Several contract status updates, and a correction

WWE RELEASES

Both Candace Michelle and Sim Snuka (Jimmy Snuka Jr.) were released by the WWE today. Michelle has had difficulty staying un-injured since the beginning of her wrestling career, despite having worked very hard to hone her craft and having learned several moves. Hopefully this time away will either allow her to pursue less dangerous avenues, or to tighten up her wrestling ability.

In the case of Sim Snuka, my initial reaction was 'he's still around?' - not that he isn't talented or entertaining, and not that he doesn't have potential, but as he hasn't been onscreen since being drummed out of the legacy along with Manu (Afa Jr.), and since Manu had been released shortly thereafter, I had just sort of thought he'd gone the way of the dodo as well.

Nonetheless these two were respectively hard working and talented, and I wish them well in finding future opportunities.

AND ON THE TNA SIDE

Kurt Angle confirmed that his contract with TNA expires in a few months' time on Sirius Satellite Radio today, while praising Vince McMahon's move in the last couple of years to cover rehab for any former WWE employees who might need it. Angle remained mum on whether he would resign with TNA at the end of his current contract, or return to WWE; he only confirmed that he was on good terms with both companies. I would actually not be surprised to see a jump back to the WWE in this case; Angle got the change of scenery he needed from the WWE, had a chance to recharge his batteries with less travel, has remained relatively healthy while still performing at a great level in TNA, but has a less-than-stellar working relationship with TNA founder Jeff Jarrett and now, with his marriage over, is probably more freely available to WWE's more rigorous travel schedule. Only time will tell, but I would not bet against an Angle return to the WWE by year's end.

LAST BUT CERTAINLY NOT LEAST

A correction; WWE official and former tag team champion Jerry Brisco has been ailing of late; I first reported he had a stroke earlier this week, but that was later corrected (as we reported on ITVR) that he simply had a blocked artery. It turns out he has actually had several strokes. He is in surgery very soon, and we continue to wish him a speedy and full recovery. Our thoughts remain with Jerry, and his family.