Following the reports that Samoa Joe has signed a multi-year deal with WWE, Northeast Wrestling issued an announcement promoting Joe for two of their live events this summer.
“There are many rumors where Samoa Joe may be going or where he may end up. NEW fans there is one thing for sure – this is not a rumor this is a fact. Samoa Joe returns to Northeast Wrestling as a part of our Wrestling Under the Stars Tour on Saturday, August 1st at Dutchess Stadium in Wappingers Falls, NY and Sunday, August 2nd at a location to be announced next week.
On August 1st he will be joined by Rey Mysterio, Alberto El Patron fka Alberto Del Rio, The Young Bucks, Mickie James, Velvet Sky, NEW Champion Matt Taven, Brian Anthony and many other superstars to be announced. Tickets for this event are on sale now at www.northeastwrestling.com”
It’s worth noting that shortly after this statement was released, Joe tweeted the following:
Promoters. Spend less time being "smart" & more time putting together a crisp, & professional live event experience for your fans. #Business
— Samoa Joe (@SamoaJoe) May 18, 2015