Dave Meltzer has reported that WWE wants to put NXT on television this fall. There are rumors that a deal with a network is already in place, but even if one hasn't been signed yet, clearly WWE are working hard to find a suitable television outlet.
CM Punk, mentally burnt out and injured, attended UFC's The Ultimate Fighter 17 Finale last weekend. Mark Coleman wanted to pick a fight with the WWE superstar over UFC management's decision to treat Punk as a bigger celebrity on their telecast.
According to Dave Meltzer, The Rock vs. Brock Lesnar is going to happen soon, unless plans change, of course. The only question is exactly where and when this dream match takes place, SummerSlam 2013 or WrestleMania 30?
WWE is currently on a drive to re-sign their best former talent that is not under contract to TNA. High on that list is Shelton Benjamin who has handed his notice into ROH, so he can legally negotiate with WWE for a possible return to the company.
The answer to that troubling question seems to be yes, based on recent WWE storylines and backstage talks, despite the fact that Foley should never step foot in the ring again due to the permanent brain damage he's already suffered from concussions.
Former professional wrestler Mike Graham was found dead at age 61 from a self inflicted gunshot wound to the head on Friday morning. We at Cageside Seats would like to express our heartfelt condolences to his family at this time.
Linda McMahon earned a draw in her third debate, thanks to a partisan crowd that threw Chris Murphy off his game. As a wrestling fan though, I was ashamed that Linda's supporters booed Murphy for mentioning her terrible record of occupational death.
Shaul Guerrero, the daughter of Eddie and Vickie Guerrero, who wrestles in FCW as Raquel Diaz, has asked to be released from her WWE contract. Due to her immense potential and the recent exodus of women from the promotion, WWE declined her request.
Jeff Hardy won the Bound For Glory Series because his contract is coming due soon and they want to keep him sweet. But building the company around someone who you can't guarantee will be around long term is a risky strategy.
