You do have a pont. One of the reasons WCW failed was becaue they were putting so much effort into bringing WWF down instead of making a good product of their own. We'll have to see if TNA does the same thing. Since I haven't actually watched TNA before, I will give them a shot. Still, there's no reason 60 year old Hogan should be holding the belt, though.
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You do have a pont. One of the reasons WCW failed was becaue they were putting so much effort into bringing WWF down instead of making a good product of their own. We'll have to see if TNA does the same thing. Since I haven't actually watched TNA before, I will give them a shot. Still, there's no reason 60 year old Hogan should be holding the belt, though.
yea they should focus on TNA not a monday night war with WWE!
wwe just needs to get good storylines going and it will destroy TNA.
the right storylines ...everything else falls into place the wrestlers actually have a passion for the promos,matches,and build-up ....IF....th storyline is good/great. and if the WWE has the ROCK comeback TNA will rethink the move to monday. if he comes back
jusnelldem
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yep. Rock I doubt will comeback fulltime, Hollywood pays alot better and he doesn't have to do all his stunts. But I imagine he'd like to get one last match in, since his last official match was lost in a tag team match. So fans could prolly count on that. TNA don't stand a chance. WWE following is just way too big, the wrestlers are way more charismatic, their production looks way more elaborate, they have (compared to TNA) bigger celebrities at their events. TNA need to step their game up. They have the matches they just need the other stuff too.
It looks like the TNA monday night live shows are going to be replayed on Thursdays. So I ask why would I watch it and miss RAW when I can just watch the replay?
True. TNA didn't really think that one through. Also, I'm now a fan of Eve. She's doesn't shave (and that's ALWAYS a good thing in my book).
How can you tell she doesn't shave down there?
jusnelldem
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I thought at first he was talking about her massive chin. I imagine she's got a little hair down there, but not too much she wears really tight clothes. Melina looks like she doesn't shave her clam. But enough about that, this is not the forum for such gutter talk.:rofl:
Report: WWE Wrestler Asks For Release, Instead Gets a Raise
by Nick Paglino
Dec 09, 2009
ProWrestling.net is reporting that WWE star Charlie Haas asked for his release from WWE several months ago. However, as opposed to granting that release, WWE actually re-signed Haas and gave him a raise, even though he hasn't been used on TV in a long while. The belief is that Kurt Angle had something in mind for Charlie Haas in TNA, and WWE wanted to avoid having him jump ship to the competition, so they re-signed him, gave him a raise, and are basically "benching him."
Report: The Latest on Booker T's Negotiations With WWE
by Nick Paglino
Dec 09, 2009
The Wrestling Observer is reporting that prior to Booker T leaving TNA, there had been discussions between him and WWE concerning a possible return to the company when his contract with TNA was up. However, it's now being said that all negotiations between Booker T and WWE are pretty much dead at this point.
ESPN Reports That Andrew "Test" Martin Had Brain Damage
by Nick Paglino
Dec 09, 2009
ESPN.com has posted a report noting that former WWE and TNA star Andrew "Test" Martin suffered brain damage similar to that of Chris Benoit. The report concerns itself with concussions in pro sports, but targets WWE quite heavily as pro wrestlers take chair shots to the head and suffer other forms of head traumas through the use of "weapons."
The article also included quotes from former WWE Diva Dawn Marie. Dawn was quoted as saying, "Oh, my God. I wonder what's going on inside my brain right now. I'm so shaken up."
JR: "Chair Shots to the Skull Should be Forbidden."
by Nick Paglino
Dec 09, 2009
Jim Ross has updated his blog over at JRsBarBQ.com. Below are some highlights:
"Concussions are a big issue in sports today and let's not forget that pro wrestling/sports entertainment or whatever in the hell one wants to call it doesn't have the franchise on this dilemma. However, chair shots to the skull should be forbidden in wrestling. Period. End of story. Bottom line."
"Eddie Fatu's funeral services are later in the week in Las Vegas. If you want to send flowers or cards you can call the Davis Funeral Home at 702-736-6200."
"I do encourage all wrestling organizations to instill as stringent a testing program as is possible for concussions, heart issues, etc and to monitor how many days an individual is booked either monthly or annually. Plus, establishing a zero tolerance policy regarding drug abuse is a gimme. Being in the wrestling business should be a privilege not one's right. If one accepts the glory and money one can earn as a successful wrestler in a major company then they should have no issue being a good citizen and living a clean life."
by Nick Paglino
Dec 09, 2009
ProWrestling.net is reporting that WWE star Charlie Haas asked for his release from WWE several months ago. However, as opposed to granting that release, WWE actually re-signed Haas and gave him a raise, even though he hasn't been used on TV in a long while. The belief is that Kurt Angle had something in mind for Charlie Haas in TNA, and WWE wanted to avoid having him jump ship to the competition, so they re-signed him, gave him a raise, and are basically "benching him."
Report: The Latest on Booker T's Negotiations With WWE
by Nick Paglino
Dec 09, 2009
The Wrestling Observer is reporting that prior to Booker T leaving TNA, there had been discussions between him and WWE concerning a possible return to the company when his contract with TNA was up. However, it's now being said that all negotiations between Booker T and WWE are pretty much dead at this point.
ESPN Reports That Andrew "Test" Martin Had Brain Damage
by Nick Paglino
Dec 09, 2009
ESPN.com has posted a report noting that former WWE and TNA star Andrew "Test" Martin suffered brain damage similar to that of Chris Benoit. The report concerns itself with concussions in pro sports, but targets WWE quite heavily as pro wrestlers take chair shots to the head and suffer other forms of head traumas through the use of "weapons."
The article also included quotes from former WWE Diva Dawn Marie. Dawn was quoted as saying, "Oh, my God. I wonder what's going on inside my brain right now. I'm so shaken up."
JR: "Chair Shots to the Skull Should be Forbidden."
by Nick Paglino
Dec 09, 2009
Jim Ross has updated his blog over at JRsBarBQ.com. Below are some highlights:
"Concussions are a big issue in sports today and let's not forget that pro wrestling/sports entertainment or whatever in the hell one wants to call it doesn't have the franchise on this dilemma. However, chair shots to the skull should be forbidden in wrestling. Period. End of story. Bottom line."
"Eddie Fatu's funeral services are later in the week in Las Vegas. If you want to send flowers or cards you can call the Davis Funeral Home at 702-736-6200."
"I do encourage all wrestling organizations to instill as stringent a testing program as is possible for concussions, heart issues, etc and to monitor how many days an individual is booked either monthly or annually. Plus, establishing a zero tolerance policy regarding drug abuse is a gimme. Being in the wrestling business should be a privilege not one's right. If one accepts the glory and money one can earn as a successful wrestler in a major company then they should have no issue being a good citizen and living a clean life."
That Test article just fully supports the belief that Benoit did what he did knowingly. I have no doubt that he may have had alzheimer's/brain damage or some issue that that in no way affects the desire to kill someone.
Is JR coming back to the WWE any time soon?
jusnelldem
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Good stuff as always DarkWarrior. The Charlie Haas thing is funny. They don't want him to jump ship, just to save their own behinds. They weren't using him anyway, but at least he get to get paid and stay home with his little kids and fine ass wife.
On the subject of banning chair shots to the skull, makes perfect sense. Those guys take alot of punishment to their bodies as it is, but brain damage is really serious to the point you can no longer function at all. Imagine Miz after too many chair shots, ugh!
As far as Booker T goes...meh.
On the subject of banning chair shots to the skull, makes perfect sense. Those guys take alot of punishment to their bodies as it is, but brain damage is really serious to the point you can no longer function at all. Imagine Miz after too many chair shots, ugh!
As far as Booker T goes...meh.
Is JR coming back to the WWE any time soon?
It is unknown when he will return if at all. He had another attack of the illness he had years ago so will be off indefinately.
I knew he had another attack, but he was still blogging, so I thought he was doing better.
jusnelldem
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It might be time for Good Ol JR to hang up his mic. He's the best play by play in wrestling history, but younger commentators fit this new breed of WWE especially on Smackdown.
BAYAMONXXX
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Update: Gail Gagne Surrenders to Local Authorities
by Nick Paglino
Dec 11, 2009
Gail Gagne, the grand daughter of Verne Gagne, has turned herself into authorities, according to a report released by KSTP-TV. The following is an excerpt from the report: "A teacher and relative of a Minnesota wrestling great accused of having a sexual relationship with a student turned herself in to county authorities Thursday.
Gail Gagne, 27, was charged Dec. 2 with two counts of felony third-degree criminal sexual conduct. At the time, her attorney Earl Gray, said she would plead not guilty.
She was out of state when the charges were issued and a warrant was issued for her arrest. She waited eight days and turned herself in.
After surrendering to authorities, Gagne posted bail and was released from Hennepin County Jail."
Major Details Behind Umaga's Condition During His Final Days
by Nick Paglino
Dec 11, 2009
The Wrestling Observer has released a new report indicating that Eddie "Umaga" Fatu was noticeably in bad shape during the last few days of his life. Sources close to the situation noted that Umaga seemed completely out of it, and he was slurring his speech and reacting very slowly during conversations with others.
It's also being reported that Umaga had been telling friends that he expected to return to WWE, and that he had reached some sort of agreement with the company that would have seen him return either at or around the time of the Royal Rumble PPV. Apparently the deal was reached with WWE at the time that he committed to working the "Hulkamania" tour, and WWE was attempting to secure Umaga's deal in an effort to thwart Hogan's tour. Umaga of course worked the tour anyways, even though WWE was not happy about it.
Additionally, Hulk Hogan did make an attempt to bring Umaga into TNA, however he told Hogan that he has already committed to working with WWE, and that he felt a certain amount of loyalty to Triple H and Stephanie McMahon as they were the ones who pushed hard for him during his first run with the company.
by Nick Paglino
Dec 11, 2009
Gail Gagne, the grand daughter of Verne Gagne, has turned herself into authorities, according to a report released by KSTP-TV. The following is an excerpt from the report: "A teacher and relative of a Minnesota wrestling great accused of having a sexual relationship with a student turned herself in to county authorities Thursday.
Gail Gagne, 27, was charged Dec. 2 with two counts of felony third-degree criminal sexual conduct. At the time, her attorney Earl Gray, said she would plead not guilty.
She was out of state when the charges were issued and a warrant was issued for her arrest. She waited eight days and turned herself in.
After surrendering to authorities, Gagne posted bail and was released from Hennepin County Jail."
Major Details Behind Umaga's Condition During His Final Days
by Nick Paglino
Dec 11, 2009
The Wrestling Observer has released a new report indicating that Eddie "Umaga" Fatu was noticeably in bad shape during the last few days of his life. Sources close to the situation noted that Umaga seemed completely out of it, and he was slurring his speech and reacting very slowly during conversations with others.
It's also being reported that Umaga had been telling friends that he expected to return to WWE, and that he had reached some sort of agreement with the company that would have seen him return either at or around the time of the Royal Rumble PPV. Apparently the deal was reached with WWE at the time that he committed to working the "Hulkamania" tour, and WWE was attempting to secure Umaga's deal in an effort to thwart Hogan's tour. Umaga of course worked the tour anyways, even though WWE was not happy about it.
Additionally, Hulk Hogan did make an attempt to bring Umaga into TNA, however he told Hogan that he has already committed to working with WWE, and that he felt a certain amount of loyalty to Triple H and Stephanie McMahon as they were the ones who pushed hard for him during his first run with the company.
Yeh, i heard the same thing.
PlasmaTwa2
The Second-Hottest Man in my Mother's Basement
TLC tonight. Let's make predictions, shall we?
Undertaker Vs. Batista - Undertaker
John Cena Vs. Sheamus - Cena
JeriShow Vs. DX - DX
Christian Vs. Shelton Benjamin - Benjamin
Randy Orton Vs. Kofi Kingston - Orton
John Morrison vs. Drew McIntyre - Morrison
Michelle McCool vs. Mickie James - McCool
Undertaker Vs. Batista - Undertaker
John Cena Vs. Sheamus - Cena
JeriShow Vs. DX - DX
Christian Vs. Shelton Benjamin - Benjamin
Randy Orton Vs. Kofi Kingston - Orton
John Morrison vs. Drew McIntyre - Morrison
Michelle McCool vs. Mickie James - McCool
Ok....why not....
Undertaker Vs. Batista - Undertaker
John Cena Vs. Sheamus - Sheamus (makes no sense to me....but that's my guess)
JeriShow Vs. DX - DX (poor Jericho ALWAYS loses big-name matches vs. HHH....must be in his contract)
Christian Vs. Shelton Benjamin - Christian
Randy Orton Vs. Kofi Kingston - Kofi
John Morrison vs. Drew McIntyre - Morrison
Michelle McCool vs. Mickie James - McCool
Undertaker Vs. Batista - Undertaker
John Cena Vs. Sheamus - Sheamus (makes no sense to me....but that's my guess)
JeriShow Vs. DX - DX (poor Jericho ALWAYS loses big-name matches vs. HHH....must be in his contract)
Christian Vs. Shelton Benjamin - Christian
Randy Orton Vs. Kofi Kingston - Kofi
John Morrison vs. Drew McIntyre - Morrison
Michelle McCool vs. Mickie James - McCool
PlasmaTwa2
The Second-Hottest Man in my Mother's Basement
A lot of people are predicting Sheamus will win the title. That would be one of the biggest mistakes in WWE history. He is a bland wrestler with a stereotypical gimmick for a guy his size; I cannot see WWE promoting the Royal Rumble with "WWE Champion Sheamus". The only way I see him winning is if he loses the title tomorrow night on Raw.
