Former WWE developmental wrestler Damian Steele was found dead yesterday according to various wrestling media sources. Steele was a tag team partner with WWE Smackdown star Jesse (Ray Gordy) in developmental and the two appeared as a tag team once on SmackDown. Details on his passing are not known at this time.
source: wrestleview.com
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July 23, 2009
Former WWE Developmental Wrestler Found Dead
Here We Go Again
Dunstable man beat guests after watching WWE.
A 35-year-old Dunstable man is facing assault charges after he allegedly beat two of his guests severely after watching World Wrestling Entertainment on pay-per-view.
The three told police they had been at Osborne's house watching World Wrestling Entertainment on pay-per-view TV. At one point, Hannon was sitting at the kitchen table when an unidentified bald man came up and punched him in the neck...More?
source: mercurynews.com
I'm still trying to figure out what this has to do with the WWE.
Josh Barnett Responds to Steroid Allegations
John Barnet responds to the allegations on his myspace blog:
"Many of you are wondering what's happening. What I can say is that when applying for my license, the CSAC asked for me to submit a urine sample for testing prior to granting my license as they do with everyone, I believe. It was not a random test. I had no reason to believe there would be any issues and went in to submit my sample at the earliest possible opportunity on June 25th. I never once thought there would be a problem."
"My representatives and I are working to gather as much info as possible and handle this situation as best as we can. I am embarrassed and want for nothing more than to resolve this issue and receive a license from the State of California as I have done many times already and for other states as well. I am very thankful for all the great family, friends and fans that still support me."
This Day in Wrestling History
Wendi Richter defeated Fabulous Moolah for the WWF(E) Women's title.
July 23, 1984
Shawn Michaels defeated Jeff Jarrett for the WWF(E) Intercontinental title.
July 23, 1995
July 22, 2009
Triple H After Raw 07/20
Fan report:
After the cameras went off, Legacy challenges Triple H and John Cena to a rematch. They get back in the ring, Cena and Hunter are ready, and Rhodes/Dibiase go back out of the ring without Orton knowing it. The place is going nuts now, and Orton looks really uncomfortable. He gets an Attitude Adjustment and a Pedigree in short order and rolls out the ring. Cena shakes hands and raises Triple H's arm, then heads out to the ramp, and throws his wrist bands to kids in the crowd.
Hunter then gets out of the ring, and helps Randy up, patting him on the shoulder, helps him back into the ring, and then Pedigrees him again. The place erupts with approval.
And now, despite his politicking, and his "spot" in the company, etc, etc, let me declare here and now that Triple H is a true class act, as he took time to walk all the way around the barricade, slapping hands and hugging kids. There was one kid by the corner of the ramp who was absolutely petrified for some reason, and Hunter came over and talked to him, asked him if he enjoyed the show, and then hugged him. It's awesome to see him recognize the fans who help support him.
source: wrestlecrap forums
Sharmell vs. Jenna Morasca - Worst Match of the Year?
Jason Powell of prowrestling.net wrote this review of the Sharmell vs. Jenna Morasca match at TNA Victory Road:
"The worst wrestling match of the year. Jenna looked like a young Peggy Bundy and never should have appeared in the ring to begin with. I don't blame her, though. She's just collecting a paycheck and doing what they ask of her. I blame TNA for not recognizing that pro wrestling fans don't give a damn about Jenna Morasca. They've had months to figure out that their fans don't care. Rather than pull the plug, they put her in a horrible match that had one of the most idiotic finishes in history."
Ouch!! Here's the match. You decide.
Arrest Made in Death of Lucha Minis
A woman has been arrested in Mexico over the deaths of two midget wrestlers - twin brothers - discovered in a hotel room last month.
Prosecutors allege she was one of two women who spiked the wrestlers' drinks with eye-drops as part of a robbery.
The 65-year-old woman denies the charges. The police said they were searching for her alleged accomplice, known as "The Fat One"...More?
source: bbc
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MMA Star Barnett Tests Positive for Anabolic Steroid Ahead of Title Fight
Heavyweight Josh Barnett has tested positive for steroids less than two weeks before he was scheduled to fight Russian star Fedor Emelianenko in Anaheim.
The California State Athletic Commission denied Barnett a license to fight on the mixed marital arts card promoted by Affliction after he tested positive for an anabolic steroid.
The commission said Barnett's sample was sent to the World Anti-Doping Agency test facility at UCLA on June 25. The commission released the findings on Wednesday.
Barnett also failed a post-fight drug test in 2002, after he defeated Randy Couture to win the UFC heavyweight title.
source: associated press
Bobby Lashley Launches Lashley Network of Websites
Press release:
Former WWE Superstar and current MMA fighter Bobby Lashley, in association with AA Web and Marketing, Inc. has launched The Lashley Network at www.lashleynetwork.com.
The Lashley Network is a portal for Lashley's network of websites. Sites under the Lashley Network of website include his personal site, his nutrition store, and his new online social networking website. BobbyLashley.net serves as Bobby's official site for news on Bobby's MMA career. Bobby's online store Lashley Nutrition was launched in 2008. FightBobby.com is a social networking site for online fans to connect with each other and chat with Bobby.
Lashley stated, "Right now I am climbing up the ranks in the MMA world so that I can make it to UFC and be the top guy when the time comes. The only way to do that is to keep winning and to keep my name out there whether it's through television media or through the internet. I think FightBobby.com also gives me a chance to interact with my loyal fans that stick by me. Think of it as a Facebook or Myspace for my fans."
For more on Bobby Lashley, please visit www.LashleyNetwork.com.
Jeremy Piven to Host Raw
WWE Press Release:
WWE's Monday Night Raw(R) on USA Network continues its weekly celebrity guest host series with NBA All-Star Shaquille O'Neal and Emmy Award-winning actor and Entourage star, Jeremy Piven.
Shaq will host Raw live from the Verizon Center in the nation's capital on Monday, July 27th and Piven, August 3rd from Mohegan Sun in Connecticut.
Chris Jericho - The Ultimate Heel of Today
Who else today in the world of professional wrestling get’s attacked at a house show? Who else today get’s attacked out in a parking lot in his out country in the world of professional wrestling anymore? One man, the only man to hold the World Tag Team Championships by himself, the Undisputed Tag Team Champions, Chris Jericho...More?
source: camelclutchblog.com
Triple H - "I don't care who wins as long as it isn't Orton"?
From The Sun:
Then, bizarrely, Triple H claimed that he didn't want to win the WWE title, he simply wanted Orton to lose it. He would retract this later on in a backstage chat with Cena, but it was still a puzzling statement.
I'm glad I'm not the only one that thought this was strange. Triple H has always said the championship is what he cherishes most. It is that basis of his character. It was good that they had him sort of clarify it, but I was still surprised to hear him say that.
ECW Results: What's in the cards for ECW?
Just days before Night of Champions at 8/5 PT Sunday, those who wander the Land of the Extreme continue to search for a way to become the face of the ever-changing franchise. ECW Champion Tommy Dreamer and Christian crossed paths for the final time before their contest at the pay-per-view, while new Superstars to the brand and to all of WWE made significant impacts, suggesting a new blood may be pumping through the Extreme veins of ECW. Full results.
source: wwe.com
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to the Fabulous Moolah
July 22, 1926
Happy Birthday to David Von Erich
July 22, 1958
Happy Birthday to Shawn Michaels
July 22, 1965
Vince McMahon is acquitted of charges of conspiracy to distribute steroids to wrestlers after 16 hours of jury deliberations.
July 22, 1994
July 21, 2009
WWE Responds to Joe Hamilton/DSW Lawsuit
WWE filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit brought against them in April 2009 by Jody Hamilton and his promotion Deep South Wrestling in the State of Georgia who claimed WWE breached their contract with DSW as a former developmental territory reports PWInsider. In their motion WWE claims Hamilton and DSW "failed to state a claim upon which relief may be granted" and that Hamilton's lawsuit was "a misguided attempt to use litigation to lash out against WWE over disappointment with WWE's decision to terminate the parties' business relationship."
Evan Bourne SyFy Commercial and Injury Update
Evan Bourne posted a message on his WWE Universe blog stating that he was kept off last night's Raw to continue healing his sore neck. The injury was originally sustained last week in his match against the Big Show.
Bourne injured his neck after the Big Show speared him hard into the mat during their singles match. Bourne purposely landed on his neck to sell the move, which turned out to be a bad idea. "I've recovered quite a bit and I should be back to 100 percent soon," Bourne said. "My neck is fine, but I was certainly hurting for a few days."
Stu Hart Documentary - "Surviving the Dungeon"
Deep in the Rocky Mountains - in the city of Calgary, Alberta Canada lies the most famous training facility in the history of professional wrestling: the world-renowned Hart Dungeon.
Since the 1950s, aspiring wrestlers from all over the world have come to the home of Stu Hart with the dream of learning the art of professional wrestling. In that time, Stu and his sons Bruce, Keith and Ross have helped shape the careers of some of the most celebrated figures in the sport, including champions such as Chris Jericho, Chris Benoit, "British Bulldog" Davey Boy Smith, Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart, Brian Pillman, Jushin "Thunder" Liger, Stu's sons Owen & Bret, and so many more...More?
Dragon Gate USA Enters with Sapolsky at the Helm
With the departure of Paul Heyman from the wrestling scene a year and a half ago, exciting and innovative booking has for the most part become a thing of the past, with one exception: the work of Gabe Sapolsky. This is no surprise, as Sapolsky learned booking from Heyman while he worked for the legendary ECW owner from 1993 until the promotion's ultimate demise...More?
source: slam wreslting
Rumor Mill - Stone Cold Steve Austin Having Tax Problems
The Detroit Daily News is reporting that WWE Hall of Famer "Stone Cold" Steve Austin owes more than $22,000 in California state taxes according to records...More?
The WWE Championship Through the Ages
source: weblogs.newsday.com
July 20, 2009
Chris Jericho, John Cena, Cody Rhodes & Gillette
Gillette teams up with WWE to help guys be superstars...More?
Rumor Mill - Jeff Jarrett Pulled from Television Indefinitely
According to prowrestling.net Jeff Jarrett was not at the pay-per-view on Sunday night. The crew was told that Jarrett is simply taking personal time away. However, the word in the TNA locker room is that Jarrett has been removed from television indefinitely...More?
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
