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Sid Comments On RAW Return, Punk Appearing At Ohio Comic Con

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– WWE Hall of Famer JJ Dillon turns 70 years old today.

– WWE Champion CM Punk has been announced for the upcoming Ohio Comic Con from Columbus, Ohio in September.

Punk will be appearing at the Greater Columbus Convention Center on Saturday, 9/29 from 1-6pm.

– “Psycho” Sid Vicious tweeted the following after his surprise return to Monday Night RAW after nearly 15 years away from WWE:

https://twitter.com/sidneyeudy/status/217444239758471169

https://twitter.com/sidneyeudy/status/217444553790205953

https://twitter.com/sidneyeudy/status/217447050353188864

It’s worth noting that WWE (via WWE.com & Twitter) actually leaked news of Sid being backstage at RAW before he appeared on television.

New GM To Be Announced At RAW 1,000, Clay’s Streak Ends

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– WWE announced on RAW that a permanent General Manager for RAW and SmackDown will be announced in 4 weeks at the 1,000th RAW Celebration on July 23rd.

RUMOR On The New Permanent WWE General Manager

– Joey Styles is encouraging fans on Twitter to purchase the new ECW Unreleased: Volume 1 DVD/Blu-Ray set if they want to see a Volume 2 released in the future. So far, we’ve heard sales have been strong for the first installment.

– Brodus Clay tweeted the following on Monday night after RAW after losing to the Big Show, which officially ended his winning streak:

Speaking of Brodus Clay, he’ll be doing an autograph signing with Naomi and Cameron at Steiner Sports Store in the Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City, New York on 9/22 from 1-3pm.

Randy Orton Talks Marijuana, Suspension, Skull Punt & More

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Randy Orton has responded to a number of fan questions on Twitter regarding his suspension, WWE banning his skull punt, his dream opponent and more:

Brock Lesnar Advertised For 1,000th RAW Celebration

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It was announced on Monday’s RAW that Brock Lesnar will respond to Triple H’s SummerSlam challenge on next week’s show.

During the show, local commercials aired in St. Louis promoting an appearance by Brock Lesnar at the upcoming 1,000th episode celebration on 7/23 from the Scottrade Center.

The commercial stated that Lesnar would be in St. Louis and questioned, “but what part will he play?”

Lesnar is also advertised for the August 13th edition of RAW, the final show before SummerSlam.

No word yet on whether Lesnar will be at RAW next week to answer Triple H’s challenge in person.

* Rumored SUMMERSLAM Matches & Plans For The WWE Title Through The Summer

What Happened After RAW, Triple H Appears During Commercial

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– Triple H appeared in front of the live crowd at Monday’s RAW during a commercial break.

After Santino Marella defeated Jack Swagger, Triple H came out and hit Swagger with a Pedigree.

– After RAW went off the air, a dark match main event took place: John Cena vs. Big Show and Tensai in a handicap match. Believe it or not, John Cena won after hitting Tensai with the AA.

John Laurinaitis then hit the ring and attacked Cena with a steel chair. Cena got fired up and hit Laurinaitis with the AA to end the show.

* Backstage News From RAW, Rumored SUMMERSLAM Matches

SmackDown Main Event, Kelly Kelly Not At RAW, Rock-Cena DVD

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— Despite being advertised for Monday’s RAW, Kelly Kelly was not there. She Tweeted a message from Cabo, where she is vacationing with her boyfriend, NHL hockey player Sheldon Souray. Kelly is taking time off from WWE.

— The upcoming The Rock vs. John Cena: Once In a Lifetime DVD set will be released on September 11th, 2012.

— The main event of Friday’s Smackdown show will be Sheamus vs. Alberto Del Rio vs. Dolph Ziggler in a Triple Threat match for the World Heavyweight championship. The show will be taped on Tuesday from Evansville, Indiana.

* Backstage News From RAW, Rumored SUMMERSLAM Matches

MITB WWE Title Match, Live Tueday SmackDown Next Week

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– Friday’s episode of WWE SmackDown did a 2.0 cable rating, with 2.97 million viewers. Those numbers are both up big from last week’s rating and viewership and were the most for both since March 9th. The show ranked #1 among the adult male demographics, #2 among male teens and was up bigin all key demographics, according to PWInsider.com.

– It was announced on RAW that WWE will present a special Super SmackDown Live: Great American Bash show next Tuesday night July 3rd at 8/7c.

– WWE Champion CM Punk will defend against Daniel Bryan at next month’s Money in the Bank pay-per-view.

* Backstage News From RAW & Rumored SUMMERSLAM Matches

Bray Wyatt Works Pre-RAW Dark Match, Superstars Matches

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– In a dark match that took place prior to Monday’s RAW went on the air, FCW wrestler Bray Wyatt (former NXT wrestler Husky Harris) defeated Alex Riley in approximately 5. Our live correspondent said that Wyatt got “tremendous heat” from the crowd and Riley got a good reaction as well.

– The following matches were taped for this week’s WWE Superstars, airing this Thursday online:

* WWE Tag-Team Champion Kofi Kingston vs. Michael McGillicutty

* Darren Young vs. Epico

Charlie Sheen Appearing At RAW’s 1,000th Episode Celebration

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Actor Charlie Sheen will be attending WWE’s 1,000th RAW Celebration on July 23rd and will serve as the “Celebrity Social Media Ambassador” for the three hour broadcast.

During RAW, Sheen will give his unique perspective in 140 characters or less about the action. WWE.com wrote about Sheen’s role:

“During the three-hour milestone event July 23 at 8/7 CT on USA Network, the “winning” actor will entertain his 7.5 million Twitter followers and the WWE Universe all night long with his unique 140-character analysis of the action.”

Sheen will be promoting his new show, Anger Management, which premieres this Thursday on FX.

* HUGE News On RAW 1,000: New Rumored GM, Surprises Planned

Cena To Make Historic Announcement On RAW, New Fozzy Date

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– John Cena says he plans to make an historic announcement on tonight’s WWE RAW Supershow. Cena tweeted on Monday afternoon:

Rumor On John Cena’s “Historic Announcement” On RAW

– Chris Jericho’s metal band Fozzy will be playing at Pop’s Nightclub in Sauget, Illinois on August 21st. According to Poprocks.com, fans who have ticket stubs for the Uproar Festival will get free admission to the Pop’s Nightclub show on 8/21.

Fozzy is booked for several dates on the Uproar Festival, but will not be playing on Sunday, 8/19, the day of SummerSlam.

Jericho, who returns to WWE tonight after serving a 30 day suspension, is advertised for SummerSlam.

 

News Matt Morgan’s Visit To CT & Paul Heyman’s WWE Contract

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– TNA star Matt Morgan tweeted the following over the weekend about his recent visit to Connecticut:

It’s been widely speculated that Morgan is interested in returning to WWE when he is contractually able to do so. No word yet on the nature the “business” Morgan conducted while in town, but we’ll post an update on this story when it’s available.

– As reported earlier, WWE is teasing that Paul Heyman will be at RAW tonight to react to Triple H punching him out last week.

Heyman’s current deal with WWE runs through SummerSlam and he’s expected to be a regular on WWE television through then as a representative of Brock Lesnar.

Former WWE Writer Says Vince McMahon Wanted to Fight Him

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Former WWE SmackDown head writer Alex Greenfield appeared on the MLW Radio show over the weekend and says he almost got into a physical altercation with Vince McMahon after a disagreement over a proposed SmackDown storyline.

Here’s what Greenfield said about the incident:

“We’re standing right outside the arena. There are fans way back behind the fence wondering what Mr. McMahon is yelling at this little Jewish kid for. I just refused to back down. I was like, my way is the right way. You did it wrong. He said, Damnit, I wish you were 6′ 7″ and I said, I’m not, but I’m standing right here.”

“And there was a moment in that conversation where I thought he was just going to haul off and punch me in the face. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not talking like a badass here like I would have won this confrontation necessarily. He probably would have broken my jaw.”

“But he really thought about it. I’m convinced to this day that he thought about knocking the [expletive] out of me.”

Part 1 of the MLW Radio interview with Alex Greenfield can be heard here (.MP3).

 

WWE Employees Thank Doane For Speaking Out Against Cena

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Kenn Doane, who appeared as Kenny of the Spirit Squad and Kenny Dykstra for WWE from 2006 to 2008, blames an affair between John Cena and Mickie James for ruining his relationship with the former Diva and sabotaging his once promising career. He stated on Twitter that he has received nothing but positive feedback from those in the professional wrestling industry, including WWE employees, for speaking out against the Cenation leader online.

“Thanks for tweets from positive to negative Nothing but positive from those in the ‘biz’ and in the know,” he wrote Sunday night. “Alot of text messages saying all positive things. ‘Goodjob, thank you, ect’ stuff like so. And that’s from WWE employees and non employees.”

Former WWE star Shad Gaspard agrees with the assessment that Doane’s career was ruined due to backstage politics.

He tweeted, “Kenn Doane is a great guy and worker who was held back. Some of the best guys get shitted on for no good reason.”

Doane stated to SEScoops.com that he we wanted to bury the hatchet with Cena at a WWE show last November, but was blown off. He also explained why he’s speaking out now.

“When I was there in November I was actually excited to talk with John and I wanted to bury this all. He walked by I put my hand out and said hey you got a minute? He didn’t shake my hand and said “for you, absolutely not.” So I was like “really OK John, that’s cool,” he recalls. “So to all you people that disagree with me bringing this up now it’s merely to clear my name of having a bad attitude.”

He continues, “Another thing people claim my timing is bad on this and maybe you’re right. John is going through a divorce right now and I really wish him and Liz a peaceful divorce. But if anyone of you lost your job, personal life and then got stuck with a bad reputation, you’re gonna honestly say you wouldn’t do the same thing? Let’s get real people.”

New WWE Show Announced, Dreamer Launching New Promotion

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— WWE is launching a new weekly one-hour show called “WWE Main Event” that will air Wednesday nights (8/7 central) on ION Television. In a press release sent out on Monday, WWE Chairman & CEO Vince McMahon says:

“WWE looks forward to this new partnership with ION Television. We are excited about producing this new television show, WWE Main Event, and bringing our fans to ION Television every Wednesday.”

WWE Main Event debuts on October 3rd and will feature “a big arena experience with live audiences like current WWE weekly programs from both RAW and SmackDown.” There is no mention of the show featuring first-run programming, so it might be a highlights show.

For more on WWE Main Event, visit Zap2It.com.
— WWE Tag Team Champions Kofi Kingston & R-Truth will be doing an autograph signing this afternoon from the Glenbrook Dodge dealership in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

— ECW original Tommy Dreamer is launching a new promotional called “House of Hardcore” (the same name of the former ECW training academy). The first HoH show will take place on October 6th from the Mid-Hudson Civic Center in Poughkeepsie, New York.

Below is Tommy Dreamer’s official announcement of the new company:

Jerry Lawler Appearing On SmackDown, Latest WWE Download

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– Jerry “The King” Lawler stated on Twitter that he will be on hand for Tuesday’s SmackDown taping in Evansville, Indiana for a match against Michael Cole. It is unclear whether the bout will a dark match or televised since the official website of The Ford Center does not have it advertised.

– In this edition of WWE Download, Dolph Ziggler celebrates summer by sharing some of the season’s most humiliating clips he could find.

– The former Bella Twins stated on Twitter that they attended the premiere of Magic Mike over the weekend: “It’s a must see! @RealKevinNash was awesome! Besos!”

John Cena Visits Wounded Troops, AW Scouting Divas, Raquel Diaz

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– John Cena and Alicia Fox recently visited wounded United States soldiers at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Washington, DC.

– AW is teasing on Twitter that he’s interested in recruiting Divas for his All World stable:

https://twitter.com/awpromotions/status/216360440324825089

– FCW Diva Raquel Diaz (daughter of Vickie & Eddie Guerrero) is now the longest-reigning Divas Champion in FCW history. The previous record holder was WWE Diva Naomi, who now dances with Brodus Clay.

Pictures Of Raquel Diaz’s Crazy New Gimmick At FCW

Diaz captured the gold back in December 2011, when she defeated Audrey. Diaz, who worked this weekend’s WWE SmackDown events as ring announcer, tweeted the following about her milestone:

https://twitter.com/raqueldiazwwe/status/217084463245574144

Metallica May Perform At SummerSlam, Layla Reveals True Age

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– Metallica may appear at SummerSlam on August 19; the legendary heavy metal group is in negotiations with WWE to perform at the pay-per-view event.

Metallica’s The Memory Remains was used by WWE as one of the official WrestleMania XXVIII theme songs to promote the “End of an Era” Hell in a Cell match between Triple H and The Undertaker.

– WWE Divas Champion Layla celebrates her birthday today, however, it is not her thirty-fourth as numerous websites list. She stated yesterday on Twitter that she actually turns thirty-five years old today.

– Vickie Guerrero, who will reign as Interim General Manager on Raw SuperShow and SmackDown this week, tweeted the following: “Ready for my week to have control of Raw and Smackdown…..my office better be ready for occupancy.”

– Booker T is today’s featured Superstar on WWE.com.

(source: PWInsider.com)

Cena Returning To WWE Title Picture: Feud With CM Punk?

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With WWE currently finalizing plans for the upcoming Money in the Bank pay-per-view on July 15th, some fans will find it surprising that Cena might not be booked on the show.

WWE’s top draw is not currently scheduled for a match at Money in the Bank, but will be returning to the WWE title picture this summer.

Backstage News On Orton, Mysterio & Jericho’s WWE Returns

As of this weekend, WWE is considering a double main event for SummerSlam that would feature Brock Lesnar vs. Triple H and John Cena challenging CM Punk for the WWE Championship.

While WWE’s plans are always subject to change, advertising for September’s WWE’s Night of Champions pay-per-view suggests that Cena will not be capturing the WWE title at SummerSlam. A commercial airing in the Boston area promoting Night of Champions states, “John Cena returns to his hometown of Boston to try and re-capture championship glory.”

John Cena has been out of the WWE title picture for quite some time and is expected to be chasing the gold for the latter part of the year.

(Partial Source: F4Wonline.com)

Rey Mysterio Cleared To Return, HBK’s Hunting Show Returns

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– Rey Mysterio’s 60-day suspension ends today and is able to return to action this week. He is expected to return to television next week.

Carl Dantes sent in the following preview for Tuesday’s night’s Season 2 premiere of Shawn Michaels’ MacMillan River Adventures hunting show:

Shawn Michaels’ MacMillan River Adventures begins its second season this June 26, 2012 on The Outdoor Channel every Tuesdays at 11:30pm eastern (8:30 pm pacific), Wednesdays at 8:00am eastern (5:00am pacific) and Saturdays at 7:00pm eastern (4:00pm pacific) Ch-606 on DirectTV, Ch-396 on Dish Network, Ch-406 on XFINITY TV.

The premiere episode will feature hosts Shawn and Keith stalk the world’s largest land animal with a crossbow in this African adventure. They are hunting for elephant in Zimbabwe, Africa. See just how dangerous it can be when they have a close encounter with a big elephant.

Randy Orton Upsets WWE Officials Again, Kharma’s WWE Return

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– Suspended WWE superstar Randy Orton continues to get heat with WWE officials, with his latest offense being recent comments he made on Twitter.

Earlier this month, Orton responded to a fan question and said “we can only pray” that he’ll be returning as a heel. WWE is still firmly behind using Orton as a babyface on SmackDown and was not pleased with him venting about being unhappy with his role on television.

As we’ve been reporting in recent weeks, despite the Orton’s recent differences with management, he’ll return to the main even scene due to WWE’s current lack of roster depth.

– WWE diva Kharma continues to train for her upcoming return and is said to be very close to ring shape.

There are still plans to bring her back as a babyface and slowly build to a Kharma vs. Beth Phoenix match.

(Source: f4wonline.com)

Sound Off 224: Impact Takes A Step Back With AWFUL Finale

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Big Show Responds To Haters, Lilian Does Charity Work, Punk DVD

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– Today’s wrestling birthdays include WWE Divas Champion Layla (34) and Damien Demento (54).

– The WWE Shop website is selling new sunglasses for various WWE superstars.

– Lilian Garcia did some charity work over the weekend, appearing at the 10th Annual LOPen Charity Golf and Concert. She noted on Twitter over the weekend that the event raised over $100,000 for Ohio’s Akron Children Hospital, with WWE donating $14,000 for the cause:

– Big Show responded to his haters on Twitter on Monday morning:

RAW Preview: Jericho Returns, Vickie As GM, Triple H, Big Johnny

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Tonight’s WWE RAW Supershow takes place from the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

The following is advertised for tonight’s show:

– Chris Jericho returns to RAW after completing a 30 day suspension.

– Vickie Guerrero will be the Interim General Manager in charge of the show (and Friday’s SmackDown).

– Triple H, John Laurinaitis Kelly Kelly and R-Truth are scheduled to appear.

– Paul Heyman’s response to getting punched out by Triple H last week.

– The latest on AJ Lee’s relationship with Kane.

– The Primetime Players continue their quest for the WWE Tag Team Titles.

– Will Heath Slater offend another WWE Legend?

The advertised dark match main event is a handicap match featuring John Cena vs. Big Show and John Laurinaitis.

* Details On ORTON & MYSTERIO’s Returns, Plans For SummerSlam & More

Ryback Addresses Goldberg Comparisons; Benoit’s WWE Theme

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– Ryback addressed comparisons to Bill Goldberg during an interview with the July 2012 issue of WWE Magazine. When asked what his look tells WWE Universe members, Ryback responded, “All the Rob Van Dam comparisons are fine with me because we actually have the same airbrush guy. I feel like I’m a colorful person in terms of my personality and what people are going to see over time. The plain black look just didn’t cut it for me. It worked for Austin, it worked for Goldberg, but I’m not Austin or Goldberg—I’m Ryback.”

He was also asked why people should care about him over anyone else: “I bring an intensity and excitement that nobody’s seen in a long time. When you watch a Ryback match, you’re going to be entertained one way or another, whether it lasts for two minutes or twenty minutes.

– The late Chris Benoit’s theme song is available for purchase via iTunes. “Whatever” was released under WWE’s 2002 compilation album Forceable Entry. The song is being sold by Sony, which was released under their label.

– Former WWE Superstars Hillbilly Jim, Jacques Rougeau, Hardcore Holly and Michael Tarver have been announced for Legends of the Ring 15, which takes place October 13 at the Crowne Plaza in Monroe, New Jersey.

Former Stars Remember Chris Benoit, Hart Looks Back At Stroke

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– This weekend marks the five-year anniversary of the Chris Benoit double murder-suicide that occurred over a three-day period ending on June 24, 2007. He murdered his wife and son before hanging himself. Two former WCW stars went on Twitter to remember their late friend.

Perry Saturn: “Another one of those horrible anniversaries. Chris was a great friend and I miss him.”

Scotty Riggs: “Many wrestling fans remember this weekends 5 yr anniversary in their own way, I chose to miss my friends Chris, Nancy & Daniel … All RIP.”

Blue Meanie, who worked with Benoit in ECW and WWE, stated, “Today I reflect on a the 5yr ann. of the most shocking days of my life w/the Chris Benoit double murder/suicide.”

– Ten years ago today, Bret Hart suffered a stroke after hitting his head in a bicycle accident. He briefly suffered paralysis on his left side, which required months of physical therapy. Hart has since recovered much of his mobility and is in good health, although he suffers from an emotional imbalance.

Hart addressed the anniversary on Twitter, writing, “10 years ago today at this very hour, death came calling and returned home empty handed. Thank you God for letting me continue my journey.”

– Today marks the anniversary of three more wrestling deaths: Shane Bauer, who was Chris Benoit’s early tag team partner Biff Wellington, was found dead five years ago today. Toni Adams passed away two years ago today at the age of 45, while midget wrestling star Cowboy Bradley passed away that same day at 75.