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Contemplating CHIKARA 7.04.09: Freedom, Freedom, Freedom OY!   (07.04.2009)  - Kevin Ford

It's Freedom Day here at Contemplating CHIKARA! Speaking of freedom, all of July we'll be holding a contest to give away a FREE CHIKARA DVD! All the details about that, plus news of Young Lions Cup, the July CHIKARA show, DGUSA and more await you inside.
High Road/Low Road 07.03.09: Samoa Joe in the Main Event Mafia   (07.03.2009)  - Sat & Uncletrunx

Winning storyline development or Main Event Mistake?
The Importance of…7.03.09: Saturday Night's Main Event   (07.03.2009)  - Mike Chin

Over three decades the meaning of the show has changed, but the fact remains that Saturday Night's Main Event is very important in wrestling history.
411’s Buy or Sell 7.03.09: PWG Honors Michael Jackson, Jimmy Jacobs Next Move, Nigel With No Lariats?, and More!!   (07.03.2009)  - Michael Bauer

This week, the 411 staff looks around the world of Ring of Honor at the PWG as Larry Csonka battles Jeffrey Harris in Buy or Sell!
Wrestling’s 4R’s Friday Edition 07.03.09: ECW and Raw Reviewed!   (07.03.2009)  - Jeremy Thomas

Raw was the beginning of a big shake up in the WWE! We got a 15 Superstar trade, HHH, MVP, John Cena and The Miz battled for a shot at the WWE Title and Randy Orton had to run the gauntlet! Meanwhile on ECW, the Talent Initiative is back and there are plenty of new faces to meet! The Friday edition of Wrestling's 4R's breaks down all the action from WWE Raw and ECW on Sci-Fi! Best of all, it’s Csonka free!
Shining a Spotlight 7.02.09: Icons   (07.02.2009)  - Michael Weyer

In the wake of the loss of a major pop icon, an examination of what wrestlers may fit that label.
411Mania 2009 Independent Draft Part Four: Fantasy Cards and Show Hype!   (07.02.2009)  - Ari Berenstein

You've read about which wrestlers the 411Mania staff would choose to use in their own wrestling promotions, but how would they book their own show? Read on to find out the dream matches, title bouts and potential surprises these fantasy bookers have in store and then vote for your favorite!
411 Fact or Fiction 07.02.09: Edge And Jericho As Champs, Taz To TNA, HHH vs. Orton, More!   (07.02.2009)  - Larry Csonka

Week TWO HUNDRED and THIRTY-SEVEN features Jeremy Thomas, Owain Brimfield and discussion of TNA’s Spin Cycle becoming a real TV show!
WWE The Bash 2009: Live Event Diary   (07.01.2009)  - Porfirio Diaz

You saw The Bash on television but just how was it live? Click on to read a running diary about my experience of being at Arco Arena for The Bash.
The 411 Wrestling Top 5 07.01.09: Week 29 – Top United States Champions   (07.01.2009)  - Michael Bauer

From the legendary Ric Flair's six title reigns and Lex Luger's 500 plus day title reign to John Cena's run as champ in 2004, and to MVP's year long reign in 2008, 411's Wrestling Staffers rank their top United States Champions in the latest edition of the 411 Wrestling Top Five! See which moments made the lists by checking out the full article!
411Mania 2009 Independent Draft Part Three: Rounds Nine- Fifthteen   (07.01.2009)  - Ari Berenstein

411's annual fantasy draft continues onwards with the last eight rounds, filled with sleeper picks, shocking trades and more!
Ask 411 Wrestling 07.01.09: Foley Vs. Hulk, Regal Vs. Goldberg, WCW Vs. Logic!   (07.01.2009)  - Mathew Sforcina

Why bring back ECW and not WCW? Was No Way Out a shout out? Should Bret have seen it coming? Who Exposed Wrestling's 'Greatest' Secrets? Who calls a turn? Why isn't AJ in WWE? All this, plus I disagree with myself and Defend Jamie Kellner Canceling WCW. I must really be sick...
If I Could Be Serious For A Moment 06.30.09: Booking 101 - Getting Over   (06.30.2009)  - Chris Lansdell

We start a new series looking at how to book wrestling, starting with something that nobody seems to understand right now.
Five-Star Conversation 06.30.09: Commentpalooza!   (06.30.2009)  - Geoff Eubanks

We get caught up on the last two weeks worth of your comments!
Wrestling’s 4R’s Tuesday Edition 06.30.09: WWE Smackdown, TNA Impact and The Bash!   (06.30.2009)  - Larry Csonka

Chris Jericho pulls double duty at The Bash, Punk is a jerk, Rage in the Cage, the Main Event Mafia runs wild on Impact and much more! Wrestling's 4R's breaks down all the action from Impact, Smackdown and THE BASH!
411’s Wrestler of the Week 06.29.09: Week 13   (06.29.2009)  - Jeremy Thomas

The Bash sees a few new champions, plus John Morrison beats a World Champion and Tyler Black has a very good weekend! Check out the latest edition of 411's Wrestler of the Week for all the details and for an updated look at the Year-End standings!
Wrestling Deja Vu 06.29.09: Thrillers   (06.29.2009)  - Joseph Martinez

John Morrison has been called a young Shawn Michaels many times. Is there any truth to this comparison or is it just something the IWC likes to say? Join the column as I examine these two exciting athletes in the latest edition of Wrestling Deja Vu.
Hidden Highlights 06.29.09: Issue #200   (06.29.2009)  - JP Prag

Kurt Angle grows some hair, JP understands how Donald Trump could drive Vince McMahon bankrupt, Tony Atlas works as the perfect manager, Kevin Nash relives his Starrcade victory on iMPACT, and John Morrison protects himself from going to sleep. All this plus tons more in the 200th Issue Not-So-Spectacular!
411’s Instant Access 06.28.09: WWE The Bash 2009   (06.29.2009)  - Scott Slimmer

Rey Mysterio puts on the Match of the Night, Edge wins a title match he wasn’t even supposed to be in, and Chris Jericho does both. Can a brother get a Y2J chant?
The Shimmy 06.29.09: The John Cena Report Card (Part Five)   (06.29.2009)  - Andy Clark

The John Cena Report Card Update concludes! Cena returned from injury at last year's Survivor Series, how have his PPV performances fared since then? Read on if you want to know!
For The Record 6.28.09: Jack Swagger... Main Eventer?   (06.28.2009)  - Kristopher Rodriguez

He’s good. Will he be great?
The Triple Threat 6.28.09: 146th Edition - Matt Hardy, Taz to TNA, Tyson Kidd, More!   (06.28.2009)  - David Martell

This week we preview The Bash, talk about Matt Hardy getting injured, Taz most likely going to TNA, RAW's high rating last week, and Morrison beating CM Punk on Smackdown. Our superstar highlight is Tyson Kidd. Please enjoy!
Contemplating CHIKARA 6.28.09: Bah Gawd!   (06.28.2009)  - Kevin Ford

Young Lions Cup and Dragon Gate USA news (some of which is pretty neat stuff). There's also two blogs from the boys of F.I.S.T., so come in and catch up!
411 Mania 2009 Independent Draft Part Two: The Draft Rounds Three - Eight   (06.27.2009)  - Ari Berenstein

Seven 411 writers vie for some of the best and the most talented independent American and International wrestlers in order to create their own fantasy wrestling companies! Who will be selected? What surprise and sleeper picks will be selected? Click on and read to see where the chips fall and who will come out on top as 411's premier fantasy draft player!
411 Mania 2009 Independent Draft Part One: Introduction, Rules and Rounds One & Two   (06.27.2009)  - Ari Berenstein

The third annual 411Mania Independent Draft begins here! We kick off with seven 411 writers starting their own independent wrestling companies with an explanation of the rules, keeper selections and our Draft pre-game!
The Wrestling Bard 06.27.09: (S)Laughter is the Best Medicine   (06.27.2009)  - Aaron Hubbard

The psychotic ramblings of a bloodthirsty assassin and one of the greatest women's matches of all time serve to lighten the mood.
411 PPV Roundtable Preview: WWE The Bash 2009   (06.27.2009)  - Stephen Randle

HHH will battle Randy Orton for the WWE Title in the Three Stages of Hell Match! Elsewhere, CM Punk defends the World Title against Jeff Hardy, Rey Mysterio’s mask is on the line as he challenges Chris Jericho for the IC Title, Tommy Dreamer defends the ECW Title in the return of the scramble match and more! Check out 411’s complete WWE The Bash roundtable for all the details and remember to join us Sunday night for our live coverage of the event!
The Importance of…6.26.09: WWE Smackdown   (06.26.2009)  - Mike Chin

The blue brand has been anything but B-level for much of its history, standing out as one of wrestling's most important shows.
Wrestling’s 4R’s Friday Edition 06.26.09: ECW and Raw Reviewed!   (06.26.2009)  - Jeremy Thomas

Vince McMahon buys back Raw from Donald Trump, Randy Orton and HHH battle for the WWE Title in a last man standing match and more! Elsewhere on ECW, the Hurricane appeared to save the day and four of the ECW Title contenders battled in the main event! The Friday edition of Wrestling's 4R's breaks down all the action from WWE Raw and ECW on Sci-Fi!
411’s Buy or Sell 6.26.09: Nigel Back Too Soon, Ring of Honor Cancels July Tapings, Ultimo Guerrero is the First CMLL Universal Champion, More   (06.26.2009)  - Michael Bauer

This week, the 411 staff gets ready Ring of Honor action this weekend in Detroit and Chicago as Michael Bauer battles John Gregory in Buy or Sell!
High Road/Low Road 06.26.09: Commercial Free Raw   (06.26.2009)  - Sat & Uncletrunx

Would you have taken the refund?
Match A Day 06.25.09: Week 11 - All Japan: Past, Present, Future   (06.25.2009)  - Jake Chambers

Mitsuhara Misawa is gone, but he left All Japan Pro-Wrestling many years ago. How have they fared since then, and what does their future hold?
Forgotten Favorites 06.25.09: King of the Ring 2002 - Ric Flair vs. Eddie Guerrero   (06.25.2009)  - Jim Grimm

Replacing a recently WWE-departed Rattlesnake, Ric Flair stepped into the ring to take on the late Eddie Guerrero. Could the Nature Boy withstand Eddie's Latino Heat?
Shining a Spotlight 6.25.09: WDW and the IWC   (06.25.2009)  - Michael Weyer

An examination of the interesting comparisons between the IWC and Walt Disney World complainers and how they both undermine their own arguements.
411 Fact or Fiction 6.25.09: CM Punk Turning Heel, The Slammiversary Swerve, Trump and WWE, More!   (06.25.2009)  - Larry Csonka

Week TWO HUNDRED and THIRTY-SIX features Aaron Hubbard, Michael Bauer and discussion Kurt Angle as TNA World Champion!
The 411 Wrestling Top 5 6.24.09: Week 28 - Great American Bash Matches   (06.24.2009)  - Michael Bauer

From legendary battles between Ric Flair and Terry Funk in 1989 and Dusty Rhodes and Ric Flair in 1986, to greatness of Jericho and Michaels last year and the War Games Match, 411's Wrestling Staffers rank their top Great America Bash Matches in the latest edition of the 411 Wrestling Top Five! See which moments made the lists by checking out the full article!
Ask 411 Wrestling 06.24.09: Flair's Pull, Foley's Insanity and HBK Playing Politics? NEVER!   (06.24.2009)  - Mathew Sforcina

Why did Vince bleed so easily? Who's been pulled before they got started? Why did Al Snow get mad about jobbing? Is 2 out of 3 Falls Intercontinental Rules? Why did Jesse 'The Body' Ventura leave the WWF? And why the casual Racism? All these, plus some questions I beg you, the readers, to help me answer and who knows, maybe even a video or two...
If I Could Be Serious For A Moment 06.23.09: Real Mythbusting   (06.23.2009)  - Chris Lansdell

After last week's unintentional tease, I take a look at one of the Internet's most pervasive pro wrestling myths.
Five-Star Conversation 06.23.09: Is the Trump Card the Winning Card For WWE?   (06.23.2009)  - Geoff Eubanks

And we all thought Ric Flair was going to be named Raw’s new General Manager. But would we have been better off? Let’s get this donkey show on the road! Your referee…Bronco Lubich!
Wrestling’s 4R’s Tuesday Edition 06.23.09: WWE Superstars, WWE Smackdown, TNA Impact and TNA Slammiversary!   (06.23.2009)  - Larry Csonka

TNA delivers their best PPV effort of the year, even after a horrible Impact, while the Colons pick up a win in 6-man action! Wrestling's 4R's breaks down all the action from Impact, Smackdown, Superstars and Slammiversary!
411’s Wrestler of the Week 6.22.09: Week 12   (06.22.2009)  - Jeremy Thomas

Kurt Angle, Randy Orton and Hiroshi Tanahashi are new World Champions, CM Punk gets two big wins, John Morrison is looking good and much more! Which of them did enough to become our Wrestler of the week? Check out the latest edition of 411's Wrestler of the Week for all the details and for an updated look at the Year-End standings!
Hidden Highlights 06.22.09: Issue #199   (06.22.2009)  - JP Prag

Randy Orton already has his name on the WWE title, Josh Matthews and Matt Striker remember classic ECW PPVs, AJ Styles deals with his hairline fracture, Jeff Hardy tries a different reversal for the Walls of Jericho, and more!
The Wrestling Bard 06.22.09: In Memory: Mitsuharu Misawa   (06.22.2009)  - Aaron Hubbard

What the Japanese Legend meant to me.
The Triple Threat 06.21.09: 145th Edition - Slammiversary, Aries as ROH Champ, Trump Owns Raw, More   (06.21.2009)  - David Martell

This week we preview TNA's Slammiversary, talk about Austin Aries winning his second ROH World Title, Donald Trump becoming the "owner" of RAW, recent WWE releases and WWE's ideas for new PPV names. Macho Man Randy Savage is our Superstar Highlight and we also respond to reader feedback from last week. Please Enjoy!
For The Record 6.21.09: IWC is Happy, WWE is Not   (06.21.2009)  - Kristopher Rodriguez

The IWC is euphoric. But if ratings don't improve, things could get ugly.
Contemplating CHIKARA 6.20.09: Ravin' bout Rudos   (06.20.2009)  - Kevin Ford

Last week, yours truly covered the Tecnicos. This week, it's the Rudos time to feel the spotlight. In addition, we talk Young Lions Cup, "Never Kneel At The Altar Of Conformity", Dragon Gate USA, some new DVD's, and more!
411’s PPV Roundtable Preview: TNA Slammiversary 2009   (06.20.2009)  - Jeremy Thomas

TNA Slammiversary is LIVE this Sunday on PPV, bringing us two King of the Mountain Title Matches, the Tag Team and Knockouts Titles on the line, Daniels fighting for his job, Sting battling for his spot in the Main Event Mafia and more! Come see what the 411 Staff has to say about Total Nonstop Action Wrestling's latest Pay-Per-View offering!
Wrestling’s 4R’s Friday Edition 06.19.09: ECW and Raw Reviewed!   (06.19.2009)  - Larry Csonka

It was a big week in wrestling! Donald Trump bought Raw, Randy Orton won back the WWE Title, and the ECW and World Titles were defended on Raw! Elsewhere on ECW, Jack Swagger defeated Tommy Dreamer to earn a shot at the ECW title and Finlay returned and was not happy! Plus RetRo TNA! The Friday edition of Wrestling's 4R's breaks down all the action from WWE Raw and ECW on Sci-Fi!
411’s Buy or Sell 06.19.09: Misawa Roundtable Special   (06.19.2009)  - Michael Bauer

This week, the 411 staff relfects on one of the greatest legends of Japanese Wrestling in a special reoundtable version of Buy or Sell!
High Road/Low Road 06.19.09: RAW: 3 For All   (06.19.2009)  - Sat & Uncletrunx

A must see show or a waste of 3 hours? That's the debate, come and join in...
 
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