WWE Thread (Spoilers)

[Dr. Zoidberg]

[Bandit]

Apparently Seth Rollins, Randy Orton and Bray Wyatt are all coming back in June. Great, Rollins will be another Reigns opponent who gets huge babyface pops when they wrestle at Summerslam.

[Bandit]

- WWE recently applied to trademark the term "Lady Balls" on May 11th, apparently for use with a new character.

I don't want to know where this goes.

[Bandit]

Stephanie McMahon revealed Monday that she was writing her autobiography, set for release on September 27 and a $26.95 list price through Regan Arts.

Regan is pushing the book around McMahon having 1.5 million Twitter followers and 1 million Instagram followers, implying that she has a mobilized fan base who have seen her for years. They also pushed WWE's YouTube numbers and worldwide exposure, and are hoping for the success Regan had with Ronda Rousey, and in particular trying to attract a non-wrestling audience to purchasing the book thinking McMahon hasn't had a lot of mainstream media coverage, and in particular they could market her heavily in women's magazines.

The book is apparently also designed to attempt to break her out into a larger media figure with a contemporary approach to the media.

The book is particularly aimed at women, and S&S notes 40% of the television viewership of WWE are women, and pushing her as a mother of three girls who has to balance a home life with being Chief Brand Officer for the company.

"Stephanie McMahon is one of the great visionaries behind the continuing success of WWE, and has navigated the entertaining, treacherous and awe-inspiring world of Superstars, egos and drama with style, tremendous skill and dynamite feminine force," said Judith Regal, the CEO of Regan Arts. "And that's just with her family. The family encompasses everyone in the WWE family worldwide. Her story is Shakespearean in its drama and comedy, and she is in a unique position to share an inside view of one the world's most successful organizations. Her story will also motivate you to get off your butt and make magic happen. I love her and you will too when you read her book."

I just want to know why she can't smile without looking homicidal. It didn't always used to be that way. She had a nice smile in the early days when she was Test's girlfriend and Undertaker was kidnapping her.

[Big Boss Man]

Plastic surgery/botox maybe? She looks much more like her Mom in this pic now she looks more like Vince



It might be because she smiles more with her teeth now too as she looks more normal here

[Bandit]

[Dr. Zoidberg]

I just want to know why she can't smile without looking homicidal.

"I'm gonna eat your children!"

[Dr. Zoidberg]

-- There is word while Triple H is still pushing for Reigns to be booked strong, Vince may be backing off of that and there is a feeling within the company that Vince is growing tired of the Reigns experiment and that may lead him to bring in NXT stars like Shinsuke Nakamura, Finn Balor, and Samoa Joe sooner than later

-- There is currently a lot of concern within the WWE regarding AJ Styles back injury. He was pulled from all live events this weekend in order to rest up for the match at Extreme Rules. AJ is also dealing with an ankle injury as well. Its also reported that his back injury is a lot worse than he is reporting and it may lead to the WWE calling up Finn Balor sooner than planned.

-- WWE announced yesterday in an SEC filing that Vince McMahon recently sold 2,191,894 shares of WWE stock. The worth of those shares is approximately $38-39 million. The shares represented about 6% of the company’s outstanding shares and leaves Vince with 37,080,747 shares of WWE, or 48.8% of all WWE shares. You can find the SEC filing below. It was also noted that Vince sold the shares for, “estate planning purposes for the benefit of Mr. McMahon and certain members of Mr. McMahon’s family.”



-- As noted, WWE women's wrestler Emma suffered an injury during this past weekend's WWE live events.

Emma suffered a back injury and after undergoing an MRI, it was determined that she will in fact need surgery. Her operation is scheduled for this Wednesday.

Late Monday evening, Emma took to social media to comment on her injury situation.

"I'm pretty gutted about my injury, and of course, the timing," said Emma. "But all the love and support going into surgery Wednesday helps. Thanks! #RAW."

-- Several readers have sent in word that before Raw tonight in Greensboro, WWE ran a piece of pre-recorded audio advocating the repeal of North Carolina House Bill 2, otherwise known as “The Bathroom Bill.” WWE is not the first to voice disapproval of the bill, as celebrities such as Pearl Jam and Bruce Springsteen recently canceled concerts in North Carolina in protest of the bill, which they feel discriminates against transgender people.

-- PWInsider.com is reporting that there are no immediate plans to film a second season of The Edge & Christian Show following the Season Finale last night.

-- As noted, rumors began circulating last week that Lilian Garcia had been released by WWE when Court Bauer reported on an episode of MLW Radio that Garcia had been quietly released by WWE amidst the numerous talent cuts which took place.

Garcia posted a blog on Facebook over the weekend noting that she had not been released by WWE, but was off TV to be with her father who is battling bladder cancer and multiple Myeloma.

Dave Meltzer noted on a recent edition of Wrestling Observer Radio that people in WWE were under the impression Garcia had been released as her last name was listed on an internal memo which listed other released WWE talents.

Meltzer posted the following explanation earlier today on the Wrestling Observer message board:

“Many in the company thought she was gone. It was openly talked about both from people within and those close to the company. She was telling her friends it was a leave and when she first was gone I was told it was a personal leave as well, so that’s what I assumed. But one person after another for a week was saying she was gone, and these were people who had the lists of who was gone. WWE would not provide clarification when asked but since she was scheduled to return today I figured at worst we’d know for sure today, but it was cleared up a few days ago.”





NSFW: http://i.imgur.com/Sx40hZP.jpg

[Bandit]

NSFW: http://i.imgur.com/Sx40hZP.jpg

10 stars.

[Dr. Zoidberg]

NSFW: http://i.imgur.com/Sx40hZP.jpg

10 stars.

RIP clitdick.

[Bandit]

Batista still rules.

[Dr. Zoidberg]

-- Regarding the releases, the Steve Lombardi release was partially due to what somebody said was a small mistake he made that gave them cause for letting him go.

-- The company's goal for some time has been to make Stephanie the business face of the company. The name of the book may be "Lady Balls". WWE this past week, just before the book announcement, took out trademarks for that phrase and listed it for toys, books and computer software. So it may be that the book title will also be used to market toys for girls, and it's very clear they want that phrase to be marketed and part of their future lexicon.

Undertaker repackaged as Lady Balls Calaway

[Bandit]

So it may be that the book title will also be used to market toys for girls

[Dr. Zoidberg]

Cody Rhodes has asked for his release.

[Bandit]

Chuck Taylor is one of the funniest wrestlers in the business. He'd be big if WWE signed him and let him come up with his own stuff.

[Bandit]

Cody said he;s not doing a shoot interview, only releasing this statement.

[Dr. Zoidberg]

-- WWE has come to terms on the release of Cody Rhodes as of today, May 22, 2016. WWE wishes Rhodes the best in all his future endeavors.





Ryborg!

[Big Boss Man]

I legit LOLd at EC3 comment for some reason. Also Adam Rose has been granted his release too. Abit off topic but the former Sylvester Lefort turned up at one of TNA One Night Only PPVs too so TNA signing up the NXTers too.

[Bandit]

I watched the Shane interview last night, and his stories about Vince as a father were exactly what I always thought Vince as your father would be like. And I'd pay top dollar to see video footage of Vince getting thrown into the pool. Perfect Vince cutting a promo before he even went into the water.

[Dr. Zoidberg]

-- It looks like longtime WWE Superstar Glenn "Kane" Jacobs is looking to pursue his political aspirations.

Jacobs spoke with local NBC-affiliate WBIR this week and spoke about his "serious consideration" towards running as a Republican for the Knox County, Tennessee mayor position in 2018.

"I think the most important thing is I care very deeply about this community, like a lot of people do," Jacobs told WBIR-TV. "And that’s the only reason I would consider getting into any sort of government because I do care very deeply. And I think it’s incumbent upon people who care about the communities to try to make a difference."

Jacobs, who started with WWE in 1995, turned 49 last month, and has been very politically active over the years.



Has Roman Reigns earned your respect as WWE World Heavyweight Champion?

http://www.wwe.com/polls/has-roman-reig ... t-champion



I need a 4th option: No.

"The Big Dog" & "The Guy" make him sound like he's a poor man's Ryback.