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WWE Biography episodes for Charlotte Flair and Yokozuna are internally listed by A&E as airing on Sunday 3/26. It appears these will be one hour episodes.
As PWInsider reported on 3/2 in the Elite section, Hunter Smallback, a 6'3", 220 lbs. recruit from Florida officially reported to the WWE Performance Center that day. Smallback played defensive end for Stetson University's football team and took part in a WWE tryout in December of last year.
If you are seeking to attend this Tuesday's WWE NXT taping at the Performance Center, click here.
Cody Rhodes, Charlotte Flair and more will be signing tomorrow at the Big Event in Queens, NY in conjunction with Fitterman Sports, who have a deal with WWE for the rights to present WWE talents are large scale autograph signing events.
TMZ picked up the Liv Morgan Internet Meme story.
Author Abraham Riesman discussed their new book Ringmaster: Vince McMahon and the Unmaking of America ahead of its official release on 3/28 with Weschester & Fairfield County Business Journals at this link. I haven't seen this book yet, but Riesman's book on the late Stan Lee of Marvel Comics fame was absolutely excellent.
The Daytona-Beach Journal in Florida presents their list of the five most famous pro wrestlers to live in The Sunshine State.
Kane spoke to FOX News on his upcoming A&E Biography episode.
The St. Louis Cardinals will be hosting a WWE Night when they play The New York Mets on 8/17. With purchase of a special WWE Night tickets, fans will receive a WWE-themed Bobblehead of former MLB player turned Cardinals broadcaster Al Hrabosky.
The Chicago Cubs will host their second annual WWE Night at Wrigley Field on Monday 8/28 when they play The Milwaukee Brewers. Fans who purchase a special WWE Ticket to attendand the game receive a free Clark Hogan Bobblehead, featuring the Cubs' mascot dressed as WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan:
The Cubs' announcement:
Whatcha gonna do, when Clark-a-Mania runs wild on you? On Monday, August 28, we are stepping into the ring with the WWE to celebrate all things sports-entertainment as the Cubs go one on one with the Brewers at Wrigley Field. Don’t miss one of the most electrifying rivalries in all of sports and the opportunity to meet a WWE Superstar who will be on-site to throw out the first pitch! Join us in Gallagher Way pre-game for all sorts of WWE themed activations while the Cubs prepare to lay the Smackdown. Most importantly, we have a WWE Special Ticket Offer – which includes a ticket to the Cubs-Brewers game at Wrigley field and a special-edition Clark Hogan bobblehead, brother. Come out and celebrate with us!
To purchase tickets for a group of 15 or more, please call 773-404-4242 or email cubsgrouptickets@cubs.com to work directly with a Cubs representative.
Last year's WWE Night featured an appearance from Baron Corbin and a WWE Championship belt fanny pack.
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Meanwhile,
The Reading Phillies in PA announced the following:
(Reading, PA) - Hall-of-Fame Wrestler Charles Wright is coming to Baseballtown. Wright, best known as "The Godfather" and "Papa Shango," will be appearing at the R-Phils matchup against the Binghamton Rumble Ponies on Friday, July 28. First pitch is scheduled for 7:00.
There are multiple special ticket packages available for Wright's appearance. For $65, fans will have the opportunity for a pre-game VIP meet and greet with Wright and receive a photo opportunity with him and autograph. In addition, the package includes a limited edition Wright double bobblehead portraying his two most popular characters and seats in either Blue Box or Green Box. The VIP session is scheduled from approximately 5:15 until 6:00.
Fans have the option of just purchasing a limited edition bobblehead and game ticket to the July 28th game for $34 (Blue Box) or $31 (Green Box).
A FREE public autograph session for fans attending the July 28 game will begin at approximately 7:00.
Wright is best known for his tenure in the World Wrestling Foundation during the 1990s and early-2000s. In addition to his Hall-of-Fame accolades, Wright also is a two-time USAW Unified World Heavyweight Champion, Intercontinental Champion and much more.
Packages are available now by visiting: https://www.ticketreturn.com/prod2new/Buy.asp?EventID=333103
The R-Phils are excited to welcome Wright to Reading on July 28. Single-game tickets go on sale in March, but the best way to secure a ticket to this game is by purchasing a mini plan or ticket book. For more details, and to purchase, contact the R-Phils ticket office at 610-370-BALL or by going to rphils.com.
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Thanks to Chris Pierce for passing this along!
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