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Isn't this the reason that Sting was acting like such an ass over not wanting to be a heel either? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yes. Since the heel is meant to end up getting beaten, you would think good Christian men would jump at the chance to show that the bad guy always winds up losing in the end. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> That was pretty much the philosophy of Ted DiBiase. And he was a damn fine heel.

I got to play the heel at a church Christmas play. Thrill of a lifetime to be 10 years old, in church wearing an old t-shirt, ripped up jeans, and a baseball cap. I got to interrupt church as the ignorant "Spike". Of course, I turned face by the end after having the Christmas Story played out in front of me. But I digress. I also think Masters will pull out an ULTRA cheap victory. Similiar to the lame Master Lock Challenge. However, I think HBK will go over Masters the night after and once again the next week so all will be right w/ the world.

Can't argue w/ this.

Captain Lou Albano was another notorious obvious blader. Of course blading wasn't as widely known about back in the 60s-80s as it is today. But looking back, all he did was stick a blade in his finger tape and wildly swipe away whenever someone would bop him w/ a foreign object.

It really irritates me that WWE would do this to gimmicks they never created. I can understand making sure "Razor Ramon" & "Diesel" never see the light of day on the competition's show but to take credit for gimmicks they never founded just plain sucks. I wouldn't expect anything less. Oh, yes I can . . . Next week on Raw, Lou E Dangerously (the former Sign Guy DUDLEY) shows up w/ 3 guys named "The Dudley Boyz" and "Justin Credible" to spoof Paul Heyman's ECW. Did I say Raw? I meant Heat. Did I say Heat? I meant it'll be a wwe.com exclusive.

This is what I don't get. The shows were known about months ago. Why is WWE going after them NOW after the fact instead of stoping it BEFORE the show went on. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> They have upcoming shows in Pittsburgh and Cleveland coming up in a week or so.

I wonder if they can legally go after Raven.

Hmmm, than I guess I'm just lucky. Either way, dvds are still too sensitive for me to convert everything just to throw the VHSs away.

I disagree about the chase part. The chase is only intriguing when the face has never been champion before. Now that Batista is champion, I don't think he can lose the title, chase it, and still have as much fan support as he did going into WM21. Plus, I don't think Batista is stale at all. He's cool, calm, but merciless when he has to be. An awesome guy to have on your side but pure hell to face him. His segment w/ Simon Dean shows he can still connect w/ the audience w/o raising his voice or cutting a typical "It's great to be in . . ." promo. Basically, if one hated the guy from the beginning of his super push, there'd be no reason to like him. If one liked the guy from the beginning of his super push, there'd be no reason to hate him.

On a regular basis, only The Office for me. "I'm HITLER!"

Growing up, I must have laughed every time Roddy Piper called Heenan "Boobs". It still gets a chuckle out of me.

Viva la VHS! I just got done converting 20 discs of ECW on TNN to 6 VHS tapes because I find VHS to be more durable than DVD. Drop a tape . . . no problem at all Drop a dvd . . . you're fucked DVDs are just as senstive as VHS.

I appreciated Jose Luis Rivera . . . a true jobber's jobber. In MSG, he lost to Rene Goulet (in 1984), Barry Horowitz (in 1988), the Brooklyn Brawler (in 1989), and countless others. Plus, I marked out for not only Howard Finkel's pronunciation of the JoseLuiiis Rrrrrrriverrraaaaaa name but also Rivera's half-assed 'point the finger' salute once his name was announced.

It wasn't available in the states although it was hyped a bit in the states.

I'd be the last one to expect that to happen. Not that he wouldn't deserve a push.

I'd love to see Corino in the WWE, even if as a commentator/manager. Maybe Big Dust can get him in.

Survivor Series 1991 (camera on Monsoon/Heenan) Monsoon: We are going to have more information on getting some television coverage of that match next week. Heenan: Well, I need to know now. Monsoon: You need to know now. Well, isn't that too bad? We don't know right now. Heenan: Well, get on the horn and call somebody. I need to know. While not really funny on paper, the deliveries and facial expressions were priceless.

Yeah, he went by Vito Cruz in the WWF.

He also punked out Hogan later that night by goading him into putting the title up the next month in which the title could change hands by DQ/CO.

Coach does a great job on commentary. I wouldn't change that.

Another ECW question . . . what exactly were Mitch's duties. Before becoming an assistant for Simon Diamond, he's seen at the timekeeper's table for many events in 1999-2000. My initial guess would be he was on the ring crew, but he was way overdressed for that (shirt, tie, and slacks). Was he a House of Hardcore graduate? I figure they didn't have him around just to ring a bell. Thanks in advance.

Unfortuantely, Matthews wouldn't last 2 minutes on Smackdown. He'd mention how Spanky is returning after a stint in ROH and be canned immediately . . . assuming Spanky ever makes it to the main show.

It's about time someone other than Stevie Richards gets hurt in a match that involves Stevie Richards.

Credit: PWInsider.com Due to injury sustained several weeks ago while working a match with Stevie Richards, Marty "Boogeyman" Wright is still recovering from the hyperextension of his knees. During his hiatus, WWE has stopped production and running of all vignettes.

Here are the emails: Now let’s get to some of your emails… From: Roland Hi, Jim Ross I was just wondering who the next WWE Diva to be in Playboy we be. Roland, I have been sworn to secrecy regarding the next Diva to appear in Playboy, but I can assure you she will be naked. I can only assume that this project will be in connection with WrestleMania, which has become somewhat customary with the positive, working relationship between Playboy and WWE. From: Niall Manley Hey JR, I've read that Mick Foley has signed a contract with WWE. When do you think he will return? And will he be on SmackDown! or RAW? I don’t think the ink has dried on the new contract yet, but having Mick back on WWE TV is always a good thing. I don’t know for sure what show Mick will be featured on but, selfishly, I hope it is Monday Night RAW. I think the “Hardcore Legend” belongs on cable which means he would be back on RAW. By the way, several months ago I read the manuscript of Mick’s latest novel entitled, “Scooter” and I could not put it down. It is one of the most compelling reads I have experienced in a long time and I highly recommend you check this one out. I don’t throw out book recommendations on a whim, but this one is a keeper. And for the record, it is not about wrestling. It reads like a Quinton Tarantino screenplay and might make one helluva movie…an “R” rated movie nonetheless. From: Jeff Hello Jim, Will we ever see Shane and Stephanie back on RAW or SmackDown!? What are they up to these days? Jeff, never say never in this business. It would not surprise me either way. However, both are staying extremely busy in their perspective and important roles behind the scenes. Each has the overwhelming McMahon work ethic which proves the old adage that the acorn doesn’t fall far from the tree. From: Kenny O JR, With College football starting this week, I can’t wait to hear you pulling for the Oklahoma Sooners once again. I have already circled October 8 on my calendar because that is the day Oklahoma will face Texas. How much crying are you going to do that following Monday on RAW after quarterback Vince Young and the rest of the Longhorns run wild on you? Go Horns! And to think, Kenny, your email started so nicely and then you subtly stuck your sharpened Longhorn knife right into my Boomer Sooner heart. I will admit that Vince Young is a great athlete, even though he has never beaten OU, and his performance in the Rose Bowl was awesome. With the Sooners beating the shorthorns FIVE YEARS IN A ROW, I would suggest that Texas is due. The 100th meeting between OU and Texas will still be played in the Cotton Bowl on October 8. For my money, this is the greatest and most intense rivalry in all of college football. Out of respect for you, Kenny, I will not discuss in detail with our readers who may not know that the Longhorn is a steer and, from my experience as a former Future Farmer of America, steers have no testicles (not that there is anything wrong with that). From: Barry Dear Mr. Ross, I haven't seen or heard Triple H being mentioned on Monday night in the recent weeks. I was wondering what he has been up to lately and when you expect him to make another appearance on Raw. Thanks. I saw Triple H recently and he looks and feels better than ever and seems to be recuperating well after his Hell in a Cell Match with Batista. My take on The Game’s return is that he will be back on RAW soon. He physically needed a break in the action. Love him or hate him, the Cerebral Assassin is on top of his game and will make RAW better upon his return. Triple H is a throw back to another era which we are desperately short on in today’s marketplace. Any guy who grew up a wrestling fan, idolizing Ric Flair and Harley Race, even though he beat the living hell out of me in Madison Square Garden, can’t be all bad. From: David H. Over the last couple of years, WWE seems to be pulling away from tag team wrestling, which I am a big fan of. I miss the teams of the late 1990s when New Age Outlaws, the APA, Edge and Christian, The Dudleys and the Hardy Boyz had some of the most memorable matches. And who will ever forget the great teams of the Hart Foundation, Demolition, and the Bushwackers? Even with Animal and Heidenreich, the tag team division has been weak for the past year or so. What is the future of tag team wrestling in WWE? I too am a fan of tag team wrestling, but an old wrestling adage says that single stars sell more tickets in main event slots than do tag teams. The lack of top-line tag teams in WWE is a reflection of the overall lack of quality depth in the business in general. I would not be surprised if we see a few new teams arrive on the scene much sooner than later on both RAW and SmackDown! and be put in a position to make an impact. Whether these teams can carry the ball to the Promised Land remains to be seen. I sure hope so as opportunity waits. There is no tag team bias in WWE, just a lack of enough good teams to make this “division” as interesting as it could be. From: Marshall Pesta JR, I would just like to comment on what you said to the Navy service members in your last report. You say what you do isn't as important as what we do as service members, and I want you to take some proper credit. I am an Army broadcaster at Fort Bragg, NC, and I have done a few media events with WWE Superstars in the past year. The service members truly appreciate the support we get from you and the rest of the superstars. From free tickets to events and gift merchandise to free access to PPV events, the time you make to take care of service members is second to none. As you are a big part of that, we want to return our respect and appreciation back to you. Your kind words are much appreciated. Our service men and women are the best in the world at what they do and every American should count their blessings daily for the job you folks do in protecting us and our families. God bless you all. On a side note, I think I set the record for perspiring the most of any portly Okie in history one night in Ft. Bragg during a TBS Clash of the Champions which occurred right in the middle of the summer in the non air conditioned gym there. Bob Caudle, a wonderful man, and I handled the broadcast that night and both of us sweat through our suits before the night was over. I remember being criticized by the wrestling media for saying I could sure use a Coors Light that night even though they were one of our sponsors. My how times have changed or has it? Take care, Marshall. And my best to all your comrades in Ft. Bragg! From: Jonathan Hello JR, I live in Philadelphia and I am a huge ECW fan. First, what were your thoughts on the ECW pay-per-view? And do you think we will see another one soon? EC F’N W RULES! I really enjoyed the ECW pay-per-view! I watched it at home just like any other fan. The passion the ECW alums have for this brand is inspiring. I also enjoyed Joey Styles’ commentary during the show. I would have to assume that WWE will present another ECW pay-per-view at some point in the future, but I am not aware of a firm date. If I had to guess, I would say it will be in 2006. Terrell Owens vs. Donovan McNabb might not be a bad booking for this show if it were in Philly. Think of me the next time you order one of those delicious Philly Cheese Steak sandwiches! From Jess C. Hi Jim, Do you think the move to Fridays will benefit WWE? With ratings usually low for Friday nights, do you think WWE will be happy with the results? I sure hope so, but time will tell. I will say this, the line up for the first Friday Night SmackDown! is huge. In our personal household, catching SmackDown! on Fridays will be easier than watching it every Thursday. I never miss SmackDown! on TV and I get the feeling that Fridays will become destination viewing. From: Jake Rozen Hello JR, I used to following wrestling back in the early 90s and now my son makes me watch RAW with him. Since you have been around wrestling for a long time, what are your thoughts on the business today compared with business in the early 90s? I see nothing wrong with a dad and his son watching RAW together. I wish my Dad was still alive to watch us on Monday nights. In my opinion, the biggest change in the business today as compared to the early 90s is the shallow talent pool available today as compared to 15 years ago. There is also more wrestler talk incorporated into the TV shows, which is a significant change from the previous era. Wrestlers who can express themselves verbally can become a hot commodity in today’s TV marketplace. Wrestlers who attempt to be something they are not on our TV shows can be embarrassing. But the bottom line is and always will be, who can get it done bell to bell? That’s what every wrestling company I know of is constantly searching for. I am glad you are still entertained after all these years. I know that feeling.