Posted on May 20, 2003               <<BACK TO NEWSBOARD

Thanks for all the emails asking questions, and leaving your comments on the world of wrestling. We will do this on the site at least once a week from now on. Therefore, send in your guest columns, opinions on wrestling, questions, etc. Here are a few from this week's mailbag: Dave4932: I heard that Sabu's wife was backstage at NWATNA last week, even though Sabu no-showed. What happened to Sabu last week? I have heard stories from him "waking up late", "fell asleep", to "passing out". Whichever was his story, it isnt good for Sabu & TNA. This is the second bad experience he has had with TNA. The fact that his wife was there, shows that he was around. In addition, it is interesting that Sabu would not show up at the arena with his wife, and make her travel alone. Let's see if he's on the show this week. One person that may not on a regular basis anytime soon, is Raven...... =========================================================== Jennifer/Chicago IL: What is the current status of Raven and TNA? The week of Raven's main event match with Jarrett, we broke the story that Raven's contract was up. When Jeremy Borash did not report anything on Raven's contract that Friday, told me that their negotiations with Raven arent going well. Borash surfs the web and sees what is reported. If Raven were signed for an extensive contract, or if he renewed a deal, he would have been all over that story, in order to "Dispel" the rumors. Even though Raven has been so instrumental in their shows, doesnt mean he has a "buddy buddy" relationship with TNA backstage. He wants more money, if he committs to an extended deal with TNA. Since TNA's debut, that's the one problem that sometimes will haunt them...signing wrestlers to one shot deals, or one month contracts. People buzzed online about Schivone and Hacksaw Jim Duggan. Where are they now? Hyping them up like Borash did after their appearance, is a slap in the face for fans. It gives fans the impression they are in TNA for an extended period of time, and not a shot deal. It is hard to follow a particular wrestler, because you dont know if he'll be there the following week(s). Unless you are a fan of Glen Gilberti or Jarrett. =========================================================== Jim/Ohio: Did The Road Warriors sign with WWE? Right now, the LOD is SOL in WWE. They have not signed any deal as of yet. WWE may have them work some house shows to see if their in ring work improves. However, I really dont see them around for the long haul. Its funny though, as we all know of Animal's negative response to the Ultimate Warrior's comments last week on Luger, Elizabeth, and more. My question to all of you: Do you think Animal would have even responded to the article, if he was trying to get a WWE deal? Sorry Animal, brownie points dont get you a job with the WWE. Then again, his brother is Johnny Ace. ============================================================ Matty/NYC: Any updates on Ultimo Dragon's debut? Vignettes. That is probably what we will see first. He should be working house shows within the next 1-2 weeks. Since the next Smackdown PPV isnt for about 2 months, they may build this a while. If they really want to milk the angle, he first match may not be until the PPV in July. ============================================================ Tanis: Does Ultimate Warrior have a website? Yes he does. It's www.UltimateWarrior.com =========================================================== Katie/CA: When is Randy Orton coming back to WWE? Expect him back on TV within the next 2 months. He is still recovering from his injury. ========================================================== egisuew:Who do you think WWE is going to release next? I have been hearing small rumblings going around that A-Train's next stop may be the Unemployment Line. My honest opinion: This is a perfect example of a wrestler that after 5 years, still has not found his niche in wrestling. Unless he turns in a comedy gimmick for fans and gets a good pop with it, he'll be gone soon. Thanks for reading. Anthony DeBlasi Wrestling-News.com Webmaster