Here it is. Why wasn’t “The Hitman” on old school RAW last night, when I’m sure everyone has been expecting him? Bret is still working for WWE, however, he’s over in Europe for a Smackdown tour. He’s performing house shows over seas. House shows, means, wrestling events that aren’t televised.
Read about it, here.
There you have it.
Kev
I have been a longtime die hard fan of wrestling legend, Mick Foley, for years. It was him that kept me hooked to wrestling. I’ve followed Mick Foley’s career for years. Back in his ECW/WCW days, his Japan Pro Wrestling days to WWE to TNA. I’ve also read most of his books. Yes, I even got the opportunity to even meet the man in person. I met Mick Foley at one of his speeches at ACC College in Glens Falls when he was out promoting his book, “Foley Is Good”. I have a pic to prove it, I’ll find it somewhere. I had Foley sign my “Have a Nice Day” Hardcover book and a Cactus Jack T-shirt which I still have both of those. I’ll show you all those things sometime.
Why do I admire Mick Foley so much? It’s simply because, he’s one of the best performers in professional wrestling. He’s one of the only wrestlers who can put on matches and make them historic. He’s a great mic speaker. Even though he doesn’t have a lot of technical wrestling skills, he’s known as a hardcore wrestler, a street fight anything goes type of guy. Plus, another reason I respect him, is because there is no ego in him at all. He’s always very nice, friendly and professional in the wrestling business. He’s one of those rare guys who has never taking drugs. He has never done steroids, dangerous painkillers or any other substance that wrestlers are known to doing these days. Even though he is an obesed guy (he admits it in the book), he has always been very healthy and clean. I also respect him ’cause he is willing to get hurt for real, taking the risks to put on good hardcore matches. Even if it takes losing an ear or a few teeth, he doesn’t care, he’ll do whatever it takes to put on a classic wrestling match. These are reasons why so many people respect the man.
On with the book, “Countdown to Lockdown”, it takes place before the iconic TNA match at “Lockdown” ppv between Foley vs. Sting. Foley talks of the events leading up to the match, giving it a countdown to the ppv. It is not just a book about wrestling. He talks about a lot of serious things. He talks about meeting famous singer, Tori Amos, and how she’s an inspiration to writing this book. He also talks about helping children and talking about being a member of RAINN, a company that helps fight against sexual violence.
What topics about wrestling did he cover? He talked about his departure with WWE, his feud against McMahon. Talked about his off TV feud with Ric Flair. Of course, he mostly talked about the legendary WCW wrestler, Sting. He also talked a lot about wrestler deaths and steroids. He even covered all of the Chris Benoit murder/suicide controversy.
While Ive read most of Foley’s books, I thought this was his best one. It was insightful and intelligent. Foley is a great storyteller. Foley is on a bit of a hiatus from TNA, but not sure if he is on his way back to WWE or not. It’s long rumoured that he could be the next RAW Anonymous GM, but always denied that rumour and says he’s happy with TNA, not WWE…but who knows, maybe he’s lying to tease the fans. The RAW Anonymous GM could be Foley, since he hasn’t been working for TNA lately. This book is a must read for all you wrestling and Foley fanatics out there. Check out the videos below in which Foley talked about those moments in the book.
Kev
WWE is so bad right now. Why? It is not because of John Cena. It’s not because of Nexus or Wade Barrett. It’s not because of the PG rating. What is killing RAW? Yes, that’s right, I will put the blame on WWE rookie, David Otunga. Who also happens to be the husband of pop and R&B singer, Jennifer Hudson. David Otunga is a no talent hack. His wrestling sucks. Terrible mic skills. His bodybuilding physique also looks terrible. WWE keeps pushing the guy for whatever reason. I believe WWE keeps pushing him because he is simply married to, Jennifer Hudson. I have a feeling that WWE will one day invite Jennifer Hudson herself to WWE shows so she can perform in storylines with him, which will make it even worse.
Listen, Mr. David Otunga, you DO NOT BELONG in the wrestling business. This guy will not last long in the WWE. He will never become WWE Champ and he won’t be a big main eventer. I think David will get released from the WWE pretty soon, just give it time. David will be working for TNA soon enough.
This guy is a terrible performer. I hope WWE releases him soon.
Kev
During the Linda McMahon and Blumenthal election in Conn., the WWE has gotten many complaints from die hard fans that they are not liking the PG rating and fans wants WWE to go back to the TV-14 era. Fans want WWE to go back to bloody violence, sexy divas and swearing/bad language in WWE like in the Attitude Era days. The WWE doesn’t plan to go back to that anytime soon.
Why? Not only that John Cena helps sells a lot of merchandise and he is popular with kids, since WWE teamed up with Mattel last year, they had no choice but to go to PG rating. Mattel toys are selling so well. So it’s a business decision, it really has nothing to do with John Cena, it’s all about Mattel.
More on it, here.
Oh well, if people don’t like the PG rating with WWE, they can always watch TNA. TNA wrestling has all the bloody violence and sexy women that WWE once had. I’ll admit it, that I do miss the TV-14 rating in WWE myself.
Kev
Well, the internet’s all over this controversial video. The Undertaker and Lesnar stare down. To those wondering about this, Lesnar and Undertaker worked together while they were in WWE. They had a storyline feud and they were in the “Hell in a Cell” match together. Brock and ‘Taker never got along too well backstage in real life, behind the scenes of wrestling. You heard ‘Taker himself say in this video, “It’s personal”. So that’s a sign they hate each other as you can see.
What does Undertaker mean when he says, “You wanna do it?” and Lesnar says nothing. Did ‘Taker just challenge Lesnar a match for WWE wrestling? That’s what it seems like, doesn’t it? A rumour going around that Lesnar and ‘Taker could be the big headliners for the next Wrestlemania.
If you read Brock’s career history with WWE, Brock left WWE ’cause him and Vince weren’t on the same page. Brock sued WWE over some contract disagreement or something. I don’t think Brock will go back to the WWE for this reason, but who knows, maybe Vince McMahon and Brock will negotiate for him to return. You know how Vince loves more publicity with WWE and Brock is very controversial and popular. Vince “could” possibly welcome Brock back, but I don’t think it’ll happen.
I see this Undertaker and Brock public feud will escalate and get worse in the future. Maybe Undertaker could fight in UFC for one fight against Brock, if it’s all up to Dana, that might happen as well. These two guys will definitely be in the ring again somehow, whether’s it’s either WWE or UFC, either way. We’ll wait and see what happens.
Kev
People shouldn’t treat the WWE in a negative direction. I have stood up for WWE countless times in these blogs. Trying my best to defend the company from the ongoing negative critics that points directly at the company. I have been an obsessive fan of wrestling ever since I was a child. I just LOVE professional wrestling. I don’t know why. I just became very addicted to it. I just love how these guys perform. Even if the wrestling is fake and scripted, I still find it entertaining. The promos and the speeches the wrestlers do are amazing. Wrestling is almost like theatre in a way. That’s pretty much what it is. I respect what these guys do and respect how hard they work to perform for fans.
I may not like certain storylines and certain wrestlers, but I will always respect what they do. I have been a fan of WWE my entire life and still am to this day. For those that attack this PG rating, WWE started off as PG in the 80’s when Hulk Hogan, Andre, Ultimate Warrior, Roddy Piper, Macho Man, etc. were around back in those days. That’s all PG. Think about it. WWE wants to re-live that 80’s moment and doing a pretty good job of it. They created many superstars and wrestlers that I enjoyed, and loved. WWE is the reason that I became a huge fan of the hardcore wrestling genius, Mick Foley.
It’s no secret that WWE has always been a huge target in media and by people all over the world. If people are hating on the company, it just proves that the WWE is good at what they do. The company is not really about the money. Not at all. Yes, they are a billion dollar company, but WWE and their superstars really care for people. That’s what they put on these shows for is to entertain us and put smiles on our faces. The WWE are great entertainers. Probably the best in the world. Sure, you may go see, the “Ringling and Barnum & Bailey Circus” or the Big Monster trucks shows, but nobody cares about that stuff anymore. Professional wrestling has pretty much taken over the world of live entertainment for sure.
People accuse wrestlers of using steroids and drugs. People blame the WWE on all of these young wrestler deaths that’s been happening for a long while now. None of this is the WWE’s fault. Wrestlers may have used steroids in the past, but not anymore because WWE has a very strict Wellness policy that performers must follow. The wrestler deaths are not the fault of WWE. Most of the wrestlers that died no longer worked for the WWE. So they did drugs on their own terms when not working for wrestling at all. I can understand why people would blame the WWE on this stuff with drugs since the Chris Benoit controversy, but don’t blame this on the WWE. All they want to do is perform for us, the fans.
The WWE also gets attacked for their women that perform in the WWE, aka the Divas. People accused WWE of using women like sex slaves. How most of them are perfect looking women with breast implants and all that. Treating the women like sex slaves in storylines of WWE has happened in the past. They don’t do that stuff anymore, it all happened back in the TV-14 era. The women that perform on WWE now are no longer sexual. They don’t show cleavages anymore and they cover up a lot of skin now. Plus, beautiful women in WWE is needed so they can help sell tickets and more ppv buyrates.
Without the WWE, there would be no Hulk Hogan, Andre the Giant, Ultimate Warrior, Macho Man, Jake the Snake, Undertaker, Stone Cold, the Rock, John Cena, Mick Foley, Shawn Michaels, Bret the Hitman Hart, etc. All these legendary superstars that mean a lot to so many people were all because of the WWE. People attack WWE out of jealousy, I’m sure. I can’t blame the company for defending themselves. The WWE is a very powerful company. Nothing can take them down although people try. I’ve been watching WWE for over 20 years ever since I was a child, and will watch ’til the day I die. I’ll never outgrow the WWE. I even dreamed of becoming a professional wrestler myself, but that dream is over ’cause I’m too late and too old for that. Most wrestlers start when they are very young.
The WWE is great at what they do, no matter if you like them or not. All these attacks and threats by the politicians at the WWE, is just proof that Linda McMahon will win and she will get elected Senate of Connecticut. Mark my words. Jesse Ventura went through this same trouble during his election for governor of Minnesota, because of his WWE background, but he got the win anyway. I respect the WWE. I respect the McMahon’s and the staff that work so hard at what they do. The WWE has my back, 100%. I will stand behind them, no matter what anybody says or thinks.
Kev
Now you understand why Vince McMahon started this, “I Stand Up for WWE” campaign. It’s not only to help his wife in the election for Conn. state senate, it’s also to help defend the company WWE. If voters wear WWE garbs, they will not be allowed to vote.
More on it, here.
I agree, the WWE is being unfairly attacked in the Senate race in Conn. I totally stand up for WWE, all the way. I will be writing a post to stand up for the WWE soon, stay tuned.
I think Linda could possibly win the election though, she may have a chance. Maybe bad publicity with the WWE will help her win, think about it! After all, Jesse Ventura’s background with WWE helped him win as governor of Minnesota, right?
Kev
Linda McMahon is running for Connecticut state Senate against Richard Blumenthal. Blumenthal is doing whatever it takes to get Linda to lose the election by blaming the WWE on a lot of things. Such as treating the WWE Divas like sex slaves, violence, wrestlers using drugs & steroids, etc. You get the drill. It was only a matter of time that Vince will jump in on this feud to help his wife. Here he is, urging WWE fans that he wants WWE’s fans to help stick up for WWE and not be looked at in a bad way.
What is my prediction on this heated election in Conn.? I think Linda has a good chance in winning the whole thing. Her WWE controversy is what’s going to help her get more votes.
Watch what Vince McMahon have to say here…
Kev
Will Mick Foley, the hardcore wrestling legend, ever return to the WWE again? No. I don’t think he will come back to the WWE anytime soon. A few years ago, Mick left the WWE because he had a fallen out with Vince McMahon, didn’t get along with him business wise. So Mick decided to hang up the WWE and go to TNA instead. There’s a few reasons why I don’t think Mick will return to the WWE anytime soon. First of all, Mick seems more happier over in TNA. Why is this? Because TNA wrestling is simply not a PG rating. TNA is aimed toward the adult audience. TNA allows Hardcore wrestling with a lot of blood. That’s what Mick Foley is known for. He’s known for doing brutal hardcore matches that are a real bloodfest. TNA seems to be about that lately and that’s why Mick stays over there. WWE didn’t allow him to do the hardcore wrestling thing anymore ’cause they banned it in WWE ’cause of the PG rating.
Secondly, another reason Mick prefers to stay over in TNA is because the traveling schedule is not as hectic as WWE. TNA performs one show a week so that means less traveling and more time for themselves. Mick gets to write more of his books and spend more time with his family. Thirdly, another reason Mick prefers to stay in TNA is because a lot of his former WWE/WCW superstar friends are working over there.
I’m sure the WWE would welcome Mick back anytime he wants, because Vince McMahon still likes him. A few weeks ago on RAW, they plugged Mick’s book, “Countdown to Lock Down” which is a decision made by Vince. So Vince obviously has no bad blood against Mick at all. I would like Mick to come back to WWE, but to be honest, TNA is a good place for him to be. If he came back to WWE, the writers will mess up his character like usual. I sometimes watch TNA wrestling just for Mick Foley, not for the other wrestlers on there. Mick is a hero of mine and an inspiration. He’s one of the best wrestling performers and a good mic worker/speaker. I wish Mick nothing but the best so I’m not worried about him returning to WWE.
If Mick does happen to return to WWE in the future, maybe if he’s the RAW anonymous GM after all this time, that’s cool, but I don’t see it happening. Mick is doing good in TNA and he belongs there now.
Kev
The WWE facebook page came up with a cool post. Since today is 10/10/10, they wanted the WWE Universe to name their top 10 favorite superstars of all time. I thought I would post that list here too.
Here is my list of my top 10 superstars of all time, I’ll name both WWE superstars and the Divas:
The Superstars:
The Divas
Yes, I like Jillian Hall, the Diva that sings bad on purposely, it’s part of her gimmick and I find it funny and entertaining. Plus she’s a stunning looking lady even though she’s fake and plastic like the rest of ’em, I give credit to Jillian. Good heel performer.
Enjoy the list.
Kev
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