From Mike Mooneyham's Twitter account:
Sad news to report. Received word tonight that MaeYoung has been taken off life support. Prayers for this grand lady of wrestling.
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January 8, 2014
Mae Young Taken Off Life Support
WWE Network launches February 24, 2014
WWE Network, the first-ever 24/7 streaming network, will launch live in the U.S. on Monday, February 24, featuring all 12 WWE live pay-per-view events – including WrestleMania – valued at more than $600 per year for $9.99 per month with a 6-month commitment. WWE Network will also include groundbreaking original programming, reality shows, documentaries, classic matches and more than 1,500 hours of video on demand at launch.
Fans can subscribe to WWE Network beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET on Monday, February 24, at WWE.com, and for a limited time will be offered a free one week trial. WWE Network, the first 24/7 network delivered directly to fans through over-the-top digital distribution, will be available on desktops and laptops via WWE.com. WWE Network will also be available through the WWE App on: Amazon’s Kindle Fire devices; Android devices such as Samsung Galaxy; iOS devices such as Apple iPad and iPhone; Roku streaming devices; Sony PlayStation 3 and Sony PlayStation 4; and Xbox 360. Availability on additional devices, including Xbox One and select Smart TVs, will follow this summer.
Get a sneak peek of WWE Network here! | Visit WWE.com/WWENetwork
“Today is a historic day for WWE as we transform and reimagine how we deliver our premium live content and 24/7 programming directly to our fans around the world,” said Vince McMahon, WWE Chairman & Chief Executive Officer. “WWE Network will provide transformative growth for our company and unprecedented value for our fans.” Click here for the full announcement.
Kaitlyn no longer under contract with WWE
From WWE.com:
As of Jan. 8, Kaitlyn (Celeste Bonin) will no longer be under contract with WWE. The former Divas Champion has chosen to pursue other endeavors outside the sports-entertainment world.
WWE wishes Kaitlyn the best in all her future endeavors.
January 7, 2014
Update On Ryback/Dolph Ziggler Situation, Ziggler's Concussion
As previously reported, Dolph Ziggler has suffered a severe concussion after taking a stiff clothesline from Ryback during last night's tapings of Superstars. Ziggler is reportedly going to go see a neuropsychologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania later this week to get further evaluated. It's being reported that Ziggler having to go all the way to Pittsburgh to see this neuropsychologist is not a good sign, especially considering that Ziggler has a well-documented history of concussions.
Ryback has reportedly taken full responsibility for the accident. Ryback has been criticized before for not being very safe to work with.
Dolph Ziggler suffers concussion on 'WWE Superstars' taping
WWE reports that Dolph Ziggler suffered a concussion at Monday night's Superstars tapings from Baltimore in a match against Ryback.
"Unfortunately Dolph sustained a concussion during his match on the clothesline given to him by Ryback," said WWE physician Dr. Chris Amann. "We were able to evaluate him in the ring; he was having some confusion and disorientation. We took him back to the training room and confirmed a concussion. He's currently feeling better but we'll proceed with ImPACT testing and further evaluation to determine when we can get him back in the ring."
This Day in Wrestling History - "Just In Case You Forgot Who The Hell I Am..."
After a grueling eight-month rehab from a torn quadrciceps muscle, Triple H made a triumphant return at Madison Square Garden.
January 7, 2002
Five years later he would tear the right quad muscle during the New Year's Revolution pay per view.
January 7, 2007
January 6, 2014
Jerry Lawler Reportedly Hospitalized This Afternoon In Baltimore
Jerry Lawler was sent to the hospital by WWE officials in Baltimore today after experiencing chest pains and some vomiting. He reportedly did blood work at the hospital and was "fine" at last word.
Prowrestling.net reports that Lawler's son, Brian Christopher, became concerned and alerted WWE officials that something was wrong with his father. WWE then encouraged Lawler to visit the hospital as a precautionary measure.
At last word, Lawler was still in Baltimore but it's unknown if he will be working RAW tonight. A backstage source reported that Lawler was trying to hide it but his son notified officials anyway.
WWE to make groundbreaking announcement this Wednesday night on WWE.com
WWE Universe, come to WWE.com this Wednesday (Jan. 8) at 9:30 p.m. ET for a groundbreaking announcement.
Join WWE Chairman & CEO Vince McMahon — along with WWE COO Triple H, 11-time WWE Champion John Cena, and WWE Hall of Famers "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Shawn Michaels — for the announcement, which will be streamed LIVE from Las Vegas.
Watch LIVE this Wednesday at 9:30 p.m. ET on WWE.com, the WWE App, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Yahoo!, Google+, Pinterest and Pheed. Mark your calendar and get ready for the biggest revolution in sports-entertainment history.
Stay with WWE.com for more regarding this blockbuster announcement that will change WWE forever.
January 4, 2014
TNA Fails to Secure Impact Zone in Orlando; Future of TV Tapings Unknown
In December 2013, TNA taped six episodes of Impact Wrestling from Universal Studios in Orlando, FL. At the time, the company sent out a press release about the Impact Zone homecoming, claiming that there were plans to launch a training facility and use the tools available at the Universal sound stage as a hub for #IMPACT365.
Next week, the final pre-recorded episode of Impact Wrestling will air on Spike TV followed by a live Genesis special on January 16th. Following the Genesis special, TNA will tape several more episodes in Huntsville, AL before leaving for the annual UK Tour, where at least two, but likely four episodes of Impact are scheduled.
At this point, once TNA returns from the UK Tour they will have Impact recorded through February with a string of live events ending on February 23rd. This is the last date currently booked for any TNA events, and so far a destination has not been determined for future episodes. According to reports, they could not secure the Impact Zone past their December booking, so it remains to be seen where television will be taped starting in March. Expect a press release on the issue from TNA soon.
source: pwinsider.com
January 3, 2014
Antonio Cesaro Comments on his former ROH tag team partner Chris Hero (Kassius Ohno) being released by WWE
"It certainly was disappointing. When we signed with this company, we both knew what we were getting into. We both made each other a promise that we would work as hard as possible, whether it's as a team or singles competitors. I know he'll wind up on his feet, and he probably already is, and he'll continue wrestling all over the world."
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
