ADR Not Expected to Return to WWE; Possibly TNA Bound?

[Papa Shango]

The way I remember it, Rey didn't start getting boos until after he won and was then forced to job out to Kane, Mark Henry and The Great Khali.

And if you're going to claim that you've never seen a single great Rey Mysterio match, then I'm going to assume that either A) You've never even seen a wrestling match from before 2010. B) You're flat out lying in a weak attempt to reinforce your poorly argued opinion on this issue, or C) You've never seen ANY wrestling match because you are literally blind.

Never seen a truly great Rey Mysterio match, my ass. Hell, you're basically saying that ADR has never had a truly great match, seeing as most of the only truly great ADR matches nearly all involved Rey Mysterio.

 

[TDFG]

TNA has recently signed Moose & Aaron Rex which adds depth to the single roster, would ADR provide value for money for TNA considering he would probably be asking to be the highest earner on the roster, I don't he would be worth it.

 

[Papa Shango]

TNA has recently signed Moose & Aaron Rex which adds depth to the single roster, would ADR provide value for money for TNA considering he would probably be asking to be the highest earner on the roster, I don't he would be worth it.

If Dixie was still in power, I would disagree with you. TNA under Dixie always seemed to think they needed whatever big name free agents were on the market, and would pay any price for them. But apparently the Smashing Pumpkin is calling the shots now, so I really don't know what to think. Corgan may want to simply be more pragmatic than Dixie simply to show the locker room and the fans that things are different now. Or he's just as bad as Dixie and will sign ADR AND Cody Rhodes for more money than anyone on the roster besides Lashley and the Hardys, and then job them out to those three.

All I know is that Impact continuously finds itself with more talent than it knows what to do with. But if they simply do right by guys like EC3, Galloway, Bennett and Sandow ( hate the name Aron Rex btw, makes me feel like a shitty tag run with Tyrus is inevitable, "Heh heh, Tyrus Rex, that's a clever team name everybody!"), then they won't need to spend money they don't have on ADR.

 

[Aquaman6686]

The way I remember it, Rey didn't start getting boos until after he won and was then forced to job out to Kane, Mark Henry and The Great Khali.

And if you're going to claim that you've never seen a single great Rey Mysterio match, then I'm going to assume that either A) You've never even seen a wrestling match from before 2010. B) You're flat out lying in a weak attempt to reinforce your poorly argued opinion on this issue, or C) You've never seen ANY wrestling match because you are literally blind.

Never seen a truly great Rey Mysterio match, my ass. Hell, you're basically saying that ADR has never had a truly great match, seeing as most of the only truly great ADR matches nearly all involved Rey Mysterio.

1 - Rey was booed out of the building at WrestleMania 22, to the point where they edited it out on the Network. On the DVD and when it aired live, Mysterio was showered with boos the entire match.


2 - No. Rey just isn't that good. The best match I ever saw out of him was against Kurt Angle at SummerSlam 2002, and Angle could get a great match out of Gorilla Monsoon's corpse.

 

[Jack-Hammer]

You need a game changer, if you plan on throwing big money at someone and rolling out the red carpet, and Alberto Del Rio is not a game changer. Del Rio is reliable for solid matches, but his name value is middle-of-the-road at best, and if TNA wants to pay top dollar for Del Rio, fast-tracking Del Rio into big feuds and a possible world title is almost a guarantee. It's one thing if Del Rio's promo work and his matches warrant a big push, but if that's not the case, you're just forcing something that's not going to catch on. At best, I can see Del Rio working as a solid addition to the roster, but pushing him as a superstar? I just can't see it working out.

This.

If Del Rio was to go to TNA, if reports are true in regards to his frustrations with WWE, he'd expected to be put in the main event almost immediately and would demand a big paycheck for doing it. Del Rio's deal with WWE gave him a downside guarantee of about $1.7 million and he worked a reduced schedule, but he didn't get his main event push and that's ultimately why he's gone again. In any company he signed with, if Del Rio isn't in the main event then he's not going to be happy. Del Rio was a main eventer during his first run in WWE and not a whole helluva lot of people cared who weren't of Hispanic descent.

Inside the ring, I enjoy Del Rio very much but he's pretty limited when it comes to his promo skills. Basically, if you've heard one Del Rio promo, you've heard them all and he has to call his opponent a dog at least once every time he opens his mouth.

Is Del Rio worth the hefty salary that TNA would have to pay him? I doubt it because it's not as if Del Rio is going to be bringing in tons of viewers each week. Bringing in big names for lots of money who didn't help the audience grow is a big part of why TNA's gotten itself into the financial quagmire in the first place. TNA's usually drawing in the mid 300,000 in viewership and Del Rio won't add to that.

 

[ShinChan]

Addition of Cody Rhodes instead of Alberto Del Rio would be way much better for everyone involved.

I respect ADR's wrestling talent but he's better booked in Lucha Underground. That's where he would be in a much better position.

Signing Alberto Del Rio would be like a waste in all areas for TNA. It's a loss-loss situation for them. He would want a hefty contract and another's ADR is not a star in any way who would attract many viewers. Some might be but I am doubtful about them too.

Whereas Cody would be a much better acquisition in all ways.

And please TNA, don't ruin these new signings by hotshoting them to the main roster. Just let it be a gradual strong build.

 

[Psykohurricane55]

1 - Rey was booed out of the building at WrestleMania 22, to the point where they edited it out on the Network. On the DVD and when it aired live, Mysterio was showered with boos the entire match.


2 - No. Rey just isn't that good. The best match I ever saw out of him was against Kurt Angle at SummerSlam 2002, and Angle could get a great match out of Gorilla Monsoon's corpse.

first of all,which version of wrestlemania 22 did you watch because i got both the live ppv version of the event and the official WWE release DVD version of wrestlemania 22 and mysterio was cheered throughout the match and got a huge ovation when he won the world title.

on to point number 2, you need to watch his WCW stuff before he lost his mask before you say the guy wasn'T that good, He had classic matches with Eddie Guerrero, Dean Malenko, Psychosis, billy kidman And chris jericho just to name a few. In WWE again go watch his stuff with Jericho, Eddie, kurt angle, cm.punk, jbl just to name a few guys that he had great matches with over the years.

From the tone of your comment, you really seem like you weren't a fan of mysterio and that's your right but at less based your comment on facts before writing a comment because at the end, you comment will look better instead of a comment that's made by somebody that has no clue what he is writing about.

 

[Papa Shango]

first of all,which version of wrestlemania 22 did you watch because i got both the live ppv version of the event and the official WWE release DVD version of wrestlemania 22 and mysterio was cheered throughout the match and got a huge ovation when he won the world title.

on to point number 2, you need to watch his WCW stuff before he lost his mask before you say the guy wasn'T that good, He had classic matches with Eddie Guerrero, Dean Malenko, Psychosis, billy kidman And chris jericho just to name a few. In WWE again go watch his stuff with Jericho, Eddie, kurt angle, cm.punk, jbl just to name a few guys that he had great matches with over the years.

From the tone of your comment, you really seem like you weren't a fan of mysterio and that's your right but at less based your comment on facts before writing a comment because at the end, you comment will look better instead of a comment that's made by somebody that has no clue what he is writing about.

Damn you sir! I wanted to say all of this lol. Well said. Hell, his matches with Psychosis alone would be enough to cement anyone's legacy. Not just WCW, but AAA and WCW as well. Good God, we haven't even gotten around to talking about his matches with Juventud Guerrera!

For the record, I have not once said ADR is not a good wrestler. He's good. He's good. That's it. His legacy will never reach anywhere near the level of Mysterio. Rey Mysterio isn't even anywhere close to being among my all time favorites. He'd crack my Top 20. Possibly. But his level of success in every promotion he's ever worked is undeniable. Anyone with zero bias, and anything more than zero intelligence, can see that 99 times out of 100, ADR comes nowhere near Mysterios talent and drawing power.

That's not hyperbole. That's not opinion. That's quantifiable fact, based on over 20 years of data.

 

[Nate DaMac]

Aquaman is a complete and total ****** but he's not incorrect about Mysterio being booed at Wrestlemania 22. He is incorrect about it being edited on the Network though. And virtually everything else he's said. Ever.

Mysterio is a bigger star than Del Rio globally. Mysterio is a bigger star than Del Rio in Mexico. Del Rio is a footnote.

Del Rio would offer very little to TNA. He's great at limb psychology which fools the simple minded into thinking that he's actually a great wrestler but in reality, he's just dull. I agree with whoever said that Cody Rhodes would be a better signing.

 

[Jack-Hammer]

As far as this whole thing about who was the bigger star, it's laughable to even suggest that Del Rio is a bigger star than Mysterio. About 20 years ago, Mysterio helped to revolutionize pro wrestling in ways that are still being felt today by helping to introduce American fans to a faster paced, more athletic style of wrestling that many had never seen before. WCW's Cruiserweight Division, while not appreciated at the time by top guys in WCW, is looked back on as frequently being the in-ring high point of Nitro each week and Mysterio was a huge part of that. Even if Mysterio never went onto main event in WWE, his impact and overall popularity is at a level that Del Rio can't even remotely touch. Mysterio is someone that was a game changer whereas Del Rio ultimately just happened to be a big guy who happened to be Mexican.

 

[It's Damn Real!]

According to the Daily Wrestling News, TNA is courting Alberto Del Rio to finish out his wrestling career under the leadership of Billy Corgan, who has recently assumed a much greater role.

Del Rio has been a hot topic lately after it was revealed that he violated the WWE Wellness Policy for testosterone replacement therapy, though it’s since also been revealed that he tested positive for an unknown PED as well. It’s believed that TNA does not suspend its wrestlers for failed drug tests, let alone fine them. Del Rio is a huge name who would bring notoriety to TNA, but you’d have to wonder what kind of message it might send to sign someone who just failed a drug test.

TNA is well known for its much lighter schedule, giving their wrestlers more time to recover from the grind of the competition. However, it’s uncertain if they would acquiesce to Del Rio’s preference to only work 60 dates a year as he closes out his wrestling career. The former three-time WWE Champion has other outside business ventures, and his transition out of sports entertainment appears to have a shelf life of only two more years.

http://www.inquisitr.com/3507485/wwe-news-tna-in-hot-pursuit-of-former-wwe-superstar/

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As I've said repeatedly, I personally have little to no interest in ADR as a performer. But this seems like one that's bound to happen given how hard they went after him the last time around.

 

[ShinChan]

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As I've said repeatedly, I personally have little to no interest in ADR as a performer. But this seems like one that's bound to happen given how hard they went after him the last time around.

As much as I respect ADR's work in the ring in his first stint, if ADR signs with TNA, the only person who would benefit from it is ADR himself.

And said in the quote, this might send a wrong message to the people. Plus, he's going to get a big check. I don't think that he is such a bigger star to get so.

If TNA is adamant to do so, then please hotshot him straight to the main event. And don't let him go over credible TNA stars like ECIII, Drew Galloway and Lashley.

 

[It's Damn Real!]

According to PWInsider.com, despite talks breaking down in the past, TNA officials continue to have talks with former WWE Champion Alberto Del Rio.

The talks between Del Rio and TNA date back to September 9th following Del Rio’s release from WWE, but as of this week no deal has been signed between Del Rio and TNA.


Read more at http://www.wrestlezone.com/news/790...y-still-in-talks-with-tna#zmFOmJHuZyDz95IY.99

As we noted earlier today, TNA is not expected to make any major roster changes at the TNA TV tapings this week, so while it’s possible that Del Rio could make his TNA debut this week, it’s unlikely.

These rumors will not die. I'm not too confident they'd bring him in over the course of these tapings given how much they'd probably want to pump up this kind of signing ahead of time or get viewers talking should they debut him on a semi-live broadcast, but I wouldn't rule out the next set in March.

 

[ShinChan]

These rumors will not die. I'm not too confident they'd bring him in over the course of these tapings given how much they'd probably want to pump up this kind of signing ahead of time or get viewers talking should they debut him on a semi-live broadcast, but I wouldn't rule out the next set in March.

I hope that TNA doesn't sign Alberto Del Rio. He's going to ask for a huge amount of money. Plus, he would be demanding a place in the main event scene as soon as possible.

I mean, I like him since he's good in ring but that's the only thing in his favour. He isn't good at mic that could make audience get hyped or bring in new viewers.

Better get Wade Barrett since he's good at both mic and in-ring work. Plus, he won't be as expensive as Alberto Del Rio.

 

[Psykohurricane55]

Right now, i think they have bigger problem to deal with then throwing money around to sign Del Rio. They have to convince both the hardy's and Drew Galloway to sign exclusive deal which mean that won'T come cheap especially for the hardy'S because they are making a lot of money on the indy scene with that Broken hardy'S gimmick and they won'T give up that freedom easily, same think goes for galloway. If you believe what as been written on certains website, the guy is piss off at TNA right now for demanding him to cancelled his booking for what culture pro wrestling this week because they needed him for the tv tapings that weren'T schedule when he took the booking.

So sigining Del Rio is the less of their worry right now, plus with all the bad publicity surronding him right now, they would be idiots to even sign him.

 

[Navi]

Watching Del Rio right now with all his shenanigans is like watching a car crash in slow motion. Trouble seems to just follow him around wherever he goes.

It's being reported that police had to be called because of him recently in Austria. Apparently he and his brother got into an altercation in a bar with some German or Austrian fellow. The fight escalated at the police station between Del Rio and his brother, and reports are Del Rio beat the crap out of his brother and that there was blood all over the walls.

I have no idea what's going on with this guy but he gives off a bad vibe. Paige will be sorry one of these days when she realizes her career was thrown away for him. Doubt with all his problems TNA will go near him. They would be fools if they do, last thing they need is more bad press. Don't care how good you are in the ring, if you're a right asshole outside of it and create the kind of press he does no one will want him.

 

[I_Like_All_Wrestling]

Who cares though? He was never a draw in WWE. He wasn't the Mexican draw WWE wanted. He's bland. He really doesn't have a character. He's trouble. He's unreliable. He's expensive. I consider Booker, Nash, Christian, Hardy and others bigger draws and they didn't really help TNA grow all that much. ADR would simply be a waste of time and money.