Serious question: what does WWE have to lose by forming a partnership with New Japan?
The biggest problem with foreign wrestlers for WWE is having to assume the long-term risk for talent that can't speak the language. They've been burned by Mistico, and KENTA has been a disappointment thusfar. With a partnership, they can bring in new guys for short stints that can tear the house down in NXT, and even the occasional WWE show.
It would be good experience for the New Japan guys to be exposed to "WWE style". And, for the one time each summer that WWE swings by Japan, instead of selling out the Sumo Hall alone, they can sell out the Tokyo Dome with a co-promoted show, which would look a lot more impressive to fans watching live on the Network.
They don't really compete with each other, but they could sure do a lot to help each other out.
Not really. Trying to get locked down for for at least a month, 6 or even 12 months would be better. I'm probably about to lose internent privliges for a while.
I hate the whole process of the Baseball Hall of Fame, because the BBWAA are a bunch of a-holes, many of whom haven't covered baseball in a long time. Get a new set of voters and maybe I can take the process seriously.
when u all think rude peaked in being over? 89' ic title run? or his cage match with warrior.. or post wwf? i watched wm5 today so this has been on my mind
i agree. and today there is like a 8%+ discrepancy between professional players and the public who are diagnosed and recieve meds for ADHD.. i think that says alot for how much players go through to get an edge.
Yeah man, you've already taken care of the first step. Some say that's the hardest part. Just continue being your strong self and I'm sure you'll conquer the problem.
This place is poppin' I tell ya.
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ReplyDeleteFlair vs Rude is high on the list of personal Dream Matches that actually happened
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your nightmares.
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Hey.
ReplyDeleteI remember getting Goldberg setup with Stacy's entrance back in HCtP.
ReplyDeleteHey kid. Trying to check myself into rehab.
ReplyDeleteWatching "The List" for more shocking title changes. What a moment when Goldberg beat Hogan.
ReplyDeleteWhat?
ReplyDeleteEhh...in '89-'90, that would rocking. Babyface Flair against uber-dick heel Rude. I'm in for that.
ReplyDeleteSo A-Rod's 3000th hit is a HR.
ReplyDeleteFirst ballot HOFer or does he get the Clemens/Bonds treatment?
He gets the "Jeter Aper" treatment, never sees the Hall of Fame.
ReplyDeleteHe SHOULD be a first ballot HoFer
ReplyDeleteHe's Clemens-Bonds-Palmeiro. No chance for a while.
ReplyDeleteMy booze problem is out of control so I'm trying to get help.
ReplyDeleteGood for you!
ReplyDeleteFuck.
ReplyDeleteAnything I can do to help.
ReplyDeleteSerious question: what does WWE have to lose by forming a partnership with New Japan?
ReplyDeleteThe biggest problem with foreign wrestlers for WWE is having to assume the long-term risk for talent that can't speak the language. They've been burned by Mistico, and KENTA has been a disappointment thusfar. With a partnership, they can bring in new guys for short stints that can tear the house down in NXT, and even the occasional WWE show.
It would be good experience for the New Japan guys to be exposed to "WWE style". And, for the one time each summer that WWE swings by Japan, instead of selling out the Sumo Hall alone, they can sell out the Tokyo Dome with a co-promoted show, which would look a lot more impressive to fans watching live on the Network.
They don't really compete with each other, but they could sure do a lot to help each other out.
Just Say No!
ReplyDeleteknown cheaters won't get in for 50+ years because the journalists r a-holes and will make it a moral-ethical case
ReplyDeleteFirst ballot Fuck You A-Roder.
ReplyDeleteI sure hope Ichiro's 3000th hit is a bunt single.
Not really. Trying to get locked down for for at least a month, 6 or even 12 months would be better. I'm probably about to lose internent privliges for a while.
ReplyDeleteI hate the whole process of the Baseball Hall of Fame, because the BBWAA are a bunch of a-holes, many of whom haven't covered baseball in a long time. Get a new set of voters and maybe I can take the process seriously.
ReplyDeletefrank thomas never did steroids..yarite!
ReplyDeleteFuck off, this isn't funny.
ReplyDeleteFuck.
ReplyDeleteFall Brawl 93 without the Shockmaster nonsense:
ReplyDeleteRude, Austin, Pillman, Vader vs
Flair, Anderson, Windham, Sid
Horsemen reunion, even if only for one show
A year? Are you drinking every night?
ReplyDeleteGood luck with that man. For what it's worth, you've got my well wishes.
ReplyDeleteHe'll never get in.
ReplyDeleteI've been drinking every night for like 15 years now.
ReplyDeletewhen u all think rude peaked in being over? 89' ic title run? or his cage match with warrior.. or post wwf? i watched wm5 today so this has been on my mind
ReplyDeleteWM5.
ReplyDeleteDangerous Alliance hits the philosophical TNA Angle question. If an amazing match/angle happens in the minor leagues, does it count?
Who's being funny?
ReplyDeleteJust keep saying that to yourself until you get to the place where you can get help.
Probably the win over Warrior and IC run, WWF wise. But he was next level awesome vs Sting and Flair in WCW
ReplyDeleteAnd why are steroids, an illegal substance, a worse offense than the greenies guys like Mantle, DiMaggio, Aaron and others took?
ReplyDeleteOh wow okay. Stay strong brother.
ReplyDeleteI think you're right with your 89 pick. Boom period WWF and he was really over.
ReplyDeleteGood luck buddy.
ReplyDeleteI'm sitting in the waiting room to get admitted.
ReplyDeleteAlright then. Hang in there.
ReplyDeleteThanks homie. You were always right about the booze thing.
ReplyDeleteThe thing is, Vince always thinks his product is the best and to team with another would be beneath him.
ReplyDeleteHe did do it in the past but that was for money and competition reasons. Now that WCW is gone, what's the incentive for him?
'89 when Piper pulled Rude's pants down in a steel cage match exposing his firm Minnesota buttocks to a pack MSG crowd.
ReplyDeleteMoney.
ReplyDeleteYou're a strong dude, you'll get through it.
ReplyDeleteGood luck! You got this.
ReplyDeletei agree. and today there is like a 8%+ discrepancy between professional players and the public who are diagnosed and recieve meds for ADHD.. i think that says alot for how much players go through to get an edge.
ReplyDeleteWould you describe his buttocks as turgid?
ReplyDeleteI loved Rude in WCW, he fit in there so much better than WWF.
ReplyDelete93 was good
ReplyDeleteI got nowhere else to go.
ReplyDeleteMore like rugged. You could grate cheese on those cheeks.
ReplyDeleteDude, stay strong. We got ya back.
ReplyDeleteThe time he was on raw and nitro within 1 hour
ReplyDelete$45 for the RoH PPV tonight?!?
ReplyDeleteWHAT!
ReplyDeleteClemens/bonds
ReplyDeleteFrank Thomas never got caught with steroids.
ReplyDeleteIt's okay to cheat if you don't get caught, or it's "cute" cheating, like spitting on balls and corking your bat.
He was THISCLOSE to being WCW World Champion in 1992. Then he never hit that level again (fake World titles notwithstanding).
ReplyDeleteI'd say he peaked in WCW in 92.
$5 for the RoH PPV tonight.
ReplyDeleteThat is a ridiculous price to charge
ReplyDelete*$45
ReplyDeleteAs an 8 yr old mark, I remember thinking "why should I care?" Regarding the Flair-Fujinami feud. Tuned right back in to Hogan vs Slaughter
ReplyDeleteFor the first time in my life I'm trying. That's a good start.
ReplyDeletefive dollars? get outta here...
ReplyDeleteWorkrate.
ReplyDelete8 yrs old. Lol
ReplyDeleteWhat's the mindset behind upvoting a post like this?
ReplyDeleteNo eight year old cares about work rate
ReplyDeleteI'd order if it was like $25. I can't justify spending $45 on a product that I barely watch. I'm sure I'll watch via other means though...
ReplyDeleteYeah I guess fucking that up is what I get for being a smart ass.
ReplyDeleteThat he is trying to get help.
ReplyDeleteBecause Fujinami beat Flair in Japan. Could he do it again in America?
ReplyDeleteI'll probably watch on my iPad while I watch something else I'm way more interested in
ReplyDeleteWhat was the first match you remember appreciating workrate in?
ReplyDeleteYeah man, you've already taken care of the first step. Some say that's the hardest part. Just continue being your strong self and I'm sure you'll conquer the problem.
ReplyDeleteGood luck, buddy! I quit drinking 6 years ago and it was the best decision I ever made. You got this!
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