Now that No Way Out has passed, it’s officially WrestleMania hype-up season. Allow me to kick off that season officially on The Steel Cage with (mostly) baseless speculation. Here’s how I see the card playing out at this juncture: Let’s start with the WWE Championship and new (old) champ Triple-H. As much of a surprise Edge’s relinquishment was, I was [Read More]
The internet is buzzing today with the big news that yes – Mickey Rourke will be appearing at Wrestlemania XXV. Need a confirmation? Google rourke wrestlemania, and take your pick. In an interview, Rourke called out Chris Jericho. What all of this means, however, is still up in the air. Will he wrestle Jericho? Will there merely be an appearance [Read More]
…began in Detroit. A few notes on last night’s Royal Rumble: – Jack Swagger had a solid (and clean) victory over Matt Hardy, raising my suspicions that WWE has new plans for Matt – confirmed just a bit later in the night.. – Melina might deserve the WWE Women’s Championship, if only for the reason that she is so flexible [Read More]
I know, this is old news. Last week on Raw, Jericho was “fired” by acting Raw G.M., Stephanie McMahon. Well, I just noticed today that they have extended such storyline elements to the web, including the WWE Universe web site. It has been noticed that previously fired employees have had their profiles shut down, citing a Terms of Service violation. [Read More]
Sure, it’s “just” the ECW Championship, but what did I say about Jack Swagger? The kid’s got talent; Vince loves him because he’s big and athletic. His mic skills are likely to just get better – he seems to have that charisma that is needed to get to the top. Right now, he’s got the silver belt – look to [Read More]
