Big Week for Luke Harper

Luke Harper became the first man ever to wrestle on RAW, SmackDown, Main Event and NXT in the same week. Harper lost to CM Punk on RAW this past Monday, lost to Daniel Bryan by DQ on SmackDown this past Friday, teamed with Erick Rowan and defeated The Prime Time Players on Main Event on Wednesday and defeated Kassius Ohno(in his last match) on this week's edition of NXT.

WWE Reaction To TNA Sale Rumors

In response to online reports that the Carter family is looking to sell TNA Wrestling, Janice Carter, mother of president Dixie Carter, issued a memo to employees on Nov. 1 squashing rumors of sale talks and that her family was fully committed to the organization. However, according to F4WOnline.com, she is lying as multiple sources within the organization have stated that negotiations are currently being held for potential buyers. Furthermore, nearly everyone who has been speculated online, including musician and Resistance Pro Wrestling owner Billy Corgan, is not involved in the negotiations.

It is said that some WWE officials are following the story very closely, with one source quoted as saying "more so than people would ever imagine." It is not because the sports-entertainment organization is interested in purchasing TNA, but rather because they are curious to know who desires to and what the status will be of some talents (specifically Hulk Hogan and Sting).

HBK On Clashes With McMahon, Offers Advice To Undersized Wrestlers, Says He Originated The 'Pipe Bomb'

The December 2013 issue of WWE Magazine features an in-depth interview with Shawn Michaels, who weighed in on his most memorable matches and how he became one of the greatest wrestlers of all-time. Without mentioning Daniel Bryan by name, he addresses the topic of undersized WWE Superstars being overlooked for main event positions and how he personally responded to Vince McMahon's perceptions at a time when larger-than-life individuals ruled the promotion.

On fighting an uphill battle to stand out in WWE, Michaels states, "I'm always slightly amused by how people talk about how so-and-so 'isn't big enough.' And hoe someone is fighting an uphill battle because of his size. You don't know the first thing about an uphill battle. Try doing it in 1994 and 1995, even earlier than that. Try doing it back when there hadn't been—with all due respect—me complaining about how size shouldn't matter. Now there's a list of guys as long as my arm who complain about getting looked over.

"When I got here, I didn't have a name. I didn't have a legacy. I didn't have a famous family. And there was only one guy who was gonna kick down the door and piss and moan until—quite frankly, and thankfully—the old man finally relented. Ha ha."

Michael lays claim to being the originator of the 'pipe bomb,' which he used to push the Chairman's buttons in the mid-1990s.

"I also chuckle at the notion of a 'pipe bomb' being something new. Back in 1994, 1995, and 1996, those were the original 'pipe bombs,' said Michaels. "That's one of the things we were pushing for back then—bringing more of the reality of the situation to the forefront. I used to say stuff and The Chairman had no idea what was coming out. It's just different now. We were also privately owned then. That's why we just got yelled at, not fired. (Laughs)"

Ironically, Michaels doing away with his rebellious personality upon his return to the promotion in 2002 and becoming a 'model employee' incensed McMahon.

"Now, my faith and my family are what's important. I'm not sure Mr. McMahon's aware there is a life outside WWE. Over the years, he and I butted heads many times behind the scenes. And, honestly, I think there was a part of him that liked those confrontations. So when I came back (in 2002), and had re-prioritized my life, I was actually sort of a 'model employee.' That's what sent him over the edge with me," said Michaels.

WWE Releases Top NXT Wrestler from Developmental Deal

WWE has released Chris Spradlin from his developmental deal this past week. He was known as Kassius Ohno on NXT and Chris Hero before joining WWE.

Ohno was released by WWE officials while waiting to begin training on Friday morning at the Performance Center in Orlando. Ohno recently returned to NXT after being held off TV for some time. His final match, a loss to Luke Harper, just aired a few nights ago on this week's episode of NXT TV. Ohno was trending worldwide on Twitter last night.

He's already been announced to face Hurricane Helms on November 16th for Pro Wrestling Syndicate in Rahway, NJ. Besides the PWS show on November 16th against Hurricane Helms, Hero has been announced for Pro Wrestling Guerilla's All Star Weekend in December. A number of other independent promotions are scrambling to book Hero.

This Day In Wrestling History - Bret Hart, Shawn Michaels, Montreal

Happy Birthday to Chris Jericho
November 9, 1970

The infamous "Montreal Screwjob" occurs as Vince McMahon, Shawn Michaels, Earl Hebner and others, screwed Bret Hart out of the WWF(E) title. Bret Hart immediately spat in Vince McMahon's face and later knocked him out backstage with a punch.
November 9, 1997

Steve Austin defeated Owen Hart for the WWF(E) Intercontinental title.
November 9, 1997

WWF(E) filed suit against the Parents Television Council for harassment.
November 9, 2000

Interview with Cameron

New Head Of WWE Talent Relations

WWE has named Sean Cleary as the new head of WWE Talent Relations. Clearly has been with WWE since 2012 was previously in charge of the company's Human Resources department. He replaces Jane Geddes, who has been promoted to the Senior Vice President, Operations for Talent and Live Events.

Update On The Status Of Michael Hayes

WWE has requested that Hayes enter rehab and that so far, he has “seemed agreeable.” There is no timetable yet for his return to WWE. Hayes was suspended in October after reports surfaced that he was seen having a drink at a bar with Rosa Mendes (who has a history of substance abuse and recently completed WWE-funded rehab).

Edge Responds To Triple H's Recent Remark On Raw, Will He Return To WWE?, Talks Haven

As seen on the October 21 episode of Raw during the contact signing for the WWE Championship Match between Daniel Bryan and Randy Orton at Hell in a Cell, Triple H offended WWE Superstars and fans alike with his verbal burial of the talents of Bryan, as well as Chris Jericho, Edge and Rob Van Dam. WWE's Chief Operating Officer grouped Bryan with his three predecessors and declared that like them, he is not capable of being "The Face of WWE." The official WWE website caught up with Edge for an interview and asked him about the WWE Chief Operating Officer's flippant remark.

"When you look back on WWE’s history, how many guys really were “the guy”? There was Bruno Sammartino, then Hulk Hogan, Steve Austin, The Rock and now John Cena. Then again, does Triple H like guys with long hair that are better looking and more athletic than him? Probably not. And I think the three of us fall into that category," responded Edge.

"The Rated-R Superstar" previously addressed Hunter's remarks on Twitter, stating, "I think everyone forgets it's entertainment. Santa isn't real either. Or the Easter Bunny(I think, rabbits are sneaky)."

The 11-time World Champion appears regularly on Syfy series Haven, which started in July 2011, as Dwight Hendrickson. In response to whether he envisioned the show lasting through a fourth season then, Edge said, "I envisioned the show [going to season four], but I don’t know if I envisioned myself going to season four. [My involvement began] when WWE got in contact with the “Haven” producers, who were interested in using a wrestler. WWE said, “We got this guy. He just retired. We think he can do it.” And it just worked out. I went out and one scene turned into four scenes, turned into four episodes, turned into being asked back for the next season. That turned into seven [episodes] and then being asked back again next season and becoming one of the focal characters of the show."

Edge was also asked whether he will return to WWE, and replied, "I’ll use the absolute most over-used cliché, “never say never,” because when I have come back, it has been fun. If it’s fun, cool and creative and would shake things up and help some new, young talent, I would."

Edge has been posting paintings on Twitter, and discusses this and more in the interview. To access it, click here.

IMPACT Wrestling Results 11/07/13

WWE Planning Another Animated Series for 2014

There are plans for a WWE Slam City animated series to be released in conjunction with the 2014 Royal Rumble pay-per-view. No details have been provided as of yet on how the series will be distributed.

According to PWInsider, the series would be released as part of a toy line from Mattel with the same time, likely meaning the series is for a very young audience, and that it will be an extension of the current WWE Rumblers toy line.

Changes in WWE including Talent Relations

Jane Geddes, who had been working for WWE as Senior Vice President of Talent Relations has been given a promotion and will be working going forward as Senior Vice President, Operations for Talent and Live Events.

The promotion puts Geddes as the number two person working directly with Triple H, specifically in handling the planning and execution of WWE's live events.

WWE officially announced the promotion in-house on Tuesday.

There is no word who will replace Geddes as Head of Talent Relations as of this writing. Geddes replaced John Laurinaitis, who was moved into a role as Top Producer.

Geddes was hired by WWE in October 2011.

There are a number of other departures and changes going on within the company, which may be to help prepare for the launch of the WWE Network.