The Latest on WWE Signing Indy Talent
In an update to the developing story of WWE looking to sign independent talent, The Wrestling Observer is reporting that the following top indy names are currently undergoing medical evaluations for WWE in hopes of landing a deal:
Mike Bennett
Samurai del Sol
Shaun Ricker
Sami Callihan
Former WWE Executive Hired by CBS
The Hollywood Reporter is reporting that former Senior Vice President of Creative and Development, Eric Pankowski, has been hired by CBS TV Distribution to be the new Senior Vice President of Programming and Development. Pankowski will oversee current CBS shows and create and develop new first-run programs.
Sheamus Comments on Strap Match
In response to his Extreme Rules bout being made a stap match, Sheamus posted the following Twitter:
YES! Strap Match V Mark Henry#ExtremeRules. Someone's gonna find out what it's like 2 b tethered 2 a unhinged & vengeful Irishman.
— Sheamus (@WWESheamus) May 9, 2013