz are proud to present an exclusive three-page, lettered preview of the first issue of the upcoming brand-new "WWE" comic book series, kicking off a new era in comics!

WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley brings us a unique, all-new adventure straight from the world of WWE’s powerful, ongoing clashes!

Welcome to Titan City, a metropolis where everyone’s hiding secrets and there’s no one to trust. In a corrupt world where everyone is looking to cash in, three larger-than-life combatants collide. John Cena’s been framed for a crime he didn’t commit. Randy Orton’s on the verge of achieving city-wide power. And CM Punk is determined to bring the whole corrupt system crashing down. From the scheming south side to the barren desert no man’s land where even the law refuses to go, the powerful factions of Titan City are locked in a battle for control in an unforgettable noir landscape. Featuring AJ Lee, Sheamus, The Undertaker, Daniel Bryan, and more!

WWE #1 ships with four even-split variants by Jill Thompson (The Sandman, Beasts of Burden), Michael Golden (Batman, Micronauts), Dean Haspiel (American Splendor), and Alitha Martinez (Batgirl, New Crusaders), paying homage to classic comic book covers with typographic re-creation by Tom Orzechowski.

A retailer incentive cover featuring The Undertaker by Miran Kim (X-Files, Hellraiser) is free with every 10 copies ordered...More?

This Day In Wrestling History

Jumbo Tsuruta defeats Genichiro Tenryu in Yokohama, Japan for the All Japan Triple Crown (NWA United National, NWA International and Pacific Wrestling Federation Heavyweight titles), becoming the first ever two-time Triple Crown champion.
October 11, 1989

Randy Savage defeats Jerry Lawler for the USWA Unified Heavyweight Title in Memphis, Tennessee, ending Lawler's 16th run with the title. Savage would vacate the title the next month when WWF would break off relations with the USWA.
October 11, 1993

Ultimo Dragon defeats The Great Sasuke in Osaka, Japan to win the eight-belt J-Crown. Dragon would later win the WCW Cruiserweight Title as well, and hold nine belts at one time. The J-Crown consisted of the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Title, NWA World Junior Heavyweight Title, WAR International Junior Heavyweight Title, British Commonwealth Junior Heavyweight Title, WWF World Light Heavyweight Title, UWA World Light Heavyweight Title, WWA World Junior Light Heavyweight Title, and the NWA World Welterweight Title.
October 11, 1996

Jushin Liger defeats Kendo KaShin in Tokyo, Japan to win the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Title for a record 10th time.
October 11, 1999

source: pwinsider.com

The New York Post Reveals Why Stephanie McMahon Has Been Selling Her WWE Stocks

We've noted over the past few months how Stephanie McMahon has been cashing in her WWE stocks. The New York Post reports that Stephanie has cashed in $8.3 million in company stock because, according to a statement WWE gave to the paper, is "selling a portion of her class B shares for personal financial purposes that include building a house."

The story also notes that Stephanie cashed in about 1/3 of her WWE B (super-voting) stock to finance the home. The sales were carried out over 43 separate transactions, the last on October 7th. The Post noted that Stephanie owns properties in Westport, CT and Manhattan.

They may need to check their records again. The Levesques own homes in New Hampshire and Connecticut. I did not find any property records for them in New York.

What Caused The Cancellation Of A Popular WWE Television Series & Details On A New Show Still In The Works

We have more details on the cancelation of WWE Saturday Morning Slam.

As previously reported, there were ideas tossed around that if the show did well that it would be expanded from thirty minutes to an hour and essentially become its own brand. One of the ideas included a prospective show based around cruiserweight-type talent with high flying move sets, colorful characters and masked superstars that were very marketable towards children.

The hang-up was that WWE is still hoping to bring a cruiserweight show to the prospective WWE Network. While the CW Network was happy with the ratings of SMS, they wanted the aforementioned expansion. According to a source with knowledge of the situation, when WWE refused to change the format, the CW Network pulled out of negotiations. It seems the CW Network wanted more of a presence rather than a couple of short throwaway matches each week.

source: wnw premium news

Backstage News on Road Dogg's Role in WWE

Former WWE Superstar "The Road Dogg" Jesse James has been receiving praise for his work as an agent backstage in WWE and he is reportedly climbing up the ladder as far as his influence backstage goes. And with Michael Hayes recently being sent home, word is that Road Dogg has taken over Hayes's duties backstage and is doing a good job so far.

Road Dogg is said to be particularly well-liked among the Superstars and they enjoy knowing that he's a part of the creative process.

WWE Issues Statement Regarding Michael Hayes

Somebody from WWE reportedly issued the following statement to PWInsider.com regarding Michael Hayes being sent home:

"Michael is taking a leave of absence for personal reasons."

As previously reported, the rumor going around is that Hayes was suspended indefinitely for allegedly offering alcohol to WWE Diva Rosa Mendes who is known to have an alcohol problem that she just got out of rehab for.

Rumor Mill - Michael Hayes Suspended for Incident with Rosa Mendes?

Michael Hayes was reportedly seen drinking at a bar with Rosa Mendes following a WWE event a few weeks ago and subsequently suspended as a result. The story was broke by former WWE creative writer Court Bauer on his “Bauer + Pollock #20” podcast. According to Bauer, the suspension is for a “few weeks” and Hayes isn’t going anywhere. Bauer feels had it been anyone else, he would have been fired.

Mendes has a history of alcohol problems and was sent to rehab shortly following problematic behavior on WWE’s post-Wrestlemania European tour in April. Mendes has been back on the road for the last few weeks after a prolonged absence and worked in the 6-Divas tag team match on this week’s episode of Monday Night Raw. Earlier on Wednesday, I was told that Hayes was noticeably absent from TVs but wasn’t given a reason as to why.

Hayes currently works as WWE’s head of road agents/producers.

You can listen to Court Bauer’s latest podcast with John Pollock here.

WWE Teases Triple H’s “Injuries” Are More Serious, Big Show “Faces Arrest”

WWE “canceled” this week’s kayfabe Triple H interview with Michael Cole to sell his injuries at the hands of The Big Show.

Instead of the normal sit down interview, WWE posted a video report by Cole where he played up current storylines. In-character, Cole said sources reveal that Hunter’s injuries could be more serious than just a concussion and he may have a “broken jaw” and could face having his mouth wired shut. He said Big Show could face criminal charges in the state of Pennsylvania for “criminal trespass” and “assault.” Obviously, this is all kayfabe.

Nielsen Announces Social Media Incorporation; How This Effects Pro Wrestling Programming

Nielsen announced "Nielsen Twitter TV Ratings", a new technology that will measure the influence of social media on television broadcasts each week. According to their press release, "Nielsen Twitter TV Ratings are available for TV programming across over 215 English-language U.S. broadcast and cable networks" and they are working directly with Twitter to incorporate Spanish-language networks into the fold.

Nielsen has also launched a weekly Top 10 list of socially active television shows through SocialGuide.com. A new list for the previous week (Monday through Sunday) will be released each Monday, with a three hour window on either side of a show's air time. ABC's season premiere of Scandal dominated the first list - September 30th through October 6th - with Saturday Night Live, The Voice, and X Factor all making appearances. Monday Night Raw did not make the top ten, which isn't a surprise as last week's episode had one of the lowest ratings scores in years.

This is great news for WWE, who has a major social media presence on Monday nights. WWE will be able to measure their influence on Twitter - which has a direct correlation to television ratings - with precise data for the first time. Of course, TNA will be able to do the same for Impact Wrestling on Thursday nights.

Check out SocialGuide.com for more information.

WWE Doing Concussion Angle with Triple H

WWE posted a Tout video of Triple H being helped to the back after Big Show knocked him out on RAW last night. They are saying he suffered a concussion.

Video: Big Show Knocks Out Triple H

Video: Stephanie McMahon fires Big Show