— Those close to Matt Hardy say he is hopeful to be officially released from World Wrestling Entertainment this week, reports www.f4wonline.com. Furthermore, it has been indicated that WWE officials will be making a decision regarding Hardy’s future with the organization within the next few days.
— Regarding the status of the Unified Divas Championship, Michelle McCool noted while on commentary during this week’s RAW that SmackDown! consultant Vickie Guerrero wrote into Lay-Cool’s contracts that both she and Layla are co-holders of the newly launched belt. Thus, both Divas are able to defend the title. However, the WWE website officially recognizes McCool as the Unified Divas Champion.
— Two Raw bouts were taped Monday in Indianapolis for Thursday’s episode of WWE Superstars on WGN America:
* The Bella Twins vs. Alicia Fox & Jillian
* Goldust vs. William Regal
— WWE returns to the Mayo Civic Center in Rochester, Minnesota on Saturday, February 5, 2011. (Thanks to Devin Cutting)
