It was previously reported that WWE Hall Of Famer “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan was hospitalized due to some medical issues. It was also reported that those medical issues were yet to be revealed at the time, but Duggan was pulled from a number of conventions he was scheduled to appear on …
Read More »WWE Hall Of Famer “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan Hospitalized
It was recently reported by PWInsider.com that WWE Hall Of Famer “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan was hospitalized due to some medical issues. It has yet to be revealed what exactly are those medical issues, but Duggan was reportedly pulled from a number of conventions he was scheduled to appear on this …
Read More »Sgt. Slaughter – Drill Sergeant To World Champion
“Atten Hut!” For almost 40 years, those words have sent a collective chill down the spines of pro wrestling heels, and babyfaces alike. The words themselves aren’t necessarily menacing, but the man uttering those words, now that’s a different story. Sgt. Slaughter didn’t just play the gimmick, he lived it. …
Read More »Flashback Wrestling Podcast Episode 39 – IRS – The Tax Man
Flashback Wrestling Podcast is back with their 39th episode. In this episode Wesly Avendano takes a look back at the career of former WWF World Tag Team Champion, Mike Rotunda aka Irwin R. Schyster (IRS). But before diving into IRS‘ career Wesly jumps into his “Let’s Get Social” segment where he talks about …
Read More »FlashBack Wrestling Podcast Episode 26 – The Iron Sheik – Sheikie Baby
FlashBack Wrestling Podcast is back with their 26th episode. In this episode Wesly Avendano starts off the podcast solo today as he takes a look back at the career of WWF legend, The Iron Sheik. Before getting into The Iron Sheik‘s career he jumps into his “Let’s Get Social” segment where he talks …
Read More »Yokozuna – Short life, Huge Impact
As kids, our parents spent countless hours reassuring us that, despite our wildest fears, monsters weren’t real. Well, those parents never had to deal with Andre The Giant, Bruiser Brody, or King Kong Bundy. “Monster heels” have been an essential part of the wrestling business since its inception. Promoters like …
Read More »Macho Man Randy Savage: Unique Madness
Every once in a generation, an athlete comes along that completely transcends and changes their sport. There was Ervin “Magic” Johnson, who along with his “Showtime” Lakers, provided a layer of flash and entertainment that was crucial in shaping the modern NBA. We also had Peyton Manning, who’s innovative style …
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