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DISCLAIMER: The below press release was written by me. Vince McMahon is perfectly fine!
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More to come...
November 27th, 2012: Vince McMahon in intensive care
The pro-wrestling world has gone into shock today following the news that Vince McMahon has suffered a series of heart attacks. While there is no word yet on the severity of the situation, it can be confirmed that the 67 year old chairman & CEO of the WWE has been rushed to Johns Hopkins Hospital where he has been placed into a medically induced coma.
A source close to the McMahon family has said they were "shocked, but cautiously optimistic".
"Vince McMahon is a fighter, always has been," said one family friend, "He can beat this".
While the wrestling community is obviously stunned by the news and sends their combined hopes and prayers to Vince and the entire McMahon family at this time, the internet is also abuzz with discussion as to the ramifications of this latest development.
McMahon, a man notoriously hard to wrest power from, is said to have left the company in a worrying state of disarray. His habit of keeping booking plans close to his chest and exercising sometimes excessive levels of creative control are notorious, and in his absence it is said that the writing team is scrambling to come up with plans for tomorrow night's Raw as well as upcoming PPVs.
"There's no word yet on how long he'll be out of action," stated one anonymous writer, "So it's chaos here as we all try to ensure that the show goes on. It's what Vince would have wanted".
It is believed that Paul Levesque (better known as Triple H) will take over the role of head of creative. His wife, McMahon's daughter Stephanie, is said to be reluctant to return to a full time creative role due to her commitment to her young family. Shane McMahon, the other McMahon child, left the company several years ago and has been unreachable for comment.
The wrestling world has been turned on its head by the news; but one thing is certain: the show will go on and there are interesting times ahead.
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November 29th, 2012
While Vince McMahon remains in a medically induced coma at Johns Hopkins Hospital in New York, PW Insider can exclusively report that Triple H and the WWE team have not been idle in his absence.
Far from it, some have gone so far as to criticize Levesque's recent actions as a 'power grab', as the former multiple time WWE champion has been very active in scouting and signing talent from around the globe.
"While the cat's away, the mice will play," joked one WWE insider, "Paul (Levesque) has his own vision for this place and he is making good on his opportunity".
Some of the more recognizable names on Triple H's much discussed 'shopping list' include:
- Former WWE stars Paul Burchill, Monty Brown (Marcus cor Van), Amazing Kong, and John Morrison.
- Notable WWE alumni being called in for upcoming editions of Raw include Kevin Nash, Roddy Piper, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Adam 'Edge' Copeland, and Mick Foley.
- TNA talents Nick Aldis (better known as Magnus), Chris Parks (better known as Abyss), Shiima Ion (better known as Zema Ion), ODB, and Samoa Joe have allegedly been approached by representatives from the WWE.
- Independent stars such as Jimmy Jacobs, Adam Cole, Colt Cabana, Davey Richards, El Generico, Genki Horiguchi, Johnny Gargano, Kevin Steen, and Matt & Nick Cross allegedly lead a lengthy list of development talents being scouted.
- Former TNA talents Lacey von Erich, Velvet Sky, and Angelina Love have been approached by Dave 'Fit' Finlay as part of a revamped Diva's Division.
"Triple H is very much an old school booker," stated our anonymous source, "He has been strongly behind the revamped tag division and it's said he would like to see women's wrestling and cruiserweight wrestling being looked at as other revenue earners".
Some insiders have reported that Saturday Morning Slam may be reimagined as a cruiserweight/lucha style show with masked characters, comedy characters, and other kid friendly stars. The likes of Santino Marella, Hornswoggle, and Zack Ryder have been touted as potentially stars.
It can also be confirmed that the WWE have discussed a return to the brand split concept, as well as discussing a potential change away from 'gimmick specific pay-per-views.
"Paul is keen to resurrect the King of the Ring tournament," one excited writer confirmed, "And we've discussed a move away from the excessively PG material into something of a middle ground between child friendly and the over the top sexism of the Attitude Era".
More to come...
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