– El Rey Network executives are said to be very satisfied with Lucha Underground’s viewership. The network was recently added to Dish Network and the Sling TV streaming service, so their exposure continues to grow.
The feeling within Lucha Underground is that they need more ex-WWE stars on the show so they can have familiar names to help build their viewership. That said, there are some who are against bringing in ‘establish names’ unless they can work the lucha style.
– Lucha Underground is considering touring Hispanic markets on the west coat.
– WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross’ agent Barry Bloom is once again in talks with Lucha Underground about JR working for the promotion.
– Former WWE Divas Torrie Wilson and Lisa Marie Varon were backstage at the February 7th Lucha Underground tapings. Varon has talked about being interested in working for the promotion. She recently moved from Chicago to California.
– AAA World Heavyweight champion Alberto El Patron missed the recent Lucha Underground tapings because he was on vacation.
– Former WWE Superstar Shawn Daivari debuted at the recent Lucha Underground tapings. He is feuding with El Texano Jr.