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Post by modestgenius on Sept 13, 2012 21:30:26 GMT -5
He's touting to fans a few days after having a heart attack?
Vince McMahon is going to kick him out of the Hall of Fame so they can induct him again.
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Post by PKO on Sept 13, 2012 21:55:06 GMT -5
He looks great and he's still joking.
King rules.
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Post by Slanted and Enchanted on Sept 13, 2012 22:04:26 GMT -5
So I'm hoping that now it's ok that I ask this, but.......was Lawler trending Monday night?
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Post by George. on Sept 13, 2012 22:16:02 GMT -5
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Post by George. on Sept 13, 2012 22:18:07 GMT -5
So I'm hoping that now it's ok that I ask this, but.......was Lawler trending Monday night? I believe the term #PrayForJerry was trending on Twitter. -DFG
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Post by mizerable on Sept 13, 2012 22:19:04 GMT -5
That AT&T line was great. Reminds me of some of the great one liners he had during the 90's.
I will say this...if he MUST come back on Raw, not saying I agree with that, but if it does happen. Vince would be smart to NOT do it at the top of the hour since he's likely to draw additional viewers, don't throw it away at the beginning of the show where people likely won't stick around.
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Post by George. on Sept 13, 2012 22:25:08 GMT -5
Can his heart take all the excitement from being on Raw? I'm sure he's still pretty delicate to come back so soon.
-DFG
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Post by lildude8218 on Sept 13, 2012 22:31:56 GMT -5
He's touting to fans a few days after having a heart attack? Vince McMahon is going to kick him out of the Hall of Fame so they can induct him again. Announcer Guy: WWE is pleased to induct 3 time AWA Southern Tag Team and 2 time USWA World Tag Team Champions.....Jerry "The King" Lawler and "Superstar" Bill Dundee
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Post by Dean-o on Sept 13, 2012 22:32:02 GMT -5
They better air the pop he receives on his return on Raw. Hell, i'm going to Raw this Monday and i'm so selfish I wish he would appear there.
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Post by mizerable on Sept 13, 2012 22:37:15 GMT -5
Can his heart take all the excitement from being on Raw? I'm sure he's still pretty delicate to come back so soon. -DFG As JR said, he's young spirited, I can see him at least attempting to return. Whether it happens or not, I don't know. But if there was complete clearance from doctors and such and Lawler approached Vince, I think it really comes down to whether or not Vince wants to take that chance. If he does, I would definitely not put him on the show until the 3rd hour. That gives him a bit of a break and at least makes sure that he doesn't work a full night. I don't know the details of how good Lawler is feeling, but from a business standpoint, I think Vince would be crazy to shoehorn him out there with no exposure. I don't want it to be a promotional tactic, but at least gives him some form of respectable acknowledgement by not having him go right back to the chair.
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Post by Y2M on Sept 13, 2012 22:45:32 GMT -5
Ah, the joys of Canadian health care. Seriously, I can't believe he's doing this well. It really is amazing how fast he's recovering. Hopefully he'll rest for a few weeks before returning again.
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Post by xCompackx on Sept 13, 2012 23:35:47 GMT -5
Ah, the joys of Canadian health care. Seriously, I can't believe he's doing this well. It really is amazing how fast he's recovering. Hopefully he'll rest for a few weeks before returning again. Honestly, I'm kind of hoping that he'll enjoy life for a bit before deciding whether to come back. Sure, wrestling is his life but the guy almost (emphasizing the word "almost") died.
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Post by thecrusherwi on Sept 13, 2012 23:51:39 GMT -5
I'm so glad to see him doing so well. I'm an enormous Packer fan and they crushed the Bears tonight, but I Cheered louder when I saw that Tout than I did at any point during the game. You're doing great Jerry!! Long live the King!!
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Post by wwefan71080 on Sept 14, 2012 0:08:40 GMT -5
I do have a very if question If he comes back, maybe even for cameo piledriver to CM Punk which if Lawlers doctor clears him to wrestle, I would think this would be one of the biggest moments in WWE history and IMO it would have to be at the raw in Nashville
Get well soon Lawler and may we see you in the WWE again soon
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Post by acidgod on Sept 14, 2012 1:01:36 GMT -5
I'm guessing we see him at Wrestlemania, announcers table of course
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Post by mattperiolat on Sept 14, 2012 2:01:36 GMT -5
SmackDown taping in Memphis in October.
Just saying. Maybe a private post taping Lawler appreciation night before the actual comeback.
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Post by Ijob2HHH on Sept 14, 2012 3:09:23 GMT -5
Ah, the joys of Canadian health care. Seriously, I can't believe he's doing this well. It really is amazing how fast he's recovering. Hopefully he'll rest for a few weeks before returning again. Honestly, I'm kind of hoping that he'll enjoy life for a bit before deciding whether to come back. Sure, wrestling is his life but the guy almost (emphasizing the word "almost") died. No almost about it. If your heart stops beating and you stop breathing you are by definition 'dead'. He was just brought back. I'm not meaning that in a negative way either. It's major kudos on him AND the WWE medical staff for how they handled it. As to him coming back, I don't even think that's really in question. It's not a risk to have him announcing at ring side. That being said he'll NEVER be allowed in the ring again.
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Post by Ryushinku on Sept 14, 2012 3:10:37 GMT -5
He'll want to get back at the table asap, I'm sure. When they actually let him do so, that could be another issue, but 'sooner rather than later' is a definite I think.
Just glad to see things are turning out so well, much better than initially feared.
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Post by Epidomy on Sept 14, 2012 3:15:27 GMT -5
Long live the king.
As soon as he is recovered, he will be ring side in no time.
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Post by RedDevil on Sept 14, 2012 5:46:33 GMT -5
I do hope Vince is strong when deciding his return; even if the doctors have given the all clear and the King is itching to get back - just take a little more time. We'll all still be here, no need to rush anything.
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