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I assume he was referencing EC. 5 people who want to destroy him...it's not that hard to figure out Cena-speak.

Edge cashed it in impromptu, Cena was already leagally bound to fight that night via the EC match. RVD, also isn't a WWE contracted worker. Thus the contract is required... Im just trying to figure it out too.

Speaking of Kenny Rogers, what about the Tigers?

You know I was wondering, we have fan reps for teams(Mets/Yanks, Sox, Atlanta, Cubs/Sox, LAD, Cincy, Houston, Toronto, Oakland, Florida, Baltimore) What about the teams like St. Louis, Texas, Milwaukee, SF, Arizona and all the other unrepresented teams?

It made enough money to turn a profit, that's basically all you need to produce a sequel. Especially in horror.

If the cheese is an issue for you, order without cheese. As for this, I can't possibly fathom eating this stuff.

Except it wasn't a season finale. They clearly explained that it was only just the first half. The next few months are just merely an delayed intermission. Essentially the last act of the first half was merely setting up to the explosive second half. The calm before the storm if you will to see the family together possibly for the final time because you know everything is about to erupt. They wrapped the big first half storyline up last week, last night was setting the pieces in place for part ii.

It's not like actors haven't done cross promotional stuff with WWE before. It's just another promotional gig for them. Fans like Black probably see it as a perk.

I do believe Punk will appear at ONS but I still think it'll be Sandman/Angle because Sandman resents the supposed "new vision" that Kurt represents.

It seems every season in MLB, there is always one of these type of non-stories that gets overblown because there's not much else to dicuss in the summer. It's just the media jumped the gun.

So who else is watching the spelling bee. Fuck every thing else on TV right now, nothing beats the Spelling bee. The best looking one just went out, which is a shame because Spelling Bee's could use a Anna K type for the "sport".

Dayton was a HARDCORE market for ECW. Some of the hottest crowds and shows came from Dayton. Dayton is smark haven as it's one of ROH's top markets as well. Trust me, WWE actually did something right by booking the show in Dayton. After NYC, Philly and Chicago...Dayton was the best location for the show. How is Dayton out of the way for ECW? They ran shows in Florida, Milwaukee, Michigan, New Orleans, Chicago and Los Angeles (sure only once but had it stuck around, they would've done more LA shows). It wasn't a NYC/Philly exclusive promotion.

Yeah but the players were still directly interacting with the fans. Guess what? They even worked with the fans during the off season. The players today are too distant from the fans, that any interaction is an uncomfortable situation for them and an awkward event for the media to acknowledge. Thus, the big hoopla about some no-name slapping fives with the fans while the game wasn't even in play.

Drunk, possible. Asian? Most likely.

I just realized the awesomeness of that last scene with AJ and Tony (Paraphrased) Chris: Nice Necklace Tony: Should've told me, I got a guy. AJ: I got a job. I just loved how it was basically AJ saying "I don't need your favors anymore. I earned the necklace".

Pretending that Rhino could bolt from TNA, I'd have him return at ONS and gore Cena during the match and get in RVD's face and proclaim "If anyone is going to be the ECW champion...IT'S ME!! I never lost the god-damn title!" and in typical Heyman fashion...it becomes a 3 Way Dance. Cena/RVD/Rhino. Rhino quickly establishes he doesn't give a shit about ECW but he isn't letting his title just fall into RVD's hands without a fight. I expect Cena to retain the title thanks to Rhino and they can build off that Rhino as the piece of shit heel that caused RVD from reaching his goal. Rhino comes out with the ECW Title on Raw the next night (a new belt but they won't say it is) and he lays it down in the ring and says "If anyone wants the REAL title...you can get a shot at HEAD TO HEAD!" Angle challenges and voila, Angle is the new ECW Champion. Let's face it, WWE will want a "big name" to carry the ECW banner and Angle will be this guy.

Too bad by the time SD's next PPV is, the buzz from the movie will probably have died down. They could have easily done a six man with Libre/Crazy/Psicosis against Noble/Kash/Helms.

Rhino has expressed interest in coming back as he isn't locked in by TNA... BTW, TNA needs to work on their contracts because apparently everyone is either per appearence or so short term they can bolt rather quickly. Luckily for TNA only Rhino and Homicide are even close to sniffing ECW. I'm sure Heyman will be all over the hard sell as it's Heyman's forte to deliver on it.

CiCi’s - I think I expressed my hatred for this place once, in KKK’s blog. In case you are lucky enough to not have one of these fucking rattraps in your neighborhood, CiCi’s is a low-rent cheap pizza buffet resturant designed for the legions of soccer mom’s and their brat kids. Granted, I’ll give credit to the creators of this place because it was a bang-up idea to force fed a endless supply of crappy pizza in various forms ranging from the standard selections to things like Chili and chedder, Tuna fish (yea, you read that) and a chocolate chip pizza. Just think of a nasty pizza combonation and they have it. I always avoid this place, I don’t care if it is only $3.99 for unlimited buffet. The pizza, (the normal kind I would eat) are cardboard with putrid sauce and the cheese tastes dated…combine that horror with a throng of brats running around hopped on sugar playing wack-a-mole and leaving piles of crusts on the plates. I feel sorry for the poor Mexicans forced to clean the dishes and such. Anyways, I’ve only been there 4 times before. The first time out of curiosity and the others I was dragged to. Such as this afternoon. I had only worked ½ a day, since I was ahead of schedule, I planned on just meeting with my gf and going out to lunch with her and such, but she informed me that her little cousin turned 7 today and her family was meeting @ CiCi’s for her party. This would be the first family function with her as her official boyfriend, while I’ve known them for years…it becomes a whole different game now…so It was in the environment of the place I hate above all else and a bunch of fucking kids. I grinned through it, putting on my best face. I had two slices of crummy pepperoni and left it at that. I actually didn’t mind conversing with her family but I swear my stomach was plotting doom against me for putting that lethal poison inside me. I survived the event, gave her a ride to her work (she’s a hostess at a Italian resturant that I can’t even pronounce and of course, works til midnight) and I vowed to my stomach that I would NEVER EVER inject that shit into me again. I warn you, if you haven’t been there before…and you start getting curious…just pass. Fucking pass. Trust me. - "Work". Heh. Actually I’m really getting into the whole “Boss” thing. I haven’t fucked up yet, which surprises me because aren’t things supposed to go wrong at first. The only problem is that my best workers, had some nerve damage to his gums and had to have surgery to take out his teeth. So basically, he has no teeth right now and can’t be fitted for replacements for another 2-3 months. It’s not that hard to work with him despite his difficulty with speaking but he’s having trouble. He’s physically weakened from all the painkillers and treatment they have shoved into him and that is where my concern lies. He’ll have to keep taking this medication until they replace them…He’s getting behind but not enough that I can’t cover for him but I know I can’t have him missing time for the next 2-3 months on a consistant basis. Aside from his current condidtion, he’s the best guy I got since he knows the stuff inside and out. I’ll give him a couple weeks to adjust to the physical change. He should have my job, really. I don’t do that much physical stuff anymore. I’d rather be in the field working it, but the paycheck differential changes my tune rather swiftly. - Sports. Hockey. I don’t get OLN, so I’ve been missing out on the playoffs, which is a shame because I actually enjoy playoff hockey more then I do playoff basketball but since I can see every team in the NBA on a regular basis and follow the season…it’s easier to get into it… That make sense? Anyways, my point is I wish I could see the games. I just don’t get why NHL agreed to a network with such low visibility. Didn’t Spike offer a deal? Basketball. I’m not really a fan of any of the 3 remaining teams but I am thoroughly enjoying this post-season as it’s certaintly been the best post-season I can recall in my life-time. It seems like it’ll conclude with Miami Vs Dallas. This was probably (after Miami/Lakers), the network’s dream match-up. You got star power with Shaq/Wade/Riley Vs Dirk/Cuban and it escapes the NJ/SA/Detroit trap of ratings death. Both teams are tremendously popular, although Miami more times then not bores me (aside from Wade). Dallas is just fun to watch, and so is PHX. I’d love to see the Suns bump off Shaq and go into Curt Henning circa 1990 all over the court. I’m talking 360 flips and somersaults. Tennis. Okay, Maybe I’m a rarity but I like the “FRENCH OPEN” as America has so nicely dumbed the name down for our understanding. I dig the whole clay court stuff. It’s just different from the normal thing. I wouldn’t want to see it all-year long but it’s good to see different styles and methods every once in awhile. Wrestling. Are we supposed to be excited about ECW revival? I’m not, It already has mistake written all over it. There’s still way to much McMahonisms going into this deal that completely forces me to be reluctant. Smackdown is a wasteland right now, yet despite the chaos…it’s still more entertaining then Raw. I guess we’ll be having the SS debate for the next 6 months and no one will ever change their stance. It’s sort of like a smaller scale Bret/Shawn deal. I recently ordered the remaining editions of the ROH MILESTONE SERIES (Better then Our Best and 100th Show), I finished 4YA and Arena Warfare and Best in the World. Dragon Date Challenge and Supercard of Honor is on the horizon. Best in the World, was just flat out superb. The tag main event of Joe/Danielson Vs KENTA and Marufuji, Strong/Evans Vs Briscoes were tag team wrestling with two very different styles. I loved the SHIMMER match, as it’s refreshing to see good american women’s wrestling. Martinez, Haze, Danger and Lacey were very enjoyable along with being attractive, so it’s the best of both worlds so to speak. Although, Lacey was the weak link of the group. The main event really sets things up for the Danielson/KENTA title match that is all but likely to occur in August and of course, Joe/Danielson II. The first match in ROH for the title was greatly underlooked thanks to being overshadowed by JvPII 2 weeks later. Just a quick side note My Top Ten Samoa Joe Matches 1. Joe Vs CM Punk- Joe Vs Punk II 2. Joe Vs Kenta Kobashi- Joe/Kobashi 3. Joe Vs AJ Styles Vs Christopher Daniels-Unbreakable 4. Joe Vs CM Punk-All Star Extravaganza II 5. Joe Vs Bryan Danielson- Midnight Express Reunion 6. Joe Vs Austin Aries-Final Battle 04 7. Joe and Lethal Vs Homicide and Low Ki-Nowhere to Run 8. Joe Vs Necro Butcher-Something to Prove 9. Joe Vs Chris Sabin-No Surrender 10. Joe Vs AJ Styles- Sacrifice The show always included a solid Yang/Rave and Daniels/Shelley match-up, but over-all this show is just setting up the next four shows which went to an whole new level. If you are looking to start with ROH, you need to start with the Milestone series. Right now, ROH is having a Buy 3 Get 1 Free sale, which means you can get all 7 shows for merely $120 bucks and toss in an extra DVD and there’s a lot of quality to get and not just ROH shows but Straight Shootings with a host of big names and the Secrets of the Ring series with Raven, which he goes into through details about the psychological aspects of working, the politics, how to format a match and structure it to the crowd. It’s a different style from the standard shoot programs and Raven goes into EXPLICT details on how he designed the Dreamer, Sandman and Punk storylines from the ideas to the actual execution. I strongly rec’d the Raven SOTR series, because it’s quite informative, intelligent and often times, flat out funny.

The chick was well aware of who his father is

There's nothing to Homicide in ECW yet. As usual, Gabe is working the crowd using the rumors.

I've really enjoyed this episode so far, I'm just waiting to see what's the big cliffhanger will be. Ah, the usual "family gathering" finale.

I heart Freel.

People always assume that losing someone hurts ROH. It hasn't yet. They improved when London and Spanky left, they improved when Daniels and Styles left, they improved when Punk and Gibson left. Gabe is a Heyman disciple, he knows how to make someone a star for the promotion.

It's said that Stevie Richards was spotted inside the building, likely there to watch. The show started a little late to allow more fans to get in the door. Crowd estimate at around 500. PRE-SHOW: 1) Bobby Dempsey d. Alex Payne in about 2 min with a Death Valley Driver. 2) Handsome Johnny d. Kelly Primo when Kelly came off the top rope, but Johnny countered with a spin kick and got the pin. 3) Lacey d. Allison Danger for ROHvideos.com with an Implant DDT in about 6 min. After the match, fans were offering Lacey money, which she took and promptly shredded. MAIN SHOW: 1) Davey Richards d. Jimmy Rave in 18 min with a side-Jay Driller. Crowd was absolutely hot for this. Davey was extremely over, inciting "Let's Go New Guy" chants. 2) Top of the Class Trophy Match: Shane Hagadorn d. Derrick Dempsey via tapout with what looked like a headlock/crossface combination. Crowd excreted on the match, and started a "Students Suck!" chant afterwards. Rest of students came out afterwards to shake hands with one another, except Shane brushed them off to celebrate with his trophy. 3) Sara Del Ray d. Daizee Haze in 12 min when Sara had a Butterfly Submission on which she turned into a butterfly suplex and got the win. Danielson is on his way out to the ring with Sara remaining inside. He put over Sara as the best womens wrestler out there, then said he hated coming to CT and hopes ROH never returns. 4) Four Corner Survival For A World Title Shot: Colt Cabana d. Jason Blade, Adam Pearce, & Delirious when Colt had Blade in an octopus stretch for a tapout. Completely out of nowhere as Delirious was climbing the ropes at the time. 5) Christopher Daniels d. BJ Whitmer in 16 minutes after Angels' Wings followed by Best Moonsault Ever. Good match, Daniels cut a promo afterwards(which I heard perfectly over the phone thanks to the tremendously awesome sound system-kudos again Cary!), inwhich he offered a rematch to BJ any time he wanted, then put BJ over for going all out in the fight against CZW. Said if BJ ever needed a partner, to just give him a call. Allison got on the mic, apologized to BJ for her actions against him in the past, hands were shaken, Prophecy sign was done. No actual announcement of a Prophecy reborn though. Quite a few WWE fans there, as they had BJ confused for Snitsky. Allison Danger is NOT wearing the nun outfit, but instead a complete schoolgirl outfit with plaid skirt and lollipop. 6) Shingo Takagi d. Ricky Reyes in 6 min with a Torture Rack turned into a Sitout F5. Shingo got out of the Dragon Sleeper by going into the corner. Basically a squash for Shingo. 7) ROH World Title Match: Bryan Danielson d. Homicide in 26 min when Danielson reverses the Cop Killer and hits 'Cide with USB elbows to the head. Sinclair stopped the match right there. Pearce came out, and everyone pushed for more time. Cornette was called on the phone for a decision, and he stood with the ref's ruling. Homicide got pissed off, said "F this company" and left through the crowd, ECW chant starts up. Before the match Samoa Joe came out to the ring in street clothes. He got on the mic, saying he was there in support of Homicide. He offered Homicide a handshake when Danielson took the mic away and went on a rant. Phone reception was cutting in and out every couple of seconds so it was hard to hear what was being said. Joe said he was the guest ring announcer for the match, and introduced 'Cide and then "Your temporary Ring of Honor world champion..." Brian Danielson. 8) ROH Tag Team Title Match: Austin Aries & Roderick Strong d. Jay & Mark Briscoe in 18 minutes. A brawl for the first few minutes of the match before settling down, and was a good match as it was building up when Strong had Mark up for a powerbomb then Aries hit a missile dropkick to Mark as Roderick dropped for the powerbomb and got the pinfall to retain. After the match, Austin got on the mic to say that when Generation Next formed it was about taking all the top spots in ROH. Now with Jack and Sydal in Japan, and Roderick with himself having the tag titles, there is no need for Generation Next anymore