Source: The Wrestling Observer Newsletter
— A new promotion called Hart Legacy Wrestling will debut on 1/16 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada at the 1,800 seat Victoria Pavilion. Advertised for the show includes Kevin Nash, Konnan, Bobby Lashley, Chris Masters, Lance Archer, Davey Boy Smith, Teddy Hart, Jack Evans, Johnny Devine, Matt Hart (the grandson of Stu Hart), Cody Hall (the son of Scott Hall) and many others. Many members of the Hart family will be involved along with some former Stampede Wrestling stars.
— WWE Hall of Famer George “The Animal” Steele will be writing a new autobiography called “Animal”. No word at this time on when the book will be released.
— Several contracts in Ring of Honor are “coming due shortly”. According to sources, some talents are already exploring options elsewhere.
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