4 corners match with Headbangers, Godwins, Truth Commission, and New Age Outlaws. When Mosh is the best wrestler in an 8 man match you know you are in for a rough few minutes.
I gave up on wrestling after the Hulk days and after the end of the Attitude days. Bout to give up again but it feels different for some reason. The other two times I didn't really care and for some reason I hate that I don't want to watch anymore.
I would say it's like the company itself is actively pushing people like us away. They don't seem to have any interest in catering to their main audience, ie, wrestling fans. There is no incentive to watch.
Getting ready for Hawks/Preds and looking forward to seeing Nashville's attempts at keeping Hawks fans out fail miserably. I was there for a game in October and it was a blast.
I'm kind of in the same place. I've taken breaks before but still sort of kind of cared.
I haven't watched anything since the Rumble, including skipping Mania, and it just feels weird and permanent, and weird. Like I SHOULD like it. I've ALWAYS liked it.
I hear ya man. I can't watch without my wife because now she's been sucked in. He's already her favorite Marvel character and we just watched episode 5 last night.
Those "X Event sold out in 90 SECONDS!" announcements WWE makes for WrestleMania are really silly. Is that even logistically possible? Seems like they're mostly accounting for advanced orders or something.
they are pushing us away. Growing up everyone watched regardless of age. Now they are saying we only want this demographic which seems to be a dumb way to make money.
They are definitely pushing us away. I am young at heart. I want to buy into it, I am willing to suspend disbelief. This current product is simply incoherent and poorly produced. It's bad TV. Nothing to do with age.
Obviously WWE wants every demographic. They want all the money. But products just naturally appeal to some and not others. They might even intend to get the 30s demo, but just can't do it correctly.
If you were 14, though, you'd most likely be seeing it differently. Maybe you wouldn't think it's all awesome, but you probably wouldn't be as critical, wouldn't have as many other options, wouldn't have as many time restrictions, etc.
He's a crazy old coot that my fellow Canadians seem to think needs to stay on TV. Just wait until he starts talking about players born outside of Canada.
Who does Kane and Big Show appeal to? Why were they pushing a guy to the top of the card when no one would cheer him? They don't appear to want anyone's money.
I was supposed to go to dinner with my niece last Saturday. She tried to bring her boyfriend along like I knew that dude. The hell? That's how WWE has thrown Neville onto the fans. It would be nice if you'd bother to introduce us beforehand then maybe I wouldn't treat you like a jerk.
Just debut him, establish his moveset against a jobber, and then watch him hang with the boys like he already belongs. I wish they did that more often. I always hate having to watch three months of promo videos and then three months of squash matches before they finally get something decent.
It's why Ryback failed initially, months of squash matches then he gets thrown into a title feud and looks like a total goober in the process.
So...the strange thing about NXT is something like Corbin..what they are doing with him is fine for a small promotion. but the kid isn't going to be getting any better in the ring while he is squashing people.
Establish the importance Foley is placing on this match so when the Outlaws come out, crash the party, and nearly kill him, they REALLY look like assholes.
and they might be in it for the long build with him, not planning on calling him up for a year or two but...they didn't really do that with ascension and we saw how that has gone.
Not having a team to root for leads me to pick a team to root for based off the most trivial things. Rooting for the Islanders because there was a wrestling team named the Islanders!
I always remember who's who b/c Blake has a huge nose, so I think of him as Beak instead of Blake.
And then I remember Murphy is Australian b/c his 1st name is Buddy, so that of course makes me think of "Buddy/Guy/Friend" from the Canadians, who of course are interchangeable with the Ozzies
I did. One of my favorites of the season. I thought May's backstory was really interesting in how it tied into Skye's, creating this overarching theme of motherhood. I dug it.
Oddly enough, I think Kane and Show are supposed to appeal to kids. When I went to a house show last month, Show (vs. Reigns) and Kane (vs. Bryan) were actually really good in their heel roles and sucked the kids into the performance more than anybody. When my nephew plays WWE 2K, whether he plays as Brock or Cena or whoever, he usually picks the giants (Kane, Show, Khali, etc.) as his opponent. I think the younger crowd is more wowed by the good guy beating the evil giant.
You make good sense. I'm actually starting the move out process this weekend. Moving in with some random chick. Of course it's going to end badly, why do you ask?
A) He totally used a sidewalk slam B) As the bad guy was getting ready to do what he did (no spoilers), I think we pretty much all called how he would do it based on the fight. Still was a HOLY SHIT moment though
Got one of the McDonalds Steakhouse burgers last night. If you don't like mushrooms (especially juiciness) or grilled onions, you won't like it. Fortunately that;'s what I got it, and it was pretty good.
I've never found anyone who talked about linkedin to be that interesting... but a linkedin profile is one of those things you just have to have as a professional.
I thnk he either needs to do another serious role, or sit out the next few plays. The talk show/stunt stuff he's done in the past few years just isn't ever funny, and he also seems looked in this antagonist, d-bag mode. You aren't Andy Kaufman, man.
I'm probably going to miss this thread as I'm heading off to bed, so I'll leave you with a taste of how court proceedings take place in South London.
ReplyDeletehttps://pbs.twimg.com/media/CCoFyo2W4AAX7Yn.png
4 corners match with Headbangers, Godwins, Truth Commission, and New Age Outlaws. When Mosh is the best wrestler in an 8 man match you know you are in for a rough few minutes.
ReplyDeleteI will not be watching episode 3 of Daredevil this evening. Wife is very tired and will likely go to bed after she makes dinner and puts the boy down.
ReplyDeleteThis has been my watching Daredevil update.
What does the wife going to sleep have to do with you not watching Daredevil? Is she making you go to sleep too?
ReplyDeleteShe wants to watch it too. It's a thing that we're doing.
ReplyDeleteStanley Cup Playoffs BAABBAAAYY
ReplyDeleteAh, then continue doing your thing.
ReplyDelete*weeps*
ReplyDeleteI heard the NBA regular season was about to conclude. I'm shocked because I was of the belief that the NBA regular season did not have an ending date.
ReplyDeleteIt's the only thing that I know how to do.
ReplyDeleteNo, that's the playoffs.
ReplyDeleteIt's the only thing you need to know how to do. Nothing else is relevant.
ReplyDeleteman NBC sports extra is sucking ass..I'm giving up on watching here at work already
ReplyDeleteSwim up the CRIC. I heard it's FREE.
ReplyDeleteI swear the 1st round lasted for a month last year.
ReplyDeleteThe playoffs have been too awesome the past several years for me to be mad.
ReplyDeleteI gave up on wrestling after the Hulk days and after the end of the Attitude days. Bout to give up again but it feels different for some reason. The other two times I didn't really care and for some reason I hate that I don't want to watch anymore.
ReplyDeleteThey were great but no reason for them to only play one game a week.
ReplyDeleteI love you already, Prince Puma.
ReplyDeleteIt's cool that NBC became so committed to showcasing the NHL. I'm glad they left ESPN.
ReplyDeleteHmmm. Smells like Michael Cole may be getting a stunner here...
ReplyDeleteMatt Striker with a Nick Bockwinkel reference!
ReplyDeleteReally, what else does NBC have to showcase?
ReplyDeleteThe Mysteries of Laura?
The NBC Sports Networks not NBC proper.
ReplyDeleteIf it's like the rest of us it's a feeling of being pushed away by the show itself.
ReplyDeleteMinor league soccer?
ReplyDelete80 regular seasons games and three months of playoffs!
ReplyDeleteNo wonder I don't pay attention until the very end.
They are even putting them on USA and CNBC. My one complaint is they use Comcast feeds for some games. I hate biased commentary for the playoffs.
ReplyDeleteNASCAR and the NBA really need to cut down their schedules
ReplyDeleteStriker is a known JCP mark. I imagine AWA would fall into his wheelhouse too.
ReplyDeletegood way to put it. I quit them the first two times and now they are quitting me.
ReplyDeleteIs that why there are so many empty seats at the Raptors game?
ReplyDeleteand golf. Golf should only be played once a month.
ReplyDeleteRe-watching The League because I needed a Rafi fix.
ReplyDeleteMosh wasn't terrible.
ReplyDeleteBut ugh the rest of that crew (minus Armstrong, whose selling makes anyone look like $100000)
Original programming on the Network I am excited for. Finally.
ReplyDeletehttps://twitter.com/realmickfoley/status/588413124274958336
I would say it's like the company itself is actively pushing people like us away. They don't seem to have any interest in catering to their main audience, ie, wrestling fans. There is no incentive to watch.
ReplyDeleteGetting ready for Hawks/Preds and looking forward to seeing Nashville's attempts at keeping Hawks fans out fail miserably. I was there for a game in October and it was a blast.
ReplyDeleteNo, that's cause it's a RAPTORS game.
ReplyDeleteZING!
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome!
ReplyDeleteI'm kind of in the same place. I've taken breaks before but still sort of kind of cared.
ReplyDeleteI haven't watched anything since the Rumble, including skipping Mania, and it just feels weird and permanent, and weird. Like I SHOULD like it. I've ALWAYS liked it.
Sweet! I'll be checking that out for sure.
ReplyDeleteI hear ya man. I can't watch without my wife because now she's been sucked in. He's already her favorite Marvel character and we just watched episode 5 last night.
ReplyDeleteThose "X Event sold out in 90 SECONDS!" announcements WWE makes for WrestleMania are really silly. Is that even logistically possible? Seems like they're mostly accounting for advanced orders or something.
ReplyDeleteThe Raptors are popular, especially with the Leafs in the tank
ReplyDeleteAre they pushing us away, or are we just growing up?
ReplyDeleteGreat fucking show!
ReplyDeleteMost of us are in our thirties.. Seems like a weird time to grow up.
ReplyDeleteYou might be right though.
Yep. All the preorders, then when tickets "go on sale" there's like 100 left and they sell in 90 seconds.
ReplyDeleteGrowing out of wrestling's target demographic, I mean.
ReplyDeleteListening to the guy at the bar bloviate about his job and "LinkedIn" makes me glad I'm out of that world.
ReplyDeletethey are pushing us away. Growing up everyone watched regardless of age. Now they are saying we only want this demographic which seems to be a dumb way to make money.
ReplyDeleteI hope to be in the next two years.
ReplyDeleteUpvote for "bloviate". And for your avatar. And for your comment.
ReplyDeleteYou know what, fuck it, here's an upvote.
If OKC makes the playoffs, I'd vote for Westbrook for MVP. He's carrying them on a level that Harden and Curry haven't had to do.
ReplyDeleteWhat the hell is this guy wearing on NHL Network. Holy hell.
ReplyDeleteWWE: NEVAR HOMOGENIZED! *kofhackWWEStylekof*
ReplyDeleteHere is the problem with pretaping so far in advance Hi CJ Parker
ReplyDeleteIs it Don Cherry?
ReplyDeleteBecause when I hear, "What the hell is this guy wearing?" and the NHL, I instantly think of Don Cherry.
The MVP will never go to an 8-seed. The award is a combination of things rather than "X player means this much to his team"
ReplyDeleteThey are definitely pushing us away. I am young at heart. I want to buy into it, I am willing to suspend disbelief. This current product is simply incoherent and poorly produced. It's bad TV. Nothing to do with age.
ReplyDeleteNot sure, don't know my facts well enough. Old guy. Bald. White goatee. Flower suit.
ReplyDeleteShouldn't you figure out how to get out of your house first?
ReplyDeleteheh.
Obviously WWE wants every demographic. They want all the money. But products just naturally appeal to some and not others. They might even intend to get the 30s demo, but just can't do it correctly.
ReplyDeleteTotally Don Cherry.
ReplyDeleteBehold his Piano Desk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdJp5-g69go
That's the maniac!!
ReplyDeleteIf you were 14, though, you'd most likely be seeing it differently. Maybe you wouldn't think it's all awesome, but you probably wouldn't be as critical, wouldn't have as many other options, wouldn't have as many time restrictions, etc.
ReplyDeletelulz, DX campaigning for a Tyson/Austin WrestleMania main vent so Shawn doesn't have to defend the belt.
ReplyDeleteCrowe has not impressed me so far.
ReplyDeleteCheck out A Beautiful Mind.
ReplyDeleteHe's a crazy old coot that my fellow Canadians seem to think needs to stay on TV. Just wait until he starts talking about players born outside of Canada.
ReplyDeleteI think Kobe won MVP one year when his team was a lower seed. And he finished 2nd to Nash one year when his team with an 8-seed or 7-seed.
ReplyDeleteWho does Kane and Big Show appeal to? Why were they pushing a guy to the top of the card when no one would cheer him? They don't appear to want anyone's money.
ReplyDeleteJust started Arrow!!!
ReplyDeleteEven when he was on the indies he struck me as a midcard guy. Was really surprised when he was signed.
ReplyDeleteDamn by the time this intermission is over the Chicago game will be on.
ReplyDeletesoloman crowe is a terrible name
ReplyDeleteOpening promo was a whole 7 minutes. No rambling or 1500 interruptions, just Austin and HBK talking shit.
ReplyDeleteTaz is officially gone from TNA. Couldn't afford to fly him from New York to Nashville and back once a week?
ReplyDeleteOh wait, this is the dumpster Raw! Awwww shit.
ReplyDeleteHey, shout out to the Rochester Amerks.
ReplyDeleteReady for another Dodger walk off against the Marviners
ReplyDeleteAnd they're playing my pathetic Charlotte Hornets. In their only ESPN night game this year. Yay?
ReplyDeleteI was supposed to go to dinner with my niece last Saturday. She tried to bring her boyfriend along like I knew that dude. The hell? That's how WWE has thrown Neville onto the fans. It would be nice if you'd bother to introduce us beforehand then maybe I wouldn't treat you like a jerk.
ReplyDeleteAnother convert!
ReplyDeleteHe could probably fit into a pet carrier and get a reduced rate too. Bad sign.
ReplyDeleteThis is a heckuva promo by Mick.
ReplyDeleteAn A-Bomb from A-Rod!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI like how Neville was introduced.
ReplyDeleteJust debut him, establish his moveset against a jobber, and then watch him hang with the boys like he already belongs. I wish they did that more often. I always hate having to watch three months of promo videos and then three months of squash matches before they finally get something decent.
It's why Ryback failed initially, months of squash matches then he gets thrown into a title feud and looks like a total goober in the process.
So...the strange thing about NXT is something like Corbin..what they are doing with him is fine for a small promotion. but the kid isn't going to be getting any better in the ring while he is squashing people.
ReplyDeleteDitto. I hate to bring up "the look" but he looks like a midcard geek
ReplyDeleteCactus and Terry, beating the absolute dogshit out of each other because of RESPECT
ReplyDeleteSame, have zero issue with his call up this far.
ReplyDeleteI wonder how Zayne's casual interview still will go over in the big league.
ReplyDeleteI think he wrestles more on their house shows.
ReplyDeleteEstablish the importance Foley is placing on this match so when the Outlaws come out, crash the party, and nearly kill him, they REALLY look like assholes.
ReplyDeleteAnother step closer to that bonus lol
ReplyDeleteyou could say that everytime he picked up a mic.
ReplyDeleteIt's so different it will stand out.
ReplyDeleteHe faced Ziggler on Monday for no other reason than to have "a great match". What's the point? Who is this guy? What is he about?
ReplyDeleteand they might be in it for the long build with him, not planning on calling him up for a year or two but...they didn't really do that with ascension and we saw how that has gone.
ReplyDeleteI read this as "I was supposed to go over my niece last Saturday."
ReplyDeleteAnd I thought, "Well, booking plans change."
I like it but I can see a portion of the fanebase that is a little more programmed not liking it.
ReplyDeleteworst big league call there is
ReplyDeleteThe casuals got into Bryan's casual interview style. They'll LOVE Zayn.
ReplyDeletefair point
ReplyDeleteAn underrated Simpsons moment...I think:
ReplyDeletehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqm70usLqYc
Daaaaaaaryl. Daaaaaaaaryl.
ReplyDeleteI can ask those same questions about the guy who just main evented Wrestlemania against Brock Lesnar.
ReplyDeleteOut of what world, exactly?
ReplyDeleteThis Habs game has me a tad concerned.
ReplyDeleteHe didn't get over either.
ReplyDeleteHi every BoDy!
ReplyDeleteHere comes the Varshitty Club. Get better gear!
ReplyDeletethey should at least be named NXT's greatest tag team
ReplyDeleteVirgil!
ReplyDelete*wrestling superstar* Virgil
ReplyDeletepick......it up
ReplyDeleteDid you see SHIELD last night?
ReplyDeleteHi Dr. Hibbert!
ReplyDelete(See, it's funny because he's the black doctor.)
Diagnosis? DELICIOUS!
ReplyDeleteHe also looks weird
ReplyDeleteI get it!
ReplyDeleteNot having a team to root for leads me to pick a team to root for based off the most trivial things. Rooting for the Islanders because there was a wrestling team named the Islanders!
ReplyDeleteARE YOU GONNA EAT IT FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE?!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteExcuse me. I apologize.
ReplyDeleteVarsity Club VARSITY CLUB!!!
ReplyDeleteI love Blake and Murphy. What a pair of choads.
ReplyDeleteSo I forgot to mention how a few weeks ago I had a random wrestling dream where two things stuck out:
ReplyDelete1) Seth Rollins came out to new music and everyone here hated it.
2) I decided to post something for his (main event) opponent. I posted...
KENNEDY
...Kennedy
: |
Except Reigns was on the roster for two years now, Neville debuted two weeks ago.
ReplyDeleteHow do you spell "man"?
ReplyDeleteAlex Riley has really nice teeth
ReplyDeleteV...I..R....... ..... Line?
ReplyDeletefine
ReplyDeleteIf there's one guy who I'll forever be grateful I never have to see it again in wrestling, it's Ken Kennedy.
ReplyDeleteWhat a jobberific name. It's just as shitty as Eddie Edwards.
I always remember who's who b/c Blake has a huge nose, so I think of him as Beak instead of Blake.
ReplyDeleteAnd then I remember Murphy is Australian b/c his 1st name is Buddy, so that of course makes me think of "Buddy/Guy/Friend" from the Canadians, who of course are interchangeable with the Ozzies
Did....did you just ask for your line?
ReplyDeleteThat's an excellent mnemonic device.
ReplyDeleteI did. One of my favorites of the season. I thought May's backstory was really interesting in how it tied into Skye's, creating this overarching theme of motherhood. I dug it.
ReplyDeleteBLUE PANTS!!!!
ReplyDeleteI kinda hope they just bring her up as blue pants..with this music
ReplyDeletePrice Is Right would sue.
ReplyDeleteNo hustle either, skip.
ReplyDeleteGoooooooal!
ReplyDeleteHI DANA CAN I WATCH YOU DO SQUATS
ReplyDeleteAn excellent mnemonic device...????
ReplyDeleteWHO?!
I NEED TO KNOW WHO I AM!!!
(but not Jim)
Ok...they need to cut half of that shit out of Dana's entrance. The flipping into center stage was cool then it went down hill.
ReplyDeleteIt's the fucking Catalina Wine Mixer!
ReplyDeleteThe post-next week preview scene was amusing
ReplyDeletehttp://youtu.be/80BqVpmuGiw
ReplyDeleteGoal * 2!!!
ReplyDeletecunt kick...did we get a cunt kick?
ReplyDeletewhat game?
ReplyDeleteRemember Duggan brought them back in '99 to team with him and no one knew who they were, let alone cared when they turned on him?
ReplyDeleteNeidh....damnit!
ReplyDeleteI'm not understanding your point
ReplyDeleteBack leg cunt kick
ReplyDeleteHans/Sens
ReplyDeleteOddly enough, I think Kane and Show are supposed to appeal to kids. When I went to a house show last month, Show (vs. Reigns) and Kane (vs. Bryan) were actually really good in their heel roles and sucked the kids into the performance more than anybody. When my nephew plays WWE 2K, whether he plays as Brock or Cena or whoever, he usually picks the giants (Kane, Show, Khali, etc.) as his opponent. I think the younger crowd is more wowed by the good guy beating the evil giant.
ReplyDeleteI love Will Ferrell, but I think he needs to cut it down on the amount of movies he does. Half of them I have NO interest in seeing.
ReplyDeleteGetting some heat, not great shots, but quite an athlete. I'd like to see more. Also maybe more matches as she improves.
ReplyDeleteThroat punch in a hockey game...amazing.
ReplyDeleteYou make good sense. I'm actually starting the move out process this weekend. Moving in with some random chick. Of course it's going to end badly, why do you ask?
ReplyDeleteWatched the 3rd ep of DD last night
ReplyDeleteA) He totally used a sidewalk slam
B) As the bad guy was getting ready to do what he did (no spoilers), I think we pretty much all called how he would do it based on the fight. Still was a HOLY SHIT moment though
Aaaand that was amazing acting gets Subban out for the game. That dude needs to work WWE.
ReplyDeleteGrrrr, too many Avengers trailers flying around now. Stop Disney, you're going to get all the money on this one
ReplyDeleteI've avoided all trailers since the first one. They show too damn much.
ReplyDeleteGot one of the McDonalds Steakhouse burgers last night. If you don't like mushrooms (especially juiciness) or grilled onions, you won't like it. Fortunately that;'s what I got it, and it was pretty good.
ReplyDeletethe good guys win
ReplyDelete/spoilers
It's crazy that Rhyno has grown into his name even more has he got older
ReplyDeleteI've stopped seeking. Just saw another new one on Arrow though
ReplyDeleteSomeone hasn't seen Star Wars Episode V
ReplyDeleteWashington Capitals choking in the Playoffs. A tradition like no other.
ReplyDeleteNope. Kobe's lone MVP was when the Lakers were the #1 seed
ReplyDeleteOr Episode III.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe that Darth Vader is Luke's father!
ReplyDelete/Homer Simpsons when leaving the theater
dang the one movie out of 4353465645626435234543623536223545345 that the bad guys go over in. You got me sport.
ReplyDeleteI love mushrooms and the only kind of onions I like are grilled(or ringed) sounds like my forte.
ReplyDeleteGood evening.
ReplyDeleteI've never found anyone who talked about linkedin to be that interesting... but a linkedin profile is one of those things you just have to have as a professional.
ReplyDeleteI like sweet onions, not the kind that make you cry
ReplyDeleteThe same could be said about women
Owen lost to Bret 4303038385950402 times. He got over on Bret just once and it was all he needed.
ReplyDeleteWill they have rings if I cut them open?
ReplyDeleteJust kidding.. I already found out the answer for myself
Page Turner.
ReplyDelete"While Wade Boggs lay unconscious on the barroom tile, we're talkin' SOOOOOFFFTBAAAALLLL"
ReplyDeleteman lots of stalling so far
ReplyDeleteLook where it got him, though
ReplyDeleteTHERE'S PEOPLE IN THERE! THERE'S PEOPLE IN THERE!
ReplyDeleteGoddamn. Shelton heel turn lol.
ReplyDeleteFuture endeavored.
ReplyDeleteThe Miz Marine movie....holy shit that looks unwatchable and Miz was beyond over doing the voice over
ReplyDeleteThe entire WWF roster flooding to the scene, Sunny looking like she's about to break down, Vince McMahon is pissed. This is madness!
ReplyDeleteThat felt like the Lesnar segment where they legitimately stopped the show for about 15 minutes(longer in the outlaws case)
ReplyDeleteVince didn't trust it enough to headline Summerslam and they couldn't get anymore money matches out of it.
ReplyDeleteMy God, it's full of stars!
ReplyDeleteIT'S PEOPLE! SOYLENT GREEN IS PEOPLE!!
YOU DAMN DIRTY APES
Dumpster dive? Yeah, that was a great moment.
ReplyDeleteBullseye got his.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a sexual maneuver
ReplyDeleteI thnk he either needs to do another serious role, or sit out the next few plays. The talk show/stunt stuff he's done in the past few years just isn't ever funny, and he also seems looked in this antagonist, d-bag mode. You aren't Andy Kaufman, man.
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