Cryme Tyme, Wellness Policy, NWA, Benoit Sep 02 - 11:55 pm EDT

Daily Rapp Up by Bryan Rapp

There are live spoilers from tonight's RAW taping in Columbus, OH. The Smackdown and ECW crews were in Toledo, OH tonight. Stephanie McMahon took part in a meeting with the Smackdown and ECW wrestlers last night discussing the suspensions, Batista's name appearing in media reports, and the Congressional hearings. WWE announced Wellness Policy changes including testing for marijuana and anti-estrogen drugs, as well as testing wrestlers prior to signing them to contracts. WWE may be interested in Shawn Michaels and Chris Jericho returns due to a thinning roster.

WWE released Cryme Tyme reportedly due to an incident with Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch at yesterday's RAW house show. In addition to Nick "Eugene" Dinsmore, Chris Cage was reportedly escorted out of last night's Smackdown/ECW taping, possibly due to past Wellness Policy issues. Tommy Dreamer's reportedly been asked to fill the void left by Mike Bucci's release, with Val Venis and Ty Bailey as possible long-term replacements. Bob Holly's in-ring career may be over following continuing problems with his arm since his last surgery.

Adam Pearce was crowned new NWA Heavyweight Champion last night in Puerto Rico. Although Adam Pearce wrestles for Ring of Honor, they don't plan to use the title in any storylines. Pro Wrestling Guerilla held day two of their Battle of Los Angeles with Dragon Kid over Tony Kozina. The Sadler Foundation started their UWF charity auction giving fans the chance to bid on being a part of their upcoming Capital Punishment show.

Amy "Lita" Dumas' band The Luchagors' new album will only be available via online retailers. George Steele will appear on Hillbilly Jim's radio show on September 22. JAKKS Pacific is reportedly close to signing a big name for their Classic Superstars line.

Michael Benoit, Chris Benoit's father, will appear on Good Morning America on Thursday. Police spoke to the driver of the silver Dodge Viper that may have been involved in events surrounding Nick Hogan's accident which some had speculated was driven by Hulk Hogan. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch has an article on Larry Matysik's new book Brody: The Triumph and Tragedy of Wrestling's Rebel. SLAM has an article on Reno Riggins, who worked for WWE in the 1980s and 90s as enhancement talent, discussing his role, training, and the wrestlers he worked with.

That's it for today. Thanks for reading.

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