The OTTB Wrestling News thread

[m. inferno]

There is strong talk going around WWE that John Morrison won’t be re-signed by the company when his contract expires soon. As noted yesterday, his contract is expiring shortly. We hope to have more shortly.

-- Mexican wrestling legend Mil Mascaras will be appearing on the October 21st episode of WWE’s Friday Night SmackDown!. That episode will tape this coming Sunday in Mexico City.

-- Zack Ryder sent out some tweets last night wondering why he wasn't used on RAW this week. He tweeted:

“Pinned the US Champ @HEELZiggler 2 weeks in a row…& now I’ve been off Raw for 2 weeks in a row. #doesntmakesense

At least @LaRosaMendes was booked tonight… #RyderOrRiot”

 

[m. inferno]

Mike Knox wants nothing to do with the professional wrestling industry following his release from WWE last year. Friends of the 33-year-old say he became depressed over being let go by WWE and therefore won't accept requests for independent dates or even conventions.

 

[m. inferno]

Last Monday, the Superstars of RAW voted "no confidence" in WWE Chief Operating Officer Triple H's leadership of WWE's flagship brand. Former WWE Women's Champion Melina has weighed in on the matter as a fan asked her on Twitter Monday night during RAW if she herself would have walked out.

Melina responds (which she later challenged the "dirt sheets" to publish): "I don't watch the show but this is my take, I would have walked out on the people who tell lies to the WWE Universe who say they fight for them and that they are trying to make a change but they aren't trying at all.

"That "1%" who are only out for themselves and don't care who they step on to get there do not have my respect. I'd walk out on those hypocrites but that has nothing to do with the fans. I would walk out on the people strangling the art of wrestling because The Fans DESERVE to see the talent they love get opportunities! The WWE Universe DESERVES to see The BEST in sports entertainment which is not being provided. I would walk out on those who are keeping the Fans from getting that.

"As I said before, I do not watch so I don't know what the story lines are or what's going on. I'm just pretending what I would do in an imaginary scenario that has lots of truth behind it."

Melina continued airing her grievances as she further explained why she no longer watches WWE programming.

"I don't watch because I know that everyone is kept from what they are capable of. There's so much talent being held back," she wrote to a fan. "I used to watch as a fan. Knowing what I know, it hurts to watch my friends not be able to do what they are capable of doing."

She added further, "I do believe the fans deserve 2C what THEY want & not be told what they "should" C. Stop playing & give the fans what they want!"

 

[m. inferno]

Former WWE and TNA star “Road Dogg” BG James announced on Facebook this afternoon that he’s signed with WWE as an agent/producer. He wrote:

“Ok guys,if you dont know already,here goes;I have recently been hired,on a trial,6 week period,as an agent/producer with the WWE.Its the job Ive wanted and prayed about for a while now.He answered my prayers and now its my turn to repay Him w/my service.God bless you guys and have a great evening!”

James had recently been scouting talent in India for TNA Wrestling. This was for a new TV show they are looking to debut.

 

[m. inferno]

Last week's Raw kicked off with Drew McIntyre competing in his first singles match on WWE's flagship program in several months, against Randy Orton. The hosts pondered why the Scottish wrestler is not receiving a greater push considering that he possesses extraordinary talent.

Maria cryptically says, "I have a feeling he's paid for someone else's sins, problems, because Drew's really good. I'd love to see him do more stuff, but it's unfortunate that that happens."

Another WWE Superstar in the same precarious situation is John Morrison, whose promotion has significantly leveled off since the spring. Lilian pondered later in the show, "I really wonder why he's not getting a push?"

Maria explains, "I think it's a lot of complications of outside stuff. I think that a lot of times they go with who's going to be there, who's always going to be there, who's going to be the easiest. He's very easy and I love him to pieces, but I think it's outside complications. I think that's why."

 

[Mally_G]

That Tomko story does sound crazy. He crushed and melted 178 pills out of 217 and injected them jawns. He was trying to commit that........

In other news.....

TNA star Hulk Hogan returns to the ring this Sunday at Bound For Glory in a no-disqualification fight against Sting, but don’t expect Hogan to get too physical.

At his latest “Hulk Hogan & Friends” event over the weekend in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Hogan told fans flat out – he won’t be taking any bumps. mentioned that he won’t be taking any bumps, which is likely why the No Disqualification stipulation was added to the match.

Hogan also told a story about how The Rock wanted to map out their entire WrestleMania 18 match in an empty building while Rocky Johnson and Pat Patterson watched. Hogan said he agreed to rehearse the match in advance out of respect to The Rock, but didn’t take any bumps then either, telling Rock that he only takes bumps if a lot of people are watching.

How is this match going to play out in a No DQ match with no bumps.......?

Are they going to play with their characters in a video game and broadcast it on the big screen?

 

[young law]

so basically they jus told us right then and there that Hogan and Sting are gonna lock up a few times, push each other around, do some taunting,
lock up,
then Jeff Jarret or Scot Hall is gonna come out and hit one of them wit a electric taser baton???

and wtf is up with only takin bumps in rehearsal if people are watching???
what difference does it make.

 

[m. inferno]

With Mick Foley done with TNA, and the Rock making his WWE return with several appearances over the next few months, there has been a lot of speculation that Foley will be returning to WWE. According to sources, with the Rock being at Survivor Series and the show taking place in New York, it is considered a no-brainer that Foley will return.

With the Raw Gm spot once gain open, Foley's name has been rumored for the position, but it looks unlikely that he will fill the role. It is more likely that Foley will be used as a guy to pop in from time to time, due to his name value.

Another name that has been brought up for the GM role is JBL, but nothing is set in stone.

 

[m. inferno]

While Jim Ross is out as an announcer again, he will still be staying busy with WWE. He is still selling his BBQ products through WWE.com, and is headed to Connecticut next week to tape the next edition of the Legends Roundtable for the company. Ross also tweeted the following today: "Let's get something straight. I hired Laurinaitis in WWE when he had NO job. I helped him prep 4 his job & I remained an EVP in another dept. I'm not going to Smackdown or PPVs. I'm done as best that I know. Might do some Roundtable type stuff. My services aren't required weekly. 1 more time..I'm fired from wk'ly tv. Our products are still being sold at WWEshop.com because it's good business. Thx 4 support."

 

[m. inferno]

Cliff Compton (formerly Domino) is said to have gained interest from both TNA and WWE. Compton has been hoping to get back on TV so that people could see what else he had to offer beyond the Domino persona he portrayed in WWE.

 

[MillzOG]

wow @ that tomko story nigga was tryna body himself.....Hogan needs to sit the fuck down somewhere

 

[Chi-Town Bully]

That Hogan and Sting match got train wreck all over it

 

[Chi-Town Bully]

ESPN Examines Scott Hall's Descent From Wrestling Superstar To Broken Man

Scott Hall's struggles with alcoholism and drug addiction will be profiled on next Wednesday's episode of E:60 on ESPN. A preview clip has been released featuring comments from Eric Bischoff.

The Wrestler - Scott Hall

At the height of professional wrestling in the 90's, Scott Hall was adored by millions, his name chanted by loyal fans. Today, he has hit rock bottom. E:60 follows his descent from superstar to a broken man battling alcoholism and drug addiction, but still trying to hold onto the glory he once found in the ring.

[video=youtube;IiAoI-FmSCI]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IiAoI-FmSCI&feature=player_embedded[/video]

 

[VIBE]

Damn, he couldn't even get in the ring SMH

 

[VIBE]

With Mick Foley done with TNA, and the Rock making his WWE return with several appearances over the next few months, there has been a lot of speculation that Foley will be returning to WWE. According to sources, with the Rock being at Survivor Series and the show taking place in New York, it is considered a no-brainer that Foley will return.

With the Raw Gm spot once gain open, Foley's name has been rumored for the position, but it looks unlikely that he will fill the role. It is more likely that Foley will be used as a guy to pop in from time to time, due to his name value.

Another name that has been brought up for the GM role is JBL, but nothing is set in stone.

Now THAT would be good.

 

[deeroc22]

ESPN Examines Scott Hall's Descent From Wrestling Superstar To Broken Man

Scott Hall's struggles with alcoholism and drug addiction will be profiled on next Wednesday's episode of E:60 on ESPN. A preview clip has been released featuring comments from Eric Bischoff.

The Wrestler - Scott Hall

At the height of professional wrestling in the 90's, Scott Hall was adored by millions, his name chanted by loyal fans. Today, he has hit rock bottom. E:60 follows his descent from superstar to a broken man battling alcoholism and drug addiction, but still trying to hold onto the glory he once found in the ring.

[video=youtube;IiAoI-FmSCI]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IiAoI-FmSCI&feature=player_embedded[/video]

Cant see the vid...but dam i needa make sure i record this!!

 

[Mally_G]

The fucked up thing about that footage is, I thought it was the one and ONLY time he needed assistance to the ring; well it wasn't. Apparently, homie been going on tour with his drunkeness and I found the more famous video of him getting involved in some "action" with his famous spin around discus punch.

The entire video is SAD.......but you can see what most people talked about earlier this year starting at the 2-minute mark.

[video=youtube;N222nGpyH4o]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N222nGpyH4o&feature=related[/video]

There's a video floating around of Sandman in a match, where he's so wasted, he fell asleep while holding his opponent in a headlock on the canvas. He started snoring and all that, no joke. He fell asleep like 2-3 times during the match. I think his opponent got tired of the bullshit and left the ring.

 

[MillzOG]

damn Razor Ramon was my nigga growin up....shame to see him like this now

 

[Ishi]

Has Nash or any of his NWO homies ever tried to help him out.

 

[Chi-Town Bully]

Has Nash or any of his NWO homies ever tried to help him out.

Nash, Triple H and Vince put him in rehab before, unless he wanna get clean then it's a lost cause.

Hall's ex wife tried to help him early this year but he threatened to kill her