geniusMoment 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 WWE today officially suspended 10 of its performers based on information received from investigators in the Albany, NY district attorneys office. None of the names have been released but it will likely be obvious over the next week who at least some of them are. The suspensions would likely be based on proof that performers were using Signature Pharmacy or another Internet prescription type firm after the implemenation of the Wellness policy. The company also has informed all performers that beginning 11/1, the company will publicly release the names of anyone who is suspended under drug policy violations. from dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haws bah gawd 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Damn, figured this was coming. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
geniusMoment 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 I'm guessing Rey is one, wasn't he linked to some internet pharmacies? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
milliondollarchamp 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 probably jobbers and guys from ovw. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hunter's Torn Quad 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Maybe this is why Batista didn't win the title. It might also explain certain things on Smackdown this week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LJSexay 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 mm.. when I first read this topic title I got real excited. I hate to say it but, I am really glad that the WWE is being pressed to change some stuff around. I could actually go without seeing some people for a while if they came back actually healthy, and it looks like this has already started (considering how HHH looks). This can only be good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
razazteca 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Can't wait until this hits the usual media channels. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
USC Wuz Robbed! 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 I wonder how long this suspension is for... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boxer 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 So either Raw or Smackdown will be depleted even more. Would anyone be surprised if the main events for Unforgiven were: John Cena vs. Davari and Great Khali vs. Jimmy Wang? On a serious note here, damn, I guess this could mean more extended runs with the titles for Khali and Cena if indeed their challengers are on that list. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nate 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 and what we are missing too is starting November 1st any failed tests will become public knowledge, honestly i didnt expect this, it may force WWE to push guys like Punk on par with guys like Cena and Batista Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
USC Wuz Robbed! 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Maybe this means a slimmer Bobby Lashley actually showing off his amateur wrestling skills when he returns. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Chaos 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 - The main event being advertised for the RAW taping this coming Sunday night in Cincinnati, Ohio is Triple H and John Cena vs. Randy Orton and King Booker Does this mean these guys aren't on the list? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hunter's Torn Quad 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 - The main event being advertised for the RAW taping this coming Sunday night in Cincinnati, Ohio is Triple H and John Cena vs. Randy Orton and King Booker Does this mean these guys aren't on the list? If either of those four is on the list, the match will get changed. If the suspension starts today, they won't be able to run an angle to change it on the night. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Chaos 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Yeah, but I don't get why they would even make that match the main event if they knew one of them wasn't going to be around. I'm just assuming they've know for a couple of weeks or so who was going. Like I said, if they went into the smackdown taping knowing who was off (Batista?) then they must have had an idea who was going to be there and who wasn't when they booked raw. I don't think Jeff is on there either. Why bring him back for raw if you know he's not going to be there again for a month? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hunter's Torn Quad 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Yeah, but I don't get why they would even make that match the main event if they knew one of them wasn't going to be around. I'm just assuming they've know for a couple of weeks or so who was going. Like I said, if they went into the smackdown taping knowing who was off (Batista?) then they must have had an idea who was going to be there and who wasn't when they decided to make that main event. When did they start advertising the match? But yes, it would seem likely none of those names, all of whom just happen to be major names on Raw, are among those who have been suspended. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bix 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 This looks like it's tied to the Dr. Claire Godfrey case, where "patients" would pay $10,000 and then $50 per prescription without ever seeing the doctor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haVoc 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Rey's name has come up on 2 or 3 different list this past year. If he's not suspended then that's bullshit. Also, didn't Edge and Helms get named in the Albany investigation? Suspending them for 30 days will really affect them while they're on the "DL." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Chaos 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 I figured because rey was on the other lists he wouldn't be on this one. He can't get steroids from EVERYWHERE surely? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cabbageboy 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Eh, well if it is a suspension without pay then that would suck to be injured like Edge and then not get money as well. Personally I think they should just announce it now and not wait until Nov. Make this stuff public and get rid of the speculation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheech Tremendous 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 It's on the front page of espn.com under the news headlines. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haVoc 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Wrestlers have down side guaranties in their contracts, right? I assume they get paid no matter what weekly/monthly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lil' Bitch 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Be awesome if HHH AND John Cena got suspended! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Dames 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Top WWE names emerge in doping scandal -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- BY T.J. QUINN DAILY NEWS SPORTS WRITER Thursday, August 30th 2007, 4:06 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The WWE was rocked again today, after several of wrestling's top names emerged in the Albany district attorney's probe into a widespread Internet doping scandal. The wrestling congomerate based in Stamford announced that it will suspend 10 of its biggest stars for violation of its wellness policy. Top wrestlers Randy Orton, Charles Haas, Jr., Adam "Edge" Copeland, Robert "Booker T" Huffman, Shane Helms, Mike Bucci, Anthony Carelli, John "Johnny Nitro" Hennigan, Darren "William Regal" Matthews, Ken "Mr. Kennedy" Anderson and Chavo Guerrero were all identified as clients of Signature Pharmacy in Orlando, the site raided by Albany County and Florida law enforcement agencies in February for distributing steroids and other prescription drugs to clients who had not been examined by doctors. The investigation is part of a probe into illegal Internet drug distribution by Albany D.A. David Soares. The WWE said in a statement that it issued suspension notices based on independent information received from the Albany D.A. The WWE's announcement comes as members of Congress prepare to investigate steroid use in professional wrestling, as the Daily News reported today. Two of its recently deceased stars - Chris Benoit and Eddie Guerrero - also received steroids and other drugs from Signature, as prescribed by Florida physician Gary Brandwein, who has pleaded not guilty to criminal sale of a controlled substance and criminal diversion of prescription drugs. Benoit murdered his wife and son before killing himself in June and Guerrero died in a Minneapolis hotel in 2005 from heart disease. Guerrero received the steroids testosterone and nandrolone, along with the estrogen-blocker anastozole, a drug commonly taken by men on steroids to prevent developing breast tissue, Nov. 2, 2005, just 11 days before he died of heart disease. Guerrero's nephew, Chavo Guerrero, found Guerrero unconscious in the hotel room. Benoit received steroids from Signature, based on a Brandwein prescription, in February, 2006. The WWE stars are among the first athletes to face discipline for their part in the nationwide Signature Pharmacy scandal, the Internet steroid ring that has already led to guilty pleas from nine doctors, anti-aging clinic owners and operators. Law enforcement sources have said they expect the names of numerous NFL and Major League Baseball athletes to emerge as well. Dames Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bix 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 That's 11, who wasn't suspended? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Niggardly King 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 KENNEDY~! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hunter's Torn Quad 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 That's 11, who wasn't suspended? Possibly Bucci, because he isn't an active wrestler anymore. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scroby 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Folks...WWE is now in red light panic mode. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BorneAgain 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 So long Raw heels. This Monday night is going to interesting. Get ready for your ECW fued of CM Punk vs. Big Daddy V. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banter 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 That's 11, who wasn't suspended? Possibly Bucci, because he isn't an active wrestler anymore. That's what I was thinking. BTW, for those that don't know Anthony Carelli is Santino Marella. I had to look it up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Niggardly King 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2007 I get the feeling of Nova ordering for someone else... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites