Raven: The Untapped Potential for Molding WWE's Next Generation of Superstars
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Raven: The Untapped Potential for Molding WWE's Next Generation of Superstars

Many names come to mind when one thinks of some of the extensive knowledge the previous generation of wrestlers can pass on to the up-and-coming stars of today and tomorrow. In most cases, Dusty Rhodes will be the one to spring to mind immediately. And while almost nobody today could have the same impact as The American Dream on the next crop of superstars, one name that is rarely mentioned but could have a lasting impact is that of Scott Levy, better known to fans worldwide as Raven. Today, we will discuss why Raven could excel in a mentor position at the WWE Performance Center.

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David Schultz: The Man Behind the Slap Heard Round the World
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David Schultz: The Man Behind the Slap Heard Round the World

David Schultz is a straight shooter, and at his core, a simple man. His story, however, is one of the most compelling studies of the unreal world of pro wrestling. Some may say he was the ultimate martyr and a victim of injustice. Others may see him as unhinged and primitive. What’s certain is that David Schultz's entire wrestling career is for better or worse, defined by a single incident.

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Reimagined: SummerSlam 2003
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Reimagined: SummerSlam 2003

Reimagining WWE SummerSlam 2003: A robust card featuring more impactful matches and a new main event. Check out our version of the classic event.

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Nathan Jones: Too Much, Too Soon
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Nathan Jones: Too Much, Too Soon

From armed robberies to a WWE contract, Nathan Jones' story is one of redemption. But despite his towering size and intimidating presence, Jones' run in the WWE was underwhelming. Discover the story of "The Colossus of Boggo Road," his swift exit from professional wrestling and newfound career in acting.

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Bobby Heenan In WCW: "The worst six years of my life"
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Bobby Heenan In WCW: "The worst six years of my life"

Bobby Heenan joined WCW for financial reasons and proximity to home, but The Brain considered this tenure the most challenging six years of his professional career. Comparing WCW to a chaotic circus with minimal communication and a lack of camaraderie among colleagues, learn more about Bobby's WCW experience.

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Reimagined: What If The Midnight Express Had Gone To WWF?
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Reimagined: What If The Midnight Express Had Gone To WWF?

Jim Cornette has said that The Midnight Express flirted with going to the WWF in the late 80s. They even went so far as to attend a meeting with Vince McMahon but ultimately decided not to sign. In this reimagining, we create a scenario in which what many consider one of the great teams of all time wrestled for the premiere company. This scenario begins in January 1988, after The Midnight signed a 3-year deal with the WWF.

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Overlooked Feuds - Dean Malenko vs. Ultimo Dragon
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Overlooked Feuds - Dean Malenko vs. Ultimo Dragon

Amid WCW's 1996-1997 dominance, overshadowed by the New World Order and the rise of the cruiserweight division, lies a hidden gem: the intense rivalry between Dean Malenko and Ultimo Dragon. Dive into the history of these two legends and uncover how their feud shaped the future of professional wrestling.

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Barely Legal: ECW's First PPV 
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Barely Legal: ECW's First PPV 

The inaugural ECW Pay Per View was Barely Legal on April 13, 1997. With its origins in Joel Goodhart's Tri-State Wrestling, ECW would morph from Eastern Championship Wrestling to the more defined and shambolic Extreme Championship Wrestling. Barely Legal was significant for the company and the wrestling business. Most fans and insiders considered ECW the 3rd most pertinent promotion in North America in the 90s. The announcement of its first PPV seemed to indicate that ECW had arrived. 

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