WWE stars comments on Steiner

[Guest Rob Edwards]

BELFAST, Northern Ireland – Oct. 25, 2002 – Word spread quickly around the locker room today that Scott Steiner had signed with World Wrestling Entertainment. WWE.com asked many of the Superstars for their reactions to the news.

 

Chuck Palumbo

Outside the business, he’s one of my real good friends. I met him when I first started in WCW. He’s helped me all along in my career. I keep in touch with him on a regular basis since we departed from WCW. I’m also friends with his brother Robby Steiner. I’m also excited because I think he’s the best heel in the business by far. He’s a true heel, and I think he’s the kind of guy we can use right now, especially where our business is. I think he’s the kind of guy who can help bring it back. People believe in him. I can’t stress enough that he’s a true heel. People believe it.

 

Shannon Moore

The whole time I was in WCW, as far as Scott Steiner goes, it was a good experience every time. He was a friend. From the first days I went in there, he was really cool to me. He’s a good dude in my book. I have no problems with him. And as far as the show goes, I think he can definitely benefit the show just with his all-around look. I mean, he’s a genetic freak. So I think it’ll be a big benefit.

 

Rikishi

He’s a hell of a talent. It’s always good when a veteran who has been around the business a while is be able to come in. We’ve known each other for a long time. From a friendship view, I’m just happy to see him come back. We can hang out in the locker room, and somewhat see each other every day. Business-wise, I think Scott Steiner will be a plus here. Anytime you have a new talent that comes in that’s a veteran like that, it does nothing but help us out in whatever field that we need him in. In my personal opinion, I think he’d be a great heel. I could see Brock Lesnar against Scotty Steiner in the future. Something new.

 

Chris Benoit

For a number of years, over in Japan and in WCW, I’ve always admired his wrestling ability, his wrestling skill and his character. I think he’s going to definitely make a difference in the company. He’s a true professional. When it comes to business, he’s all about it. I’d love to be able to get back in the ring with him and have some more matches. We had some great matches over in Japan, and some great matches in WCW. In WWE, he’s very welcome. I’m happy to have him on the crew. He’s a good guy to be with, a good guy to be around. He’s good for morale.

 

Fit Finlay

Scott Steiner will be a great addition to WWE. He’s a great athlete and a great performer. I’m glad to hear it.

 

Billy Kidman

If it’s good for business, then it’s all for it. But if they’re looking for a quick fix, I don’t any one guy – any guy – is the answer. But I love Steiner as a performer, especially back in his heyday – I don’t know if you’d call it his prime, I don’t know if he’s hit that yet. As long as his body holds up, I think he’ll be good for the company.

 

Booker T

I’m glad to hear he’s on board. Hopefully, he’s in good shape. Last time I talked to him, his back was hurting pretty badly. Hopefully, his time off did him some good, and he got some good therapy. I always thought he was one of the few guys who could make it up here, besides myself. I always thought he worked hard all the time, even when he was hurt. He never whined about it. He always went out and did the work. I’ve got a lot of respect for him.

 

Bill DeMott

A lot of things were said about Scott Steiner. But I don’t go “Internet.” I go by who I deal with. Scott Steiner and I had great chemistry when we worked together. We got along. I know there’s a lot of things said about the guy. I think he’s a professional. I had some of the best matches I had in WCW with Scott Steiner. So I look forward to it. I’m looking forward to seeing Scott. Scott and I got along really good. So I’m happy for him.

 

Dean Malenko

Scotty’s going to be a good addition to WWE. Scotty’s been around for quite some time. From a physical standpoint, he’s definitely got everything that you’d want. Scotty’s been here before, with his brother. I’ve known Scotty for quite some time; he’s a great competitor in the ring, and he definitely brings some size to the table. I see a lot of great opponents for Scotty, just walking in the door. You’ve got Triple H, and of course you’ve got Brock. The list goes on and on. Scotty brings a lot of star power, and most importantly some new star power to WWE programming. I’m looking forward to working with Scotty and I know a lot of the guys will be too.

 

Brock Lesnar

Bring him on.

 

Kurt Angle

I think having Scott Steiner come to WWE sets another dimension to sports entertainment. He’s a guy who’s every bit as big as any Superstar has ever been. So it’s a treat to have him. I think he’s a great wrestler. He’s a great entertainer. People love him. I think he’s going to be a great addition. I hope he comes to SmackDown but either/or I think he’s going to make a great impact.

 

Chavo Guerrero

He’s a great addition to our roster. Scott’s a good performer – a great performer – a great athlete and a tremendous heel. I think he’ll help out the company a lot.

 

Rey Mysterio

I worked with him in Australia one time, one on one, and it was great. He’s just a hell of a worker. He’s going to help out the company too, whether he goes to RAW or SmackDown!

[Guest Rob Edwards]

Quite the bunch of verbal blowjobs Scott picked up there

 

I'm shocked and appaled noone is looking forward to being beaten up backstage though

[Guest Trivia247]

Shannon Moore

The whole time I was in WCW, as far as Scott Steiner goes, it was a good experience every time. He was a friend. From the first days I went in there, he was really cool to me. He’s a good dude in my book. I have no problems with him. And as far as the show goes, I think he can definitely benefit the show just with his all-around look. I mean, he’s a genetic freak. So I think it’ll be a big benefit.

 

Didn't Scott Steiner Squash him among other Cruiserweights in his "Quest" To beat Goldberg's streak? Or was that Sid Vicious or was that both at two different periods at the last crappy year

[Guest Rob Edwards]

yeah it was Scott, I think he squashed 3 or 4 of them in under 5 minutes, he had 2 or 3 in the recliner at once

[Guest The Son of Sting]

He is coming in as a baby face by the sounds of it.

[Guest TheAnvil]

He is coming in as a baby face by the sounds of it.

He'd better not be coming in as a face. I mean...it's hard to tell in the WWE these days though. They cheer 'tweeners. I mean...Trish is the face because she's a tramp, and Molly is supposed to be heel because she was a virgin. Go figure.

[Guest Trivia247]

Steiner vs Brock...

 

Roids vs STACKER 2 LOL

[Guest Ravenbomb]

As long as they're booked right I wouldn't mind seeing Steiner vs. Benoit or Steiner vs. Angle