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WWE Spokesperson Issues Statement On Tiffany’s Suspension

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A WWE spokesperson commented on the suspension of Tiffany (Taryn Terrell), wife of fellow wrestler Drew McIntyre, following her arrest earlier this month in Los Angeles, California.

“WWE are aware of the situation and have taken appropriate disciplinary action,” the spokesperson told Scotland newspaper The Daily Record.

The former Playboy model was suspended by WWE following her August 8 arrest. She is due in court this week in Los Angeles for a preliminary hearing.

Trish Stratus & Lita Reunite, Mickie James Returns To Her Roots

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— Last night, Lita, accompanied by Trish Stratus, attended a local event in Toronto, Ontario headlined by legendary Luchador el Hijo Del Santo. After the event, Right After Wrestling’s Arda Ocal caught up with Lita, who told him that she plans to open up a Lucha Libre themed restaurant in the Atlanta area. Her band, the LuchaGores, are currently on hiatus, as other members of the band have other endeavours they are currently focusing on. Lita also has movie projects on the horizon. She is in town visiting Trish Stratus to speak about upcoming business projects.

Meanwhile, Stratus and Lita will be live in-studio together for the first time since they appeared on The Howard Stern Show in 2001. Tune into Live Audio Wrestling at 11:00 p.m. EST on Sirius 98 Hardcore Sports Radio or listen via their online stream. E-mail your questions to [email protected] or call 1-888-942-7326.

— Mickie James is scheduled to appear for Dory Funk’s “!BANG! TV” on Sept. 11 in Ocala, Florida. She will be teaming with Claudia “The Claw” Reiff as they take on Rachel “The Wasilla Wrecker” Moore and Cassie Crush in Women’s Tag Team Championship bout.

Before reaching superstardom with World Wrestling Entertainment, James trained at the WWE Hall of Famer’s Funking Conservatory Wrestling School.

— Johnny Walker, who wrestled as Mr. Wrestling II, underwent bypass heart surgery Friday in Charlotte, North Carolina The surgery was successful and Walker is recovering at the hospital.

UFC 118 Quick Results: Edgar-Penn, Couture-Toney

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UFC 118 Results from Boston

The following are the results of the UFC 118 pay-per-view and Spike TV preliminary fights, which took place on Saturday in Boston, Mass.

– Nik Lentz beat Andre Winner via unanimous decision.

– Joe Lauzon over Gabe Ruediger via first-round submission.

– Dan Miller beat John Slater via submission.

– Nate Diaz beat Marcus Davis via submission in round three.

– Gray Maynard beat Kenny Florian via unanimous decision.

– Demian Maia beat Mario Miranda via unamious decision.

– Randy Couture beat James Toney via first-round submission.

– Frankie Edgar beat B.J. Penn via unanimious decision to retain the UFC Lightweight Championship.

Carlito Now A Free Agent & Talks About Going To ROH

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Former WWE superstar posted a few messages on Twitter on Friday regarding his 90-day no-compete clause expiring and what’s next for him. Carlito announced:

“My no-compete expired 2day! Let me go outside and c what freedom smells like!”

Also regarding working for RO, it sounds like he’s into it, but doesn’t know if the ROH fans would show him any love.

“ROH? I’d would b gr8 2 do a show 4 them! That crowd would boo me out of the building…and I’d luv it! Just give me a mic and stand back! Cornette doesn’t like me though, so I don’t see that happening!”

Where would you like to see Carlito go? ROH, TNA or maybe a return to WWE? Comment below and tell us.

Serena Comments On WWE Release, Miz Lands Magazine Cover

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— Serena issued the following statement on Twitter in light of her release from World Wrestling Entertainment, which was announced by the organization Friday:

“To each and every one of my extraordinary fans, I would like to thank you for your love and support. The past year of my life has been an amazing journey. The people I’ve come to know will always be in my heart and the unique places I’ve been have shown me how beautiful the world is. I feel very blessed. I fell madly in love with pro wrestling when I was just 11 years old. I pursued my childhood dream with every ounce of passion I had and I couldn’t be more proud of where my career has gone so far. I am so excited about the future and continuing to become as great as I can be, hopefully inspiring others along the way. “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined”…Dreams do come true ?.. I love you all– Serena”

— The Miz is featured on the cover of the October 2010 edition of WWE Magazine. To view it, click here.

— The WWE Supershow in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada on October 16, 2010 has been canceled. Refunds will be available at the point of purchase starting September 3, 2010. (Thanks to Devin Cutting)

Layla’s Response Following Slam From “The Beautiful People”

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This week’s episode of TNA Wrestling’s new behind the scenes program ReACTION saw the recently reunited pairing of Angelina Love and Velvet Sky slam those who have attempted to imitate The Beautful People stable over the years.

Love charged during the pseudo-shoot program, “We created a group that has been like no other for women in professional wrestling. People have tried to be like this. People wanted to join us. No can do.”

Sky added, “And for all you wannabe Beautiful People girls out there… you know exactly who I’m talking about, get a life. You will never be us.”

Angelina then cryptically noted, “And you’re not cool by the way. You’re not cool.”

Some have interpreted their message as a thinly veiled potshot towards WWE Diva alliance Lay-Cool — Michelle McCool and Women’s Champion Layla. Both have directed similar remarks towards rival performers in the past, with Love recently stating the following on her Facebook account while watching television: “So this is what I get for quickly flipping thru the channels on a friday night……a blonde & a brunette blatantly ripping something off……..BRUTAL!!!”

Apparently in response to the TNA Knockouts’ most recent remarks, Layla said the following on Twitter yesterday:

“Living the dream & so blessed!!
1 thing I know when u r attacked u have 2 decide if it’s worth the time & effort to retaliate
Not worth the press
Plus don’t deserve the press we get even tho they want it & need it :-)

Real talk”

It was reported this past June in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter that the Lay-Cool act was concocted due to WWE’s creative department being embarrassed by The Beautiful People making their female performers look second-rate by comparison.

To view The Beautiful Peoples’ ReACTION promo, click here.

Roberts’ Retirement Speech Online, Sullivan Comments On Luna

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– Kevin Sullivan released the following statement concerning the passing of Luna Vachon:

“I am saddened to hear of the passing of Luna Vachon. Not only was she a fantastic performer, but I was lucky enough to consider her a dear friend and I will miss her greatly. Luna was an integral part of my career and I would not have succeeded without her. We have lost a great performer and an even greater person. My condolences go out to her family and to her friends.”

– Nickelodeon will be airing former WWE Diva Stacy Keibler’s guest appearances on the sitcom George Lopez Tuesday night at 1:00 a.m. and 3:00 a.m.

– Former WWE star Jake “The Snake” Roberts announced his retirement from professional wrestling Sunday night while performing for the 2CW Wrestling promotion in Rochester, New York. Following the bout, he took the microphone and told the crowd that despite his love for wrestling, he could no longer compete due to medical issues. Here’s a video of Jake’s retirement speech:

WWE Announces Serena’s Release From The Organization

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World Wrestling Entertainment announced exactly at 10:00 p.m. this evening that Serena has been released from the organization.

“WWE has come to terms on the release of WWE Diva Serena. We wish Serena the best in all future endeavors,” they wrote.

It is believed that she was released from her contract last weekend, but due to her appearance on tonight’s taped episode of Friday Night SmackDown, WWE waited until the conclusion of the broadcast to make an official announcement.

As reported Monday, she was released for disciplinary reasons.

Past Names Scheduled For Raw, WWE’s Death Clause, More

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— As noted earlier, WWE Superstars from both Raw and SmackDown will be on hand for the record-breaking 900th edition of the longest running, weekly episodic television program in history: Monday Night Raw. According to a report on f4wonline.com, names from the past will also be appearing to give the show a nostalgic feel.

No names were specified.

— Author and Linda McMahon activist Irv Muchnick published today the death clause written in all WWE talent contracts:

“WRESTLER, on behalf of himself and his heirs, successors, assigns and personal representatives, hereby releases, waives and discharges PROMOTER from all liability to WRESTLER and covenants not to sue PROMOTER for any and all loss or damage on account of injury to any person or property or resulting in serious or permanent injury to WRESTLER or WRESTLER’s death, whether caused by the negligence of the PROMOTER, other wrestlers or otherwise.”

— The Great Khali celebrates his birthday today as he turns 38 years old.

More On Luna Vachon’s Death, Autopsy Scheduled For Tomorrow

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As reported earlier, former WWE performer Gertrude Vachon (a/k/a Luna Vachon) died this morning at her mother’s home in Florida. She was staying with her mother after her own home was recently burned down in a fire.

In an update on the situation, TMZ.com reports that Vachon was found dead by her mother at approximately 10 a.m. this morning, according to law enforcement officials. Her cause of death has not been determined yet.

Authorities currently do not believe there was any foul play involved in her passing. An autopsy is scheduled for tomorrow.

Scott Hall’s Publicist Debunks Rumors That He Is Seriously Ill

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Scott Hall’s publicist issued a cryptic statement on MySpace.com this afternoon asking that fans keep “The Bad Guy” in their thoughts and prayers. She added, “Will update as soon as I know.”

She then clarified her remarks with the following statement:

Well once again I come to put an end to the BS and Assumptions of others..

Why in heavens name, would anyone think Scott is seriously ill.. just because.. I said keep him in your thoughts and prayers…

He is in a place he is getting help.. doesn’t mean the road will be easy.. he is dealing with much.. He is making life changeing changes.. old habits are hard to break..

I said.. when I know ,you will.. but until then I wish people wouldn not take things out of context and assume the worse..

I still ask that you keep him in your thoughts and prayers.. that he will come out of this healthy and happy.. After all.. we just want The Bad Guy to be ok…

Maggie

It was noted earlier this week by longtime friend Kevin Nash that Hall had checked into a rehabilitation center on behalf of WWE’s Talent Wellness Program. He was scratched from an independent wrestling show tour of the East Coast, including a heavily promoted event in New York City.

Hall’s publicist said last week: “Recovery for Scott has been very slow process; he was trying to get better and was looking forward to his appearances on the East Coast.”

Hall had been in the hospital recently as he came down with double pneumonia, affecting both of his lungs.

Vachon’s Passing Causes Online Surge, The Boogeyman Returns

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— News of Luna Vachon’s passing today provoked an explosive surge in an online interest pertaining to the former WWE performer as she is currently the top trending topic on Google. She was also at one point the top trending topic on both Yahoo and Twitter.

— The wrestler formerly known as The Boogeyman — now billed as The Boogie Man — is advertised to appear at tomorrow night’s Booker T promoted Pro Wrestling Alliance event in Houston, Texas. For more information on the show, visit www.bookertpwa.com.

— Former WWE Women’s Champion Jazz celebrates her 37th birthday today while WWE Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter celebrates his 62nd.

Mickie James Discusses Leaving WWE, Possible Future In TNA

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Show: Interactive Wrestling Radio courtesy of http://www.WrestlingEpicenter.com/
Guest: Mickie James
Date: 8/25/10
Your Hosts: Patrick Kelley, James Walsh, & Nick Noel
Transcript By: Patrick Kelley

One of the hottest names on the wrestling scene right now as she sets her sights on success outside of it, Mickie James stops by to discuss her new CD, her upcoming concert supporting Gretchen Wilson and Montgomery Gentry, and her time in the wrestling business working in bars and clubs all the way through working in front of nearly 100,000 on the showcase of the immortals, WrestleMania. It is a fun interview with a talented performer.

This interview was conducted on Monday, August 23 for air on August 25. This was conducted before the passing of Luna Vachon. As we didn’t mention it on the air, I’d like to send out our sincere condolences and to dedicate this interview and broadcast to the memory of Luna Vachon. Her hard work will always be remembered at the Wrestling Epicenter.

To listen to this interview including downloading it for play on any portable device, go to http://www.WrestlingEpicenter.com/. If you like what you hear, check out the store and support us to keep us 100% free!

MICKIE JAMES

– Mickie comes onto the show and jumps into a discussion on her new album “Strangers & Angels” and she says the experience has been very positive with good reviews & a great fan response.

– She decided to go into music because its something she’s always loved. She played violin in high school and was always interested in it, and she began writing songs while on the road in the WWE. She was never professionally trained to sing, but decided to give it a shot and she’s very happy with how its turned out.

– For right now, she’s trying to balance both wrestling & music, and will actually be facing Awesome Kong in October. She did make it sound as though music was more the route she was hoping to travel.

– Going into her wrestling career, James mentions being a fan of her work since first seeing her in BBOW back in 2001. She says going from the independents to the WWE was a huge accomplishment in her career. She was also very proud of the storyline with herself and Trish Stratus for Wrestlemania 22. She feels she was brought up to the main roster in an awesome story that helped her in the long run.

– James mentions that on this show’s WrestleMania 22 preview years ago, they remarked that the longest running story going into the show was the Mickie/Trish angle and as a result, it was one of the most anticipated. Mickie says there was pressure to deliver, but they both knew their characters well & understood the storyline perfectly, so they made it work.

– In comparing music to wrestling, she says that wrestling is more of a display of strength while performing music shows a more vulnerable side of her, so fans get to see a different side to her personality.

– She talks about her appearance on the television show “Psych” and she had a lot of fun playing the role she played. She says acting isn’t really the route she’s attempting to travel but she’s open to it.

– Mickie felt that the reason WWE didn’t want to use her Indy name “Alexis Laree” is because they probably thought it didn’t sound like a real name. She had no problems using her real name on WWE television as the name sounds cool. She gives her mother props for the cool name though Mickie and James brieftly joke about the “Hey Mickie” song from the 80’s.

– When she started going into music, she says that the WWE supported her every step along the way up until she left the company.

– Dixie Carter attended some of Mickie’s concerts, and when asked if she’d go back to TNA, she says its something that interests her. However, she wants to balance both music & wrestling. She says she’ll have to see where music takes her and if she would be able to do both. She did also mention that TNA has a less strenuous schedule.

– She’s going to perform at a huge concert in her hometown of Richmond, VA with huge country music talents such as Gretchen Wilson and Montgomery Gentry. She says it’s a huge honor to be doing a big show like that, especially with big names involved. She says it is by far the biggest audience she’ll have ever sung in front of and is so happy that it is in her own hometown.

– She has heard people compare it to Gretchen Wilson which she sees as a massive compliment but she wants Gretchen to sound like Gretchen and Mickie to sound like Mickie.

– Mickie describes her music as “Where country meets rock”. James says he can hear a lot of rock influence, especially classic Southern rock. Mickie seems happy that he caught that.

– The discussion shifts to her leaving the WWE. Mickie says that there were goals she wishes she had accomplished, but was happy with her success there. When asked about the “Piggy James” story with Michelle McMcool, she acknowledges the mixed reactions the storyline got, but it ultimately didn’t get the payoff it needed because she got the Staff Infection. She also talks about how she forced herself to be ready in time for Wrestlemania 26.

– She has written more music for another album and hopes to keep growing bigger and bigger in her music career as she continues to improve.

– James mentions that recent guests have said how loyal wrestling fans are. Mickie agrees saying she has some of the best fans in the world and that wrestling fans are a lot like music fans in that if they really connect with you, they’ll be fans for life. She loves them all.

WWE Issues Statement Regarding The Death Of Luna Vachon

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World Wrestling Entertainment issued the following statement this afternoon acknowledging the death of former performer Gertrude Vachon (a/k/a Luna Vachon), who was reportedly found dead this morning at her mother’s home:

Luna Vachon passes away
Written: August 27, 2010

World Wrestling Entertainment has been made aware of the passing of Gertrude (Luna) Vachon. WWE extends its deepest condolences to the Vachon family.

Ms. Vachon was under contract with WWE at various times from 1993 through 2000, and performed under the name “Luna” Vachon. She last performed for WWE in early 2000.

Angle Talks About His TNA Contract Expiring, Retiring & More

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Kurt Angle says he’s going to continue wrestling full-time until his TNA deal expires in a year, but after that, he’ll have to evaluate his future.

In an interview with Kevin Eck of the Baltimore Sun, Angle said, “I believe that you’re not going to see much more of Kurt Angle.”

“Financially, I’m fine,” he said.. “The hard part about leaving wrestling is I’ll miss it. I have a couple of food companies now and I’m doing movies. If I do retire, I think it’ll be a retirement match, and then a part-time schedule. It’s so hard for wrestlers to leave the ring. It’s difficult and I’ve given it thought. I have one year left on my contract with TNA and then I will evaluate from there.”

Angle says his knees, lower back, and neck are “always stiff,” but he hasn’t felt this good in a decade.

“I think this is probably the best I’ve felt, and it has a lot to do with the reduced work schedule in TNA where they’re not using me at every house show,” Angle said. “So having that lighter schedule has allowed my body to recuperate more.”

Angle needs to scale back the physicality of his in-ring style if he wants to continue wrestling, but he doesn’t know if he’s capable of that.

“Many people have told me, including Vince McMahon himself, that my work style is too intense; too aggressive. I don’t know if I can ‘work smarter,’ if you want to put it that way,” he said. “I learned from wrestlers like Eddie Guerrero and Chris Benoit, who were under-sized, to make up for that by working with much more intensity.”

Angle also talked about his movie career, which stars in TNA he thinks have what it takes to carry the company into the future and more.

Check out the interview here:

Breaking News: Luna Vachon Dead At 48

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We are sad to report that former WWE performer Luna Vachon was found dead this morning at her mother’s home. She was 48 years old.

Luna is survived by two sons, Joshua and Van, as well as a granddaughter, Lauren.

Vachon was recently in the news after a house fire destroyed much of her old wrestling memorabilia. Mick Foley started a campaign via Twitter for fans to send memorabilia to her. She had been staying with her mother in the past few weeks.

We express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Luna Vachon.

ROH Owner Talks About Tyler Black Leaving, Bryan, Homicide

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Ring of Honor owner Cary Silkin joined The Wheelhouse (Wheelhouseradio.com) on Thursday August 26th to promote the upcoming Glory By Honor IX IPPV live in New York City’s Manhattan Center on September the 11th on GoFightLive.tv.

The card is headlined by ROH World Champion Tyler Black taking on Roderick Strong for the ROH World Championship with Terry Funk as the Special Guest referee, the Kings of Wrestling vs. the debutng Charlie Hass & Shelton Benjamin, Colt Cabana & El Generico vs. Kevin Steen & Steve Corino in a double Chain match and more! For more information visit ROHWrestling.com

The following are some quotes from The Wheelhouse’s interview with Cary Silkin:

Tyler Black leaving ROH for WWE: “I’m angry on losing a talent like Tyler Black and hope that he’s is going to do well. But one good thing Bower (host of The Wheelhouse) is I’m used to this having gone through it with a number of guys. They thought Ring of Honor was finished last September…when Nigel and Bryan simultaneously left, that was a hell of a blow. We can go on and on, CM Punk, Matt Sydal, Samoa Joe, Homicide and so on and so forth. But somehow we always come out on the other side ok…I hate to see Tyler leave but he’s not done yet.”

Homicide possibly returning to ROH: “Sure there’s a possibility. He can’t participate; he has a clause where he can’t compete till sometime until the middle of September…but we would love to have Homicide back in ROH…he has rich history in Ring of Honor and I hope we can do something with him down the road.”

Was Bryan Danielson Contacted to Return to ROH? “Yes there were. I had a feeling there was something going on and no one is going to ever say for sure. But we spoke to Bryan and it just didn’t jive with the offers we made to him and his counter offers and this and that. There were some indications to me that he wasn’t going to be along very long. He’s a guy that deserves the best there is no doubt about it and I’m glad for him…Had he been available were would have certainly spoken to him but he didn’t indicate that and we wish him the best.”

To download the complete interview go to The Wheelhouse’s website over at Wheelhouseradio.com and click “podcasts.”

Thanks to reader Jeff Peck for sending this in.

SyFy Filming At WWE Developmental – For NXT Season 3?

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The SyFy network once again had their TV cameras at the WWE developmental tapings this week filming matches.

Based on who wrestled at the tapings, you could speculate as to who might be on season 3 of NXT.

Superstars that wrestled and haven’t previously appeared on NXT included Xavier Woods, Idol Stevens, Bo Rotunda, Richie Steamboat, Wes Brisco, Tag Team Champions Johnny Curtis & Derrick Bateman, Hunico & Epico and FCW Heavyweight Champion Mason Ryan.

There have yet to be Diva Rookies on NXT, but we’ve heard that the idea is being strongly considered for Season 3. Divas in action included Aksana, AJ Lee, Livianna and FCW Divas Champion Naomi Night.

The Florida Championship Wrestling website recently confirmed that it will be holding live events in the coming weeks featuring the stars of “NXT Season 3,” so perhaps we’ll see NXT Season 3 on SyFy in some capacity this fall.

Stephanie McMahon & Triple H Welcome Their Third Child

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Stephanie McMahon gave birth to her third child Wednesday, a baby girl.

Linda McMahon confirmed earlier this year on her Twitter account that Stephanie was pregnant with her third child after she appeared visibly pregnant at a rally event for her Senate campaign.

It was speculated at the time that Stephanie would deliver the baby in August.

McMahon and husband Triple H already have two daughters; Aurora Rose Levesque (born July 24, 2006) and Murphy Claire (born July 28, 2008).

Congratulations to the entire McMahon family!

Lance Cade’s Father Says Linda McMahon Disrespected His Family

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Harley McNaught, father of former WWE performer Lance McNaught (a/k/a Lance Cade), responded to Linda McMahon’s recent statements regarding his deceased son.

McMahon claimed to the Connecticut Post last week that she “might have met him once” when asked if she knew the former WWE Tag Team Champion.

Reiterating the details of the WWE’s Wellness Program, she then told reporters that World Wrestling Entertainment can no more be held accountable for deaths of performers “than a film studio could have prevented Heath Ledger’s death”.

“Who knows what causes people to have addictions and do what they do?” she added.

Her flippant response has left Harley and his family furious.

“I’ve been with him on two different WWE functions where she came up to him and knew him by name,” McNaught said in an interview with TheDay.com.

“She disrespected him,” McNaught said. “She disrespected my family.”

A McMahon campaign spokesman said it “certainly wasn’t Linda’s intent to diminish any additional interaction she may have had” with McNaught.

“WWE has nearly 600 employees and about 140 performers, and I think it’s understandable that Linda may not recollect every interaction she’s had, particularly given the fact that she’s personally met with thousands of voters since resigning her position at WWE in September,” said Ed Patru. “Linda’s a very kind and sympathetic person, but she is human.”

McNaught added that Lance, “would have cut his arm off for Vince McMahon, but it wasn’t there in return. [Vince] don’t care any more than the man in the moon for them, other than as dollar signs.”

To read the article, click here.

Charlie Haas Talks Drugs In WWE, Lance Cade & More

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Alex Marvez of Scrippsnews.com conducted a phone interview with former WWE superstar Charlie Haas last week.

Haas, who was released from WWE in February after almost a decade with the company, says despite his athletic ability, other forces held him back from being a main event performer.  “When you’ve got guys on top who hate you and are burying you behind your back, you’re not going to go anywhere.”

Here are some highlights of what he said about:

Working With Shelton Benjamin Again: “I’m not only excited to be back with Shelton, but also being able to have the handcuffs taken off so we can wrestle the way we want to. We’re going to work for a company that appreciates wrestling and wants you to go out and steal the show. You don’t have to play political games. This is going to be a great match.”

Drug Use In WWE: “WWE is cleaning things up. There was a group of guys who were addicted to all that stuff before the wellness program. They thought you need to do pills, drugs or whatever to live the life of a wrestler. People are being really educated now that you don’t have to do that anymore.”

Lance Cade’s Death “With each individual person it’s different. Some have addictive personalities that might be in their genetic code. A lot of times, it’s an individual decision. I get angry about a lot of it. Once you’re an addict, you don’t see how badly you’re hurting people. Eddie’s kids won’t know what it’s like to have their daddy in their life. Lance will never be there to walk his daughter down the aisle or see her graduate. It really breaks my heart.”

Carlito Explains Late 2009 Disappearance, Keibler Splits With BF

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— Fans may recall Carlito mysteriously disappearing from World Wrestling Entertainment airwaves for a few months late last year shortly after his tag team partnership with his brother had ceased. The former WWE Superstar explained today on Twitter that he was removed from television last fall because he was sent to a rehabilitation facility to be evaluated for drug addiction. He says he passed the center’s various tests and it was determined that he was not a drug addict. He was then sent to a psychiatrist, which he felt was “a waste of time.” Carlito remained off television until November because management felt he was “very angry” at work.

“Ha, I was off tv in late 2009 because I was sent on a lil “sabatical,” said Carlito, responding to fan asking about his disappearance last year. “And by “sabatical” I mean I was sent to a rehab facility for a few days to be evaluated. I passed, they said I wasn’t an addict. Then I was sent to a psychiatrist…a waste of time! Then they kept me at home because they felt I was very angry at work! I was!”

— Former WWE Diva Stacy Keibler has split with longtime boyfriend, actor Geoff Stults, reports the New York Post. The story notes that Keibler and Stults discussed getting engaged last year, but they have since gone their separate ways.

— Former TNA X Division Champion Petey Williams turns 29 years old today. It is said that he is currently working as a personal trainer in Michigan.

Superstars Preview, Carlito Free From WWE, HBK’s New Glasses

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— Only two matches are advertised for this week’s episode of WWE Superstars on WGN America — Chris Masters vs. Drew McIntyre and Goldust vs. William Regal.

— At the request of the fans, Shawn Michaels has posted a video showing off his new glasses — in a manner that only he can.

— Former WWE developmental wrestler Jenny Quinn was backstage at last Thursday’s Florida Championship Wrestling show in Tampa. The former Playboy model was released last February.

— Carlito’s ninety-day no-compete clause with World Wrestling Entertainment expired over the weekend. He is now free to join any wrestling promotion with national television exposure.

Update On Team 3D’s TNA Contracts Expiring – WWE Bound?

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To update the news that Team 3D’s contracts with TNA Wrestling recently expired … We can confirm that Team 3D did not appear at this week’s TNA iMPACT tapings and are not booked for the upcoming No Surrender pay-per-view on September 5th.

The general feeling within TNA is that Team 3D will sign new deals and the company has them penciled in for a match at Bound For Glory in October.

Regarding a WWE return, there have been people within WWE trying to get The Dudleys to return. A “Best of” DVD package for the tag team has been discussed as one of the “bargaining chips” that could be used to lure them in, but a return to WWE is just talk at this point and nothing anyone with power has made a call on.

Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

ROH President Cary Silkin Asking Fans For Feedback

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The following was sent in to SEScoops this afternoon from Ring of Honor President Cary Silkin ..

To Every Wrestling Fan,

Wrestling is an industry that is always changing and evolving. Ring of Honor was born out of that very idea. I’m humbled by every fan who has stuck with us and every new fan who has found us in the last nine years. Without you, we wouldn’t be here. I’ve been a wrestling fan for forty-five years and my first experience with the business was being fascinated as a kid with guys like Bruno Sammartino, Fred Blassie, The Sheik and countless others. I remember rushing to the candy store to buy the new wrestling magazines which were the only source of information for a fan who wanted to know what was going on in the wrestling world. I continued to follow the business throughout my life and somehow wound up publishing a wrestling magazine in Puerto Rico in 1999-2001 and then soon after the Ring of Honor opportunity came along.

A lot has changed with Ring of Honor in its nine years and we’re always looking to find new ways to reach out and make the brand better and more accessible. Launching the TV show on HDNet in 2009 opened ROH to more fans; as they grow we will grow. Everywhere I go, fans come up to me and let me know what they love about ROH, what they hate about ROH and what they think can be better. I love our fan base and want to expand that interaction not only with me but the company.

I’m reaching out to every ROH fan within the sound of my voice, but with it being 2010, my voice is expanding to social media. As the world evolves, so will ROH. So starting this weekend, I’ll be tweeting more often and want to hear what you like, what you don’t like, etc. When I get to the cities for our events, I’ll be offering a unique opportunity to meet me and various ROH personalities. Follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/ROHCary, our main ROH page at http://twitter.com/ROHonHDNet, and also http://www.facebook.com/ringofhonor.

On those pages we will putting times and places we will be at before the show. First fans to show up will get tickets, merchandise, photos, and autographs. I will depend on all of you to spread the word when these messages go up; put #FindROH on twitter or share the postings on Facebook.

I’m looking forward to see how Ring of Honor evolves going forward and appreciate all of your support.

Sincerely,

Cary Silkin