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  • Bill Goldberg Says He's Open To Wrestling At WrestleMania 27

    In an interview with ESPN.com to promote his new show “Garage Mahal” on the DIY cable network, former WWE & WCW Champion Bill Goldberg says he’s open to wrestling one final match at next year’s WrestleMania from Atlanta, Georgia.

    “It’s not something that I’m seeking out to do at 43 years old. But you know, WrestleMania is next year in Atlanta. Hulk Hogan and I put 43,000 people in the Georgia Dome with three days notice. I’ve got a fairly big following in Atlanta,” Goldberg said. “Is it out of the realm of possibility? I’d say no.”

    Goldberg recently began working with WWE again on a new deal for WWE to use his likeness for merchandise (toys, appearing in WWE video games, etc.) and says he’d put himself back in the spotlight so his young son can see him in action.

    “The doors are kind of open to negotiation as far as a merchandising deal. If it leads to something else? It’s a wonderful day,” Goldberg said.”If not, I’m totally content with the way I went out. To be able to get merchandise out there not only satiates the fans but hopefully there have been a lot of people wondering where my merchandise is. The reason why I want to do this is my boy; just trying to be a good father.”

  • New Heel Stable In WWE, WWE Recruiting Athletes

    – When the call was made to break up Randy Orton’s Legacy stable, talk began of a new group forming with Ted DiBiase as the leader. Plans called for DiBiase to team with his brother Brett and rising developmental superstar Joe Hennig (son of the late “Mr. Perfect” Curt Hennig) in a group called “The Fortunate Sons.” DiBiase referenced that title during his promo on RAW this week. Whether WWE will still go forward with that idea remains to be seen.

    – WWE is getting back to the mentality of recruiting standout athletes into developmental instead of just muscleheads with “the right look.”

    – The Georgia Dome in Atlanta might see two straight nights of WWE action next year. With WrestleMania 27 confirmed for the Dome, there is talk of having the next night’s RAW in the same stadium (with most of the upper sections scaled off, obviously). Next year’s Hall of Fame ceremony will likely take place at either the Phillips Arena or the Fox Arena.

    (Credit to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter for the information used in this report)

  • Ted DiBiase Sr. Talks Trash About The Ultimate Warrior

    In an interview with the MondayNightMayhem radio show, WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase had some harsh words for former co-worker The Ultimate Warrior, who was in talks with WWE about being part of this year’s Hall of Fame class.

    Related News: Ultimate Warrior Reveals Why He Turned Down Vince’s Hall Of Fame Offer

    DiBiase says he’s glad Warrior was not inducted into the Hall of Fame this year over WrestleMania weekend. “I’m glad he wasn’t there. I’m glad he wasn’t there because he’s somebody I don’t particularly care for, and quite frankly, he was somebody who got a big push, DiBiase said. “He’s one of those guys that has never really appreciated what was done for him, and all you have to do is watch the DVD. There’s a lot of guys that did well in the industry that may have been lacking in some areas.”

    DiBiase worked with the Ultimate Warrior during Warrior’s run at the top of the World Wrestling Federation, but says the only way the man from Parts Unknown would have a good match is if his opponent carried the match.

    “Here’s a guy who the only reason he ever had a great match, every great match he had was directly depended upon who he was wrestling. And if the guy across the ring from him couldn’t lead him around by the nose, he couldn’t have a good match. So the fact that he wasn’t called on doesn’t bother me at all. I thought that since he lived out in that area, I thought that could have happened, and quite honestly, it would have been a very tense backstage environment if he and I were together. He’s one of those guys who has been given so much in terms of an opportunity in our industry, who even to this day doesn’t appreciate it, and I don’t know for the life of me who he thinks he is.”

    To listen to the entire interview, visit MondayNightMayhem.com.

  • Daniel Bryan Blog: Michael Cole’s Commentary, Keg Carry

    WWE NXT rookie Daniel Bryan has updated his WWE Universe blog .. Here’s what Bryan said about:

    Michael Cole’s Commentary: “I’m fascinated by Michael Cole’s commentary. For all of his talk of me being a computer geek, I suspect I spend less time on the Internet than just about anyone in the WWE, including him,” Bryan said. “I am probably some sort of geek/nerd…but more of the classic book reading, record listening, don’t know anything about what’s going on in popular culture type nerd.”

    This Week’s Keg Carry Contest: “I did not do well in the keg carrying competition this week. I’ve never carried a keg in my entire life nor do I expect to carry one ever again. But, if you judge the competition by who held onto the keg the longest, I clearly won,” Bryan said. “I don’t have any idea how keg racing has any relation to wrestling…but such is life. Perhaps next week we can have a Scrabble competition inside a steel cage with Diva lumberjills on the outside to make sure nobody interferes.

    He also revealed that his signature maroon tights were a gift from William Regal after the two trained together back in the early 2000’s.  It’s a good read from one of NXT’s top stars.

  • Daniel Bryan Blog: Michael Cole's Commentary, Keg Carry

    WWE NXT rookie Daniel Bryan has updated his WWE Universe blog .. Here’s what Bryan said about:

    Michael Cole’s Commentary: “I’m fascinated by Michael Cole’s commentary. For all of his talk of me being a computer geek, I suspect I spend less time on the Internet than just about anyone in the WWE, including him,” Bryan said. “I am probably some sort of geek/nerd…but more of the classic book reading, record listening, don’t know anything about what’s going on in popular culture type nerd.”

    This Week’s Keg Carry Contest: “I did not do well in the keg carrying competition this week. I’ve never carried a keg in my entire life nor do I expect to carry one ever again. But, if you judge the competition by who held onto the keg the longest, I clearly won,” Bryan said. “I don’t have any idea how keg racing has any relation to wrestling…but such is life. Perhaps next week we can have a Scrabble competition inside a steel cage with Diva lumberjills on the outside to make sure nobody interferes.

    He also revealed that his signature maroon tights were a gift from William Regal after the two trained together back in the early 2000’s.  It’s a good read from one of NXT’s top stars.

  • Vince & Linda WrestleMania Notes, David Otunga Interview

    – Neither Linda or Vince McMahon attended the post-WrestleMania party in Phoenix this year. The original report that Linda attended the Hall of Fame may be false as she was seen arriving at the hotel after the ceremony with her bags. Linda was at Fan Axxess on Sunday morning looking at displays of old wrestler’s gear and chatting with some fans. It’s said that Vince may have been hurt taking all the chairshots from Bret Hart but if he was, he would never sell it or tell anyone, or want anyone to see him walking around hurting. (Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

    – Since WWE started the pay-per-view price increase with the Royal Rumble in January, they have not suffered any significant hit on pay-per-view buys.

    – MTV.com has an article online where they covered WWE NXT Rookie David Otunga guest hosting Raw. The piece mentioned Otunga’s fiancee Jennifer Hudson signing “One Shining Moment” at the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Below is what was written about Otunga:

    But Hudson wasn’t the only member of her family to have a big night on Monday (April 5). Fiancé David Otunga had his own set of highlights as the host of “Raw,” WWE’s flagship show. Otunga won a battle royal on last week’s edition of “WWE NXT” that won him the opportunity to run the big show. As host (a role taken on by the likes of Snoop Dogg, William Shatner, Jewel, Timbaland, Ozzy Osbourne and Bob Barker), Otunga booked himself into a tag team championship match (he and John Cena lost to the Big Show and the Miz — the later a former star of MTV’s “The Real World”) and decided that the main event of the next pay-per-view would be Batista against John Cena in a Last Man Standing match.

  • Vince & Linda WrestleMania Notes, David Otunga Interview

    – Neither Linda or Vince McMahon attended the post-WrestleMania party in Phoenix this year. The original report that Linda attended the Hall of Fame may be false as she was seen arriving at the hotel after the ceremony with her bags. Linda was at Fan Axxess on Sunday morning looking at displays of old wrestler’s gear and chatting with some fans. It’s said that Vince may have been hurt taking all the chairshots from Bret Hart but if he was, he would never sell it or tell anyone, or want anyone to see him walking around hurting. (Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

    – Since WWE started the pay-per-view price increase with the Royal Rumble in January, they have not suffered any significant hit on pay-per-view buys.

    – MTV.com has an article online where they covered WWE NXT Rookie David Otunga guest hosting Raw. The piece mentioned Otunga’s fiancee Jennifer Hudson signing “One Shining Moment” at the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Below is what was written about Otunga:

    But Hudson wasn’t the only member of her family to have a big night on Monday (April 5). Fiancé David Otunga had his own set of highlights as the host of “Raw,” WWE’s flagship show. Otunga won a battle royal on last week’s edition of “WWE NXT” that won him the opportunity to run the big show. As host (a role taken on by the likes of Snoop Dogg, William Shatner, Jewel, Timbaland, Ozzy Osbourne and Bob Barker), Otunga booked himself into a tag team championship match (he and John Cena lost to the Big Show and the Miz — the later a former star of MTV’s “The Real World”) and decided that the main event of the next pay-per-view would be Batista against John Cena in a Last Man Standing match.

  • Russo Burnt Out, Jeff Hardy Calls Celebrity An A-Hole & More

    – Reality television star “Dog The Bounty Hunter” was in the crowd at Tuesday’s iMPACT tapings in Orlando. Based on messages TNA star Jeff Hardy wrote on Twitter, it doesn’t sound like his meeting with Dog went too well:

    “Dog tha Bounty Hunter is a AssHole!!!he&his posse just treated me & Shannon like shit!I thought him&beth were cool…oh well”

    – Vince Russo has been talking about how he is burnt out on booking in TNA.

    – TNA fans waiting outside the Impact Zone this past Monday were warned prior to entering the building that the show would not be family-friendly.

    – TNA has sold about 2,200 tickets for their LockDown PPV in St. Charles, MO.

    – In addition to Daniels, The Nasty Boys and Consequences Creed, TNA has also released referee Jamie Tucker recently.

    (Partial sources: Wrestling Observer Newsletter, f4wonline.com)

  • Russo Burnt Out, Jeff Hardy Calls Celebrity An A-Hole & More

    – Reality television star “Dog The Bounty Hunter” was in the crowd at Tuesday’s iMPACT tapings in Orlando. Based on messages TNA star Jeff Hardy wrote on Twitter, it doesn’t sound like his meeting with Dog went too well:

    “Dog tha Bounty Hunter is a AssHole!!!he&his posse just treated me & Shannon like shit!I thought him&beth were cool…oh well”

    – Vince Russo has been talking about how he is burnt out on booking in TNA.

    – TNA fans waiting outside the Impact Zone this past Monday were warned prior to entering the building that the show would not be family-friendly.

    – TNA has sold about 2,200 tickets for their LockDown PPV in St. Charles, MO.

    – In addition to Daniels, The Nasty Boys and Consequences Creed, TNA has also released referee Jamie Tucker recently.

    (Partial sources: Wrestling Observer Newsletter, f4wonline.com)

  • Superstars Upset At Jim Ross’ Treatment, Gowen Out Of Rehab

    – Several top WWE superstars were not happy about Jim Ross being off the WrestleMania 26 announcing team. Ross even wrote in his blog  that Vince McMahon didn’t make any time for him during WrestleMania  weekend, which is unfortunate considering how influential Ross has been  over the years.

    – Matt Striker’s zany commentary at WrestleMania was a topic of discussion in the days following the event.

    – Former WWE star Zach Gowen recently completed a WWE-sponsored rehab program for  pain pill addiction. He is now staying at a sober  living facility and accepting independent bookings.

    – WWE.com web traffic and WWEShop.com merchandise sales were both up in February from January.

    (Credit to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter for the information in this report)

  • Superstars Upset At Jim Ross' Treatment, Gowen Out Of Rehab

    – Several top WWE superstars were not happy about Jim Ross being off the WrestleMania 26 announcing team. Ross even wrote in his blog  that Vince McMahon didn’t make any time for him during WrestleMania  weekend, which is unfortunate considering how influential Ross has been  over the years.

    – Matt Striker’s zany commentary at WrestleMania was a topic of discussion in the days following the event.

    – Former WWE star Zach Gowen recently completed a WWE-sponsored rehab program for  pain pill addiction. He is now staying at a sober  living facility and accepting independent bookings.

    – WWE.com web traffic and WWEShop.com merchandise sales were both up in February from January.

    (Credit to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter for the information in this report)

  • Jim Ross Blog: Young Stars Getting Pushed, Hart & Soul DVD

    WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has updated his blog at JRsBarBQ.com. Some highlights:

    WWE’s New Hart and Soul DVD: “Several weeks ago I got an advance copy of the new, WWE DVD, ‘Hart and Soul’ and I can easily and honestly say it is one of the better productions that WWE Home Video has ever produced. It has some awesome photos, footage, and interviews on it and is a ‘highly recommend’ for all fans.”

    Buy the “HART and SOUL” 3-DVD Set from Amazon.com for $17.99

    Funny Bobby Heenan Quote: “Bobby Heenan said that he always slept like a baby in that he woke up every three hours,  wet the bed and cried. There will always be only one ‘Wease.’”

    Young Stars Being Pushed Too Soon? “There is no magical formula or magic wand one can wave over the head of a young wrestler to guarantee their success,” Ross said. “I do know this, the business has to get younger and WWE, at least, is attempting to do that which means they are keeping an eye on their long term growth. No one knows what young talent will or will not make it but if they aren’t given the opportunity it’s obvious that they will never get to the Promised Land. I applaud wrestling promotions for providing opportunity for young wrestlers as no one can accurately and definitively way when some one is ‘ready.’  My theory is to get them fundamentally sound, motivated, and throw them in the game and see if they can play.”

    As always, check out JRsBarBQ.com for Jim Ross’ great line of BBQ products.

  • Jim Ross Blog: Young Stars Getting Pushed, Hart & Soul DVD

    WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has updated his blog at JRsBarBQ.com. Some highlights:

    WWE’s New Hart and Soul DVD: “Several weeks ago I got an advance copy of the new, WWE DVD, ‘Hart and Soul’ and I can easily and honestly say it is one of the better productions that WWE Home Video has ever produced. It has some awesome photos, footage, and interviews on it and is a ‘highly recommend’ for all fans.”

    Buy the “HART and SOUL” 3-DVD Set from Amazon.com for $17.99

    Funny Bobby Heenan Quote: “Bobby Heenan said that he always slept like a baby in that he woke up every three hours,  wet the bed and cried. There will always be only one ‘Wease.’”

    Young Stars Being Pushed Too Soon? “There is no magical formula or magic wand one can wave over the head of a young wrestler to guarantee their success,” Ross said. “I do know this, the business has to get younger and WWE, at least, is attempting to do that which means they are keeping an eye on their long term growth. No one knows what young talent will or will not make it but if they aren’t given the opportunity it’s obvious that they will never get to the Promised Land. I applaud wrestling promotions for providing opportunity for young wrestlers as no one can accurately and definitively way when some one is ‘ready.’  My theory is to get them fundamentally sound, motivated, and throw them in the game and see if they can play.”

    As always, check out JRsBarBQ.com for Jim Ross’ great line of BBQ products.

  • Jeff Hardy vs. Robert Roode Announced For Monday’s iMPACT!

    The following is confirmed for next week’s TNA iMAPCT! – at the new start time of 8pm (ET):

    – In a Leather & Lace Match, new Knockouts Champion Angelina Love faces former tag team partner Velvet Sky of The Beautiful People

    – The Charismatic Enigma” Jeff Hardy will take on Robert Roode of Beer Money, Inc

    – Team 3D challenged The Band’s Scott Hall, Kevin Nash and Sean Waltman .. Will they answer the challenge?

    – Plus, appearances by World Champion AJ Styles, Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, Abyss, The Pope, Desmond Wolfe, Jeff Hardy, Rob Van Dam and more.

    Related News: *Spoilers* TNA iMPACT! Tapings Results For Next Week

  • Jeff Hardy vs. Robert Roode Announced For Monday's iMPACT!

    The following is confirmed for next week’s TNA iMAPCT! – at the new start time of 8pm (ET):

    – In a Leather & Lace Match, new Knockouts Champion Angelina Love faces former tag team partner Velvet Sky of The Beautiful People

    – The Charismatic Enigma” Jeff Hardy will take on Robert Roode of Beer Money, Inc

    – Team 3D challenged The Band’s Scott Hall, Kevin Nash and Sean Waltman .. Will they answer the challenge?

    – Plus, appearances by World Champion AJ Styles, Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, Abyss, The Pope, Desmond Wolfe, Jeff Hardy, Rob Van Dam and more.

    Related News: *Spoilers* TNA iMPACT! Tapings Results For Next Week

  • Paul Heyman Rips Into TNA’s Booking Of Jeff Hardy & RVD

    Last night on Twitter, Paul Heyman went on a rant about the the way TNA has booked Rob Van Dam and Jeff Hardy in recent weeks. Heyman started off by writing:

    “To answer all the questions, I will not be blogging on last night’s TNA Impact. What am I going to say that has not been said already?”

    A minute later, Heyman let it fly:

    “Okay, I can’t resist. How many times can u beat up RVD and Jeff Hardy and not give them a ‘revenge-minded’ interview afterwards? Heels beat up babyfaces. Babyfaces swear revenge. People tune in. Holy s—! The formula is not that f’n complicated, people!”

    “I don’t want any1 to think I am saying I know it all. I DON’T KNOW IT ALL. I still have a lot to learn. I don’t know how to grow hair on top of my head. I don’t know how to get six pack abs.”

    “BUT I KNOW THAT IF A HEEL BEATS UP A POPULAR BABYFACE, THEN BABYFACE NEEDS A CHANCE TO PROMOTE THE TIME AND PLACE OF THE BABYFACE’S REVENGE.”

  • Paul Heyman Rips Into TNA's Booking Of Jeff Hardy & RVD

    Last night on Twitter, Paul Heyman went on a rant about the the way TNA has booked Rob Van Dam and Jeff Hardy in recent weeks. Heyman started off by writing:

    “To answer all the questions, I will not be blogging on last night’s TNA Impact. What am I going to say that has not been said already?”

    A minute later, Heyman let it fly:

    “Okay, I can’t resist. How many times can u beat up RVD and Jeff Hardy and not give them a ‘revenge-minded’ interview afterwards? Heels beat up babyfaces. Babyfaces swear revenge. People tune in. Holy s—! The formula is not that f’n complicated, people!”

    “I don’t want any1 to think I am saying I know it all. I DON’T KNOW IT ALL. I still have a lot to learn. I don’t know how to grow hair on top of my head. I don’t know how to get six pack abs.”

    “BUT I KNOW THAT IF A HEEL BEATS UP A POPULAR BABYFACE, THEN BABYFACE NEEDS A CHANCE TO PROMOTE THE TIME AND PLACE OF THE BABYFACE’S REVENGE.”

  • Maria’s Trashy New Song Title, FCW Name Changes

    – Former WWE Diva Maria’s new album Seven Sins is now available for pre-order on iTunes. Maria wrote on Twitter this week that one of the songs on her album is titled “Change Your Mind Between My Thighs.” The music video for that one should be good. “Change Your Mind Between My Thighs” has been playing on Playboy’s satellite radio station.

    Related: Listen To Maria’s First Single “Fantasy” (MP3)

    – Below are some of the latest name changes from WWE developmental territory, Florida Championship Wrestling:

    • Dr. Lamar Braxton Porter of WXW is now known as Cable Jones
    • Sarona Snuka is now being called Tamina
    • Former All Japan star Joe Doering is now known as Drake Brewer
    • The former Incognito is now known as Hunico
    • The former Ray Leppan and Damien Duke is now called Leo Kruger
    • Former OVW star Asher Knight is now known as Rudy Parker

    Visit FCWWrestling.com to check out WWE’s developmental talent roster.

  • Maria's Trashy New Song Title, FCW Name Changes

    – Former WWE Diva Maria’s new album Seven Sins is now available for pre-order on iTunes. Maria wrote on Twitter this week that one of the songs on her album is titled “Change Your Mind Between My Thighs.” The music video for that one should be good. “Change Your Mind Between My Thighs” has been playing on Playboy’s satellite radio station.

    Related: Listen To Maria’s First Single “Fantasy” (MP3)

    – Below are some of the latest name changes from WWE developmental territory, Florida Championship Wrestling:

    • Dr. Lamar Braxton Porter of WXW is now known as Cable Jones
    • Sarona Snuka is now being called Tamina
    • Former All Japan star Joe Doering is now known as Drake Brewer
    • The former Incognito is now known as Hunico
    • The former Ray Leppan and Damien Duke is now called Leo Kruger
    • Former OVW star Asher Knight is now known as Rudy Parker

    Visit FCWWrestling.com to check out WWE’s developmental talent roster.

  • RATINGS Are In For WWE RAW & TNA iMPACT! (4/5)

    The ratings are in for the April 5, 2010 episodes of WWE RAW & TNA iMPACT!.

    WWE RAW drew a 3.2 cable rating, down a lot from last week’s strong 3.7.

    TNA iMPACT! did a 0.9 rating cable rating, up from last week’s aweful 0.6.

    By comparison, NCAA championship basketball game earned its highest television rating since 2005, with a 14.2 fast national rating and 23 share. That’s up 31 percent from the 10.8/18 for North Carolina’s blowout win over Michigan State last year.

  • RATINGS Are In For WWE RAW & TNA iMPACT! (4/5)

    The ratings are in for the April 5, 2010 episodes of WWE RAW & TNA iMPACT!.

    WWE RAW drew a 3.2 cable rating, down a lot from last week’s strong 3.7.

    TNA iMPACT! did a 0.9 rating cable rating, up from last week’s aweful 0.6.

    By comparison, NCAA championship basketball game earned its highest television rating since 2005, with a 14.2 fast national rating and 23 share. That’s up 31 percent from the 10.8/18 for North Carolina’s blowout win over Michigan State last year.

  • Jeff Jarrett & Karen Angle Engaged To Be Married

    Karen Angle, ex-wife of TNA star Kurt Angle, has announced on her Facebook page that she and Jeff Jarrett are engaged to be married. No details yet about whether the couple has set a date.

    Karen Angle made her debut with TNA back in 2007 and was with the company for about a year. Kurt and Karen were divorced in mid-2008. In July 2009, an anonymous TNA employee called into the Bubba The Love Sponge radio show to reveal that Karen and Jeff Jarrett were living together at Jarrett’s home in Nashville, TN. TNA President Dixie Carter subsequently sent Jarrett home for several months following that incident.

    While this may seem like another crazy twist in the Kurt-Karen-Jeff love triangle, Kurt Angle is said to be on good terms with Karen and Jeff.

  • Jeff Jarrett & Karen Angle Engaged To Be Married

    Karen Angle, ex-wife of TNA star Kurt Angle, has announced on her Facebook page that she and Jeff Jarrett are engaged to be married. No details yet about whether the couple has set a date.

    Karen Angle made her debut with TNA back in 2007 and was with the company for about a year. Kurt and Karen were divorced in mid-2008. In July 2009, an anonymous TNA employee called into the Bubba The Love Sponge radio show to reveal that Karen and Jeff Jarrett were living together at Jarrett’s home in Nashville, TN. TNA President Dixie Carter subsequently sent Jarrett home for several months following that incident.

    While this may seem like another crazy twist in the Kurt-Karen-Jeff love triangle, Kurt Angle is said to be on good terms with Karen and Jeff.

  • WWE Touring Europe For 2 Weeks, Tonight’s Tapings

    – WWE will be at the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois tonight taping tonight’s NXT, matches for Thursday’s Superstars and of course, Friday’s SmackDown broadcast. We’ll have SmackDown spoilers later tonight, so check back for those.

    – WWE is headed overseas this week for a two week European tour that kicks off this Wednesday night in Vienna, Austria. Next week’s RAW will be taped earlier in the day from the United Kingdom. For more on WWE’s WrestleMania Revenge European tour, visit WWE.com.

    – Reader Dillon James sent in word that Ohio Valley Wrestling star Andrew Lacroix was shown hanging out backstage during last night’s RAW when Randy Orton was shown walking to the ring to face Jack Swagger.

    – The following matches were taped before last night’s RAW for Thursday’s episode of WWE Superstars:

    • Evan Bourne and Yoshi Tatsu vs. Chavo Guerrero and Zack Ryder.
    • MVP vs.  Carlito.

  • WWE Touring Europe For 2 Weeks, Tonight's Tapings

    – WWE will be at the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois tonight taping tonight’s NXT, matches for Thursday’s Superstars and of course, Friday’s SmackDown broadcast. We’ll have SmackDown spoilers later tonight, so check back for those.

    – WWE is headed overseas this week for a two week European tour that kicks off this Wednesday night in Vienna, Austria. Next week’s RAW will be taped earlier in the day from the United Kingdom. For more on WWE’s WrestleMania Revenge European tour, visit WWE.com.

    – Reader Dillon James sent in word that Ohio Valley Wrestling star Andrew Lacroix was shown hanging out backstage during last night’s RAW when Randy Orton was shown walking to the ring to face Jack Swagger.

    – The following matches were taped before last night’s RAW for Thursday’s episode of WWE Superstars:

    • Evan Bourne and Yoshi Tatsu vs. Chavo Guerrero and Zack Ryder.
    • MVP vs.  Carlito.