Pictures have surfaced online of former WWE & WCW champion “Psycho” Sid Vicious sporting a new look ..

Sid has talked about wanting to return to the national wrestling scene. It was recently reported that Scott Hall is pushing TNA to sign Sid. Hall and Sid become close friends last year while working together on independent the independent scene. The duo posted videos on YouTube.com “shooting” on the wrestling business. Sid’s son Gunnar made his wrestling debut last summer partnering wth Scott Hall in a tag match.

Sid worked with Hogan, Bischoff and countless other WCW castoffs nearly a decade ago. With all the “fresh” (not fresh) faces showing up on iMPACT! the past two weeks, it could happen.

It’s also worth noting that Sid’s official MySpace page recently had a TNA logo on it.

Pictures have surfaced online of former WWE & WCW champion “Psycho” Sid Vicious sporting a new look ..

Sid has talked about wanting to return to the national wrestling scene. It was recently reported that Scott Hall is pushing TNA to sign Sid. Hall and Sid become close friends last year while working together on independent the independent scene. The duo posted videos on YouTube.com “shooting” on the wrestling business. Sid’s son Gunnar made his wrestling debut last summer partnering wth Scott Hall in a tag match.

Sid worked with Hogan, Bischoff and countless other WCW castoffs nearly a decade ago. With all the “fresh” (not fresh) faces showing up on iMPACT! the past two weeks, it could happen.

It’s also worth noting that Sid’s official MySpace page recently had a TNA logo on it.

TNA X-Division star Frankie “Suicide” Kazarian and TNA Knockout Tracy Brooks were married earlier this month.

Several other TNA personalities were in attendence .. Check out these pictures of the happy couple:

TNA X-Division star Frankie “Suicide” Kazarian and TNA Knockout Tracy Brooks were married earlier this month.

Several other TNA personalities were in attendence .. Check out these pictures of the happy couple:

TNA president Dixie Carter posted a message on Twitter stating that she and Hulk Hogan met with Spike TV president Kevin Kay on Thursday night. Carter wrote:

“In LA for the TV Critics Conference. Just got back from dinner w/Hogan & Kevin Kay Pres. of Spike. Very exciting talks. Stay tuned.”

In an interview that took place prior to TNA’s live Monday special on January 4th, Spike TV president Kevin Kay said the network was willing to move iMPACT! to Monday nights on a permanent basis if that show was successful – which it clearly was.

Another good sign for TNA and wrestling fans everywhere.

TNA president Dixie Carter posted a message on Twitter stating that she and Hulk Hogan met with Spike TV president Kevin Kay on Thursday night. Carter wrote:

“In LA for the TV Critics Conference. Just got back from dinner w/Hogan & Kevin Kay Pres. of Spike. Very exciting talks. Stay tuned.”

In an interview that took place prior to TNA’s live Monday special on January 4th, Spike TV president Kevin Kay said the network was willing to move iMPACT! to Monday nights on a permanent basis if that show was successful – which it clearly was.

Another good sign for TNA and wrestling fans everywhere.

— WWE Diva Maria tells the U.K. Sun that he’s already looking to pursue otheropportunities beyond WWE so she can settle down and start a family. “I’m starting to do other things and it’s partially because one day I want to be a mom and I want to get married and you can’t really do that when you’re on the road,” Maria told Sky Sports News on a U.K. promotional tour this week. “So I’ve got to find a job that will allow me to do that.” Maria, who will appear with former WWE & WCW champion Bill Goldberg on the upcoming “Celebrity Apprentice” show hosted by Donald Trump, is following in the footsteps of Mickie James and is also releasing an album this spring. “I’ve been with WWE for five years, so I don’t know when is going to be the end,” she said. “But I am looking at outside projects right now and doing other things..”

– Former WWE star Ken “Kenny Dykstra” Doannwill be will a cast member of the Seducing Cindy reality series that debuts on 1/30 on FOX Reality. The premise of the series:

She set world records, made hearts race with her Playboy cover at age 40, and now American icon Cindy Margolis is making the ultimate fantasy come true for her most devoted fans in the steamiest reality dating show ever.

Over the course of eight, one-hour episodes, Cindy will open herself up to romance with men of all ages and from all walks of life in an effort to find her ultimate soul mate. Cindy’s suitors will offer her true variety and tough choices as they battle through competitive tasks and fight for her affection and a coveted garter belt off of her leg, signifying a chance to stay on Cindy’s list of potential mates.

Looks like  winner.

— WWE Diva Maria tells the U.K. Sun that he’s already looking to pursue otheropportunities beyond WWE so she can settle down and start a family. “I’m starting to do other things and it’s partially because one day I want to be a mom and I want to get married and you can’t really do that when you’re on the road,” Maria told Sky Sports News on a U.K. promotional tour this week. “So I’ve got to find a job that will allow me to do that.” Maria, who will appear with former WWE & WCW champion Bill Goldberg on the upcoming “Celebrity Apprentice” show hosted by Donald Trump, is following in the footsteps of Mickie James and is also releasing an album this spring. “I’ve been with WWE for five years, so I don’t know when is going to be the end,” she said. “But I am looking at outside projects right now and doing other things..”

– Former WWE star Ken “Kenny Dykstra” Doannwill be will a cast member of the Seducing Cindy reality series that debuts on 1/30 on FOX Reality. The premise of the series:

She set world records, made hearts race with her Playboy cover at age 40, and now American icon Cindy Margolis is making the ultimate fantasy come true for her most devoted fans in the steamiest reality dating show ever.

Over the course of eight, one-hour episodes, Cindy will open herself up to romance with men of all ages and from all walks of life in an effort to find her ultimate soul mate. Cindy’s suitors will offer her true variety and tough choices as they battle through competitive tasks and fight for her affection and a coveted garter belt off of her leg, signifying a chance to stay on Cindy’s list of potential mates.

Looks like  winner.

Former WWE performer Ken “Mr. Kennedy” Anderson (a/k/a Mr. Kennedy) is coming to TNA. According to sources within the company, he’s expected to debut within the next week.

Anderson could very well debut at Sunday’s Genesis as the ‘Major Acquisition’ TNA hyped on iMPACT! this week.

As of this week there were plans to debut Anderson at Genesis, but his debut could come at the following evening’s television tapings.

Either way, he’s coming.

Former WWE performer Ken “Mr. Kennedy” Anderson (a/k/a Mr. Kennedy) is coming to TNA. According to sources within the company, he’s expected to debut within the next week.

Anderson could very well debut at Sunday’s Genesis as the ‘Major Acquisition’ TNA hyped on iMPACT! this week.

As of this week there were plans to debut Anderson at Genesis, but his debut could come at the following evening’s television tapings.

Either way, he’s coming.

– Following reports that Spike TV was very happy with TNA’s ratings performance against WWE RAW on January 4th, another live Monday iMPACT is being planned for March. March 1st and March 8th are the two dates Spike is considering.  Regarding going live permanently, everyone expects it to happen this year.

– Spike TV played a big part in TNA bringing Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff in. Spike reportedly earmarked money and helped out with the contracts as they have done in the past with other major TNA signings such Kurt Angle, Sting and Mick Foley. Spike executives Kevin Kay and Brian Diamond are firmly behind Hulk Hogan and his importance to TNA when they ultimately look to challenge RAW on Monday nights week after week.

– Scott Hall and Hulk Hogan were  in noticeable pain after last Tuesday’s iMPACT tapings. Hallw was having hard time getting around after the show. Some were surprised that Hogan was able to jog backstage at the end of Monday’s show because he was struggling to get around backstage so much.

– As noted before, Sean Waltman had some heat on him after showing up late to the iMPACT tapings last Tuesday. Waltman told TNA officials that he was battling a stomach flu on Monday, but many were skeptical about Waltman’s excuse because of his track record.  TNA is counting on Waltman to take the majority of bumps for Scott Hall and Kevin Nash, just as he did in the nWo days.

(Credit to Wrestling Observer Newsletter & prowrestling.net)

TNA Genesis: This Sunday night

Below is the final card for this Sunday’s TNA Genesis pay-per-view.

Note that TNA has confirmed that a “major acquisition” will make his debut at the show.

TNA World Heavyweight Title Match
Kurt Angle vs. AJ Styles
* Angle’s Last Shot at AJ’s World Title in 2010

TNA World Tag Team Title Match
Matt Morgan & Hernandez vs. The British Invasion

TNA Knockouts Title Match – Best of 3 Falls
Tara vs. ODB

TNA X Division Title Match
Amazing Red vs. Opponent to be Announced That Night

Scott Hall & Kevin Nash vs. Beer Money

Bobby Lashley vs. Abyss

Sean Morley vs. Daniels

Desmond Wolfe vs. The Pope

TNA Genesis: This Sunday night

Below is the final card for this Sunday’s TNA Genesis pay-per-view.

Note that TNA has confirmed that a “major acquisition” will make his debut at the show.

TNA World Heavyweight Title Match
Kurt Angle vs. AJ Styles
* Angle’s Last Shot at AJ’s World Title in 2010

TNA World Tag Team Title Match
Matt Morgan & Hernandez vs. The British Invasion

TNA Knockouts Title Match – Best of 3 Falls
Tara vs. ODB

TNA X Division Title Match
Amazing Red vs. Opponent to be Announced That Night

Scott Hall & Kevin Nash vs. Beer Money

Bobby Lashley vs. Abyss

Sean Morley vs. Daniels

Desmond Wolfe vs. The Pope

Bret Hart first contacted WWE in February of 2009 to let them know that he was open to returning for a storyline. Hart’s girlfriend was going to school in Calgary and he would be based out of Calgary for a few years instead of Hawaii, where he had been. Bret was getting bored with retirement and thought of getting back into wrestling.

Bret notes that there were times when WWE seemed interested and other times when they really didn’t seem interested in his return at all. He told them a few times that if they weren’t that interested, he was fine with that and then he would always hear immediately back from them with interest. Talks for this year’s WrestleMania angle got serious last September.

There is a storyline in place through WrestleMania between Hart and Vince McMahon with hope for some sort of street fight or at least a showdown between the two at WrestleMania. Due to concussions from the past and his stroke in 2002, Hart is very limited to what he can do in the ring. He can’t take a traditional flat back bump. Obviously challenges like these could affect what happens between Bret and Vince. The original script for the RAW angle a few weeks back was for Vince to slap Bret in the face. Because of the concussion issue, they changed it to a kick in the stomach. It actually ended up being a kick to the groin from Vince, a miscue that Bret felt made the segment better.

Both Bret and WWE have laid out the basic details of the storyline and agreed on them. Each side has veto power regarding minor details. Hart is scheduled to return at next week’s RAW and is scheduled to be a regular on RAW through February. Bret’s contract with WWE is for through April and is only for this storyline. Bret is said to be open to ideas if WWE is interested in using him past that point and is open to signing a longer contract. If no contract would be offered, he is still open to appearing on the occasional show for the next few years while he’s mostly based out of Calgary.

Other sources report that revealing Bret’s stroke from 2002 in the storyline has been talked about. Apparently it will be a significant part of the angle at some point. Bret’s concussion issue is less likely to be brought up because it’s such a sensitive issue right now.

On the plane trip from Hawaii to RAW, Bret’s sciatic nerve in his lower back was acting up badly, causing concern that he would be limping to the ring. Bret rested after the trip and was pain free by the time RAW came on Monday night.

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

Bret Hart first contacted WWE in February of 2009 to let them know that he was open to returning for a storyline. Hart’s girlfriend was going to school in Calgary and he would be based out of Calgary for a few years instead of Hawaii, where he had been. Bret was getting bored with retirement and thought of getting back into wrestling.

Bret notes that there were times when WWE seemed interested and other times when they really didn’t seem interested in his return at all. He told them a few times that if they weren’t that interested, he was fine with that and then he would always hear immediately back from them with interest. Talks for this year’s WrestleMania angle got serious last September.

There is a storyline in place through WrestleMania between Hart and Vince McMahon with hope for some sort of street fight or at least a showdown between the two at WrestleMania. Due to concussions from the past and his stroke in 2002, Hart is very limited to what he can do in the ring. He can’t take a traditional flat back bump. Obviously challenges like these could affect what happens between Bret and Vince. The original script for the RAW angle a few weeks back was for Vince to slap Bret in the face. Because of the concussion issue, they changed it to a kick in the stomach. It actually ended up being a kick to the groin from Vince, a miscue that Bret felt made the segment better.

Both Bret and WWE have laid out the basic details of the storyline and agreed on them. Each side has veto power regarding minor details. Hart is scheduled to return at next week’s RAW and is scheduled to be a regular on RAW through February. Bret’s contract with WWE is for through April and is only for this storyline. Bret is said to be open to ideas if WWE is interested in using him past that point and is open to signing a longer contract. If no contract would be offered, he is still open to appearing on the occasional show for the next few years while he’s mostly based out of Calgary.

Other sources report that revealing Bret’s stroke from 2002 in the storyline has been talked about. Apparently it will be a significant part of the angle at some point. Bret’s concussion issue is less likely to be brought up because it’s such a sensitive issue right now.

On the plane trip from Hawaii to RAW, Bret’s sciatic nerve in his lower back was acting up badly, causing concern that he would be limping to the ring. Bret rested after the trip and was pain free by the time RAW came on Monday night.

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

John Cena

The word going around WWE is that John Cena is suffering from a back injury.

Reports indicate that Cena is suffering from a few bulging discs, which can be very painful and might require surgery.

Not much more is known about the injury at this time and the severity is hard to assess.

Nonetheless, it does appear that Cena’s condition is the reason Cena will not be wrestling WWE Champion Sheamus at the Royal Rumble.

Eric Bischoff

Eric Bischoff spoke to Alez Marvez of ScrippsNews.com about his new business partnership and on-air  and  Here are some highlights:

Why He Joined TNA: “It was the combination of a lot of things,” Bischoff said of his TNA interest. “Most of all, I like Dixie. She has a lot of integrity and I like to be in business with people like that. Secondly, I saw an opportunity. The way we have our deal structured is great for Bischoff-Hervey Entertainment. And this provided me with a chance to get back into a business I love. I believe a creative person who has a certain feel for this business can change the fortunes of this company in a good way.”

His Strategy To Make TNA #1: “No matter what people have said or written about me, I know what I accomplished changed the business and had a positive impact. I also made a lot of mistakes and have the scar tissue to prove it. I’m going to try and repeat the good stuff and avoid the bad stuff.”

His Relationship With Vince McMahon: “I have a tremendous respect for Vince and, in a perverse way, I like him. But at the end of the day, I think I’m better than him. I’m more creative than him and have a better feel for the business.” Bichoff laughed, “It’s just that he happens to be a lot more successful than I am.”

Eric Bischoff

Eric Bischoff spoke to Alez Marvez of ScrippsNews.com about his new business partnership and on-air  and  Here are some highlights:

Why He Joined TNA: “It was the combination of a lot of things,” Bischoff said of his TNA interest. “Most of all, I like Dixie. She has a lot of integrity and I like to be in business with people like that. Secondly, I saw an opportunity. The way we have our deal structured is great for Bischoff-Hervey Entertainment. And this provided me with a chance to get back into a business I love. I believe a creative person who has a certain feel for this business can change the fortunes of this company in a good way.”

His Strategy To Make TNA #1: “No matter what people have said or written about me, I know what I accomplished changed the business and had a positive impact. I also made a lot of mistakes and have the scar tissue to prove it. I’m going to try and repeat the good stuff and avoid the bad stuff.”

His Relationship With Vince McMahon: “I have a tremendous respect for Vince and, in a perverse way, I like him. But at the end of the day, I think I’m better than him. I’m more creative than him and have a better feel for the business.” Bichoff laughed, “It’s just that he happens to be a lot more successful than I am.”

TNA writer Vince Russo has posted a message on his Facebook page calling out “dirt sheet” writers for over analyzing his every move.

“I want to thank those dirt sheet writers for analyzing my every syllable … As far as watching our competition, before Russo and Ferrara came to WWF, VINCE McMAHON thought ECW was a protein supplement. Let me translate that for the analyzers–Vince McMahon NEVER WATCHED ECW, WCW, or any of his competition. I imagine he watches ECW now, only because he has no choice–he owns it.

Now, in order for you guys to have fodder for your afternoon columns, blogs and tweets, the Creative Team is going out to eat Gyros for lunch.

Analyze that for the next three days.”

TNA writer Vince Russo has posted a message on his Facebook page calling out “dirt sheet” writers for over analyzing his every move.

“I want to thank those dirt sheet writers for analyzing my every syllable … As far as watching our competition, before Russo and Ferrara came to WWF, VINCE McMAHON thought ECW was a protein supplement. Let me translate that for the analyzers–Vince McMahon NEVER WATCHED ECW, WCW, or any of his competition. I imagine he watches ECW now, only because he has no choice–he owns it.

Now, in order for you guys to have fodder for your afternoon columns, blogs and tweets, the Creative Team is going out to eat Gyros for lunch.

Analyze that for the next three days.”

Mike Tyson shows he's still got that knockout punch

WWE’s website has a video of Mike Tyson talking about what hosting WWE RAW meant to him.

The boxing legend talked about being a wrestling fan his entire life and said former WWWF champion Bruno Sammartino is a longtime hero of his.

Tyson says he owes Vince McMahon his life and got emotional when thanking McMahon for allowing him to have a moment in the ring with his son on RAW.

To see the footage, click here.

World Wrestling Entertainment parted ways with a confirmed total of fifty-seven “name” individuals in 2009 — twenty-seven performers from the main roster, eighteen wrestlers from developmental, as well as twelve “name” personnel. This is up one from the previous year.If the past few years are any indication, you can expect at least fifty more departures from WWE by this time next year as 2009 marked the fourth consecutive year in which over fifty “name” individuals parted ways with the company.

Here is the complete list of WWE departures from last year:

2009 Main WWE Roster Departures

» Bam Neely – released on January 9, 2009
» Boogeyman – released on March 4, 2009
» Candice Michelle – released on June 19, 2009
» D-Lo Brown – released on January 9, 2009
» Eugene – released on August 14, 2009
» Gavin Spears – released on January 9, 2009
» “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan – departed on October 3, 2009
» Hardcore Holly – released on January 16, 2009
» Jeff Hardy – departed on August 25, 2009
» John “Bradshaw” Layfield – departed on April 5, 2009
» Kizarny – released on March 9, 2009
» Lauren Mayhew – departed on November 24, 2009
» Lilian Garcia – departed on September 21, 2009
» Manu – released on February 23, 2009
» Mike Adamle – departed in January 2009
» Mr. Kennedy – released on May 29, 2009
» Ricky Ortiz – released on August 8, 2009
» Ron Simmons – released on January 13, 2009
» Ryan Braddock – released on March 8, 2009
» Scotty Goldman – released on February 20, 2009
» Sim Snuka – released on June 19, 2009
» Tazz – parted ways on April 3, 2009
» The Brian Kendrick – released on July 30, 2009
» Umaga – released on June 8, 2009
» Val Venis – released on January 9, 2009
» Vickie Guerrero – departed on June 8, 2009 (returned on September 29, 2009)
» Victoria – departed on January 13, 2009

2009 WWE Developmental Departures

» Aiden Frost – released on September 12, 2009
» Barry Allen – released on June 4, 2009
» Dylan Klein – departed in December 2009
» Espiral – released on September 12, 2009
» Fletcher Chase – released on September 12, 2009
» Hade Vansen – released on January 9, 2009
» Jon Cutler – released on June 4, 2009
» Joseph Canterbury – released on June 4, 2009
» Kafu – released on June 4, 2009
» Kaleb O’Neal – released on March 6, 2009
» Kevin Thorn – released on January 9, 2009
» Kris Logan – released on September 12, 2009
» Lupe Santiago – released on June 4, 2009
» Mike Kruel – released on January 9, 2009
» Saylor James – released on January 2009
» Troy Jackman – released on September 12, 2009
» Tyson Tomko – released in early 2009
» Vic Adams – released on August 2009

2009 WWE Personnel Departures

» Afa Anoa’i, Sr. – released in March 2009
» Freddie Prinze, Jr. – departed in February 2009
» Jim Korderas – released on January 9, 2009
» John Carle – released on March 4, 2009
» Kevin Keenan – released on January 9, 2009
» Marty Elias – released in August 2009
» Matt Cappotelli – released on January 9, 2009
» Mickie Henson – released on January 9, 2009
» Mike Posey – released on January 9, 2009
» Sgt. Slaughter – released on January 13, 2009
» “Superstar” Billy Graham – released on April 17, 2009
» Tim White – released on January 9, 2009

WWE’s two week battle with TNA Wrestling and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is over and Monday Night RAW held strong in the cable ratings. RAW went head-to-head on consecutive weeks with special programming on SpikeTV.

Last week (1/4), Bret Hart’s reutrn to WWE RAW helped RAW earn a 3.6 cable rating against TNA’s 1.5 (1.3 for the final 2 hours that challenged RAW).

On Monday (1/11), WWE RAW featuring the return of Mike Tyson saw increased viewership from the previous week, doing a 3.7 rating with 5.5 million viewers. “UFC Fight Night 20” on Spike TV earned a 1.2 rating with an average of 1.7 million viewers.The show peaked with 2 million viewers for the Gray Maynard vs. Nate Diaz main event.

In the end, it looks like good news for all parties involved. WWE RAW did above-average viewership both weeks – while at the same time, TNA and UFC both drew healthy audiences.

Jim Ross has posted his latest blog entry at JRsBarBQ.com. Some highlights:

Cornette Blasting WWE & TNA Recently;Jim Cornette is in the news a great deal here lately with his “stinging” comments about the wrestling biz in general. I’ve known JC for over 25 years and over that length of time I’ve discovered that most folks either really like Corney or they really dislike him. He is outspoken and controversial which are two of the traits that made him one of the greatest, wrestling managers to ever live. Plus he likes to create controversy as it creates traffic for his website, JimCornette.com. I have not always agreed 100% with some of Jim’s assessments but I have never doubted for one second his passion and love of the business. Ring of Honor is fortunate to have Cornette on their team.

Wrestling at 60: Wrestlers over 60 who I can recall still being good at that age obviously include Jerry Lawler and Ric Flair but let’s not forget that Lou Thesz was still a solid hand when he was north of 60. I don’t recommend every wrestler performing when they reach the age of 60, obviously, but a few guys have been able to pull it off on occasion especially “Naitch” and the King. Several men have returned to the ring in their 60’s for “one off” appearances, more often than not in tag bouts, and many times these “returns” drew good money. It was the 2nd and 3rd “return from retirement” that usually didn’t work so well.

His Favorite Announce Teams: “I loved [Gorilla] Monsoon and [Bobby] Heenan. I could watch and listen to them for hours. Mean Gene Okerlund and “The Brain” were also great together on All American Wrestling back in the day. Funny, funny stuff that was largely ad libbed. I thought Tony Schiavone was really good before Atlanta’s WCW sucked the passion out of Tony who had a distinctive voice and a tireless work ethic when we were together in Charlotte and Atlanta. I also felt that Mark Madden could have been a superb analyst if he had been provided a the right opportunity as he was intelligent, very witty and caustic all in a good way. Lance Russell and Dave Brown had the best chemistry of any duo I think ever saw. The Memphis based duo were excellent in their tenure for many, many years.”

Again, visit JRsBarBQ.com a

Jim Ross has posted his latest blog entry at JRsBarBQ.com. Some highlights:

Cornette Blasting WWE & TNA Recently;Jim Cornette is in the news a great deal here lately with his “stinging” comments about the wrestling biz in general. I’ve known JC for over 25 years and over that length of time I’ve discovered that most folks either really like Corney or they really dislike him. He is outspoken and controversial which are two of the traits that made him one of the greatest, wrestling managers to ever live. Plus he likes to create controversy as it creates traffic for his website, JimCornette.com. I have not always agreed 100% with some of Jim’s assessments but I have never doubted for one second his passion and love of the business. Ring of Honor is fortunate to have Cornette on their team.

Wrestling at 60: Wrestlers over 60 who I can recall still being good at that age obviously include Jerry Lawler and Ric Flair but let’s not forget that Lou Thesz was still a solid hand when he was north of 60. I don’t recommend every wrestler performing when they reach the age of 60, obviously, but a few guys have been able to pull it off on occasion especially “Naitch” and the King. Several men have returned to the ring in their 60’s for “one off” appearances, more often than not in tag bouts, and many times these “returns” drew good money. It was the 2nd and 3rd “return from retirement” that usually didn’t work so well.

His Favorite Announce Teams: “I loved [Gorilla] Monsoon and [Bobby] Heenan. I could watch and listen to them for hours. Mean Gene Okerlund and “The Brain” were also great together on All American Wrestling back in the day. Funny, funny stuff that was largely ad libbed. I thought Tony Schiavone was really good before Atlanta’s WCW sucked the passion out of Tony who had a distinctive voice and a tireless work ethic when we were together in Charlotte and Atlanta. I also felt that Mark Madden could have been a superb analyst if he had been provided a the right opportunity as he was intelligent, very witty and caustic all in a good way. Lance Russell and Dave Brown had the best chemistry of any duo I think ever saw. The Memphis based duo were excellent in their tenure for many, many years.”

Again, visit JRsBarBQ.com a