TNA Releases Longtime Creative Team Member and Road Agent
By Daniel Pena
source:
www.prowrestling.NET
It has been confirmed that TNA Wrestling cut tenured creative team member Dutch Mantel and road agent Savio Vega this past week.
The releases are said to be no coincidence as Mantel and Vega were both considered allies of Jeff Jarrett. While nothing official has been announced regarding Jarrett's role with TNA, many feel he would be stripped of all power if he were brought back.
According to a well-placed source, additional cuts are in the works, so stay tuned.
Details On The Brian Kendrick's WWE Release
By Brad Ingles
The Brian Kendrick's WWE release was attributed to his attitude and lack of motivation as a performer. It is being said that he did what was asked of him, but carried a negative attitude and gave the impression he did not care for being a wrestler. WWE officials didn't see potential for Kendrick to become a valuable asset for the company and decided to cut their ties with him.
Several WWE sources pointed out that Kendrick was the most frequently fined wrestlers for marijuana use, and it is unclear if that played a role in his firing as the only punishment under the Wellness Policy is a fine.
TNA Signs Former WWE Star
By Brad Ingles
Former WWE star Elijah Burke recently signed with TNA and will make his debut soon under a new ring name. He had a tryout match with TNA a few months ago with former WWE developmental wrestler Shawn Spears, and both received rave reviews by officials.
Burke was released by WWE in October 2008.
Credit: Wrestling Observer Newsletter
How Long Maryse Will Be Out
By Daniel Pena
-- Former WWE Divas Champion Maryse is expected to be out of action for at least three months following knee surgery on Tuesday in Birmingham under Dr. Jeffrey Dugas at Dr. James Andrews' Alabama Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center. (source:
www.f4wonline.com)