2013 WWE Hall Of Fame Rumors

Scott Hall and Jake Roberts may be inducted in the WWE hall of fame this year. Recently, they have been training with Diamond Dallas Page and apparently Page suggested that they both be inducted. Also, The Kliq and DX both were being discussed, but it was not clear who would be considered.

However, its not confirmed if Hall and Roberts both would be inducted. Roberts looks like the favorite but Hall is backed by Shawn Michaels and others.

Hall of Fame Promo for Mick Foley

WWE Officially Announces Foley for HOF

WWE has published an article making the official announcement on Mick Foley being inducted into the 2013 Hall of Fame Class on their website.

Names being discussed for WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2013

Bruno Sammartino : Unfortunately, this will likely never happen. Despite being the longest-reigning champion in WWWF/WWF/WWE history, Sammartino has long-standing issues with Vince McMahon, issues that stem nearly 30 years. Paul “Triple H” Levesque has recently reached out to Sammartino in hopes of smoothing things over, and while “Da Brune” responded positively to Levesque’s character and professionalism in their discussions, he has repeatedly stated he will still not accept the spot.

Owen Hart : Again, highly unlikely. The entire Hart family has been extremely supportive of McMahon trying to induct Hart in the past (WWE has wanted to induct him several times) and are completely on board, but the problem is Owen’s widow, Martha. She owns the rights to his estate, and is still extremely bitter over what happened in 1999 when Owen fell to his death. She has stated several times that she refuses to allow Owen to go into the Hall, and has attempted to sue WWE for likeness rights several times over the years (she has lost each time).

Mick Foley : Foley is practically a lock. He has been heavily involved with WWE since leaving TNA, and has been featured in several angles and pay-per-view matches over the last year or so. WWE seems to be set on inducting him, and Foley has said he would love to be inducted and would gladly accept the honor.

Harlem Heat : I understand the reasoning behind this one, but at the same time, it’s still a little strange. Harlem Heat are 10-time WCW World Tag Team Champions, and are considered the most prolific team in that company’s history. However, it was obvious to everyone that Booker-T was the star. Stevie Ray was never a good talent or even very charismatic, and it showed when the team split up. Booker went onto win every title in WCW multiple times, while Ray became an afterthought in the nWo and had one reign as TV Champion, a reign he only got via forfeit. Still, with Booker-T being a part of WWE, this one is almost a lock.

The Nasty Boys : This choice I really do not understand. Yes, the “Nasties” were 4-time World Tag Team Champions, but that doesn’t excuse the fact that they are one of the worst tag teams in history. The only talent Brian Knobbs and Jerry Sags had were being loudmouths and notorious troublemakers behind the scenes. I really do not understand the choice here.

The Rock : If Rock doesn’t go in this year, he will likely go in next year. Either way, it will be deserved. Rock is one of the highest-grossing superstars of all time, and his track record of championships, main events, sell-outs, pay-per-view buys, etc. speaks for itself. I have a feeling Rock would like to officially retire before being inducted, but I’d be willing to bet he’d accept the induction either way.

Kevin Nash : Considering his real-life friendship with Levesque, you can pretty much guarantee this one. Although he is a multi-time World Champion and has held numerous other championships, the success of his career really can’t be contributed to his in-ring work. Nash was never that great, and most of his success can be contributed to knowing how to play the political game behind the scenes. Having said that, if for no other reason, he eventually deserves a spot for his involvement in the nWo, one of the most successful angles pro wrestling has ever seen. While Hulk Hogan may have been the focal point, Nash (along with Scott Hall) really laid the groundwork, and are probably more associated with the famous group today than Hogan is.

2013 HOF Update

WWE officials had been discussing inducting Owen Hart into the 2013 Hall of Fame class as a part of a settlement with Martha Hart.

Latest On Big Name WWE Is Considering for 2013 WWE Hall of Fame

Former WWE & WCW Champion, former WCW Tag Team Champion, one of the original members of the nWo, and also happens to be very close friends with WWE executive Triple H.

Mick Foley and Randy Savage have apparently been taken off the table for consideration.

Latest on 2013 HOF Names

 

Regarding all the 2013 WWE Hall of Fame rumors that have been going around, word is that the only person even close to confirmed is Mick Foley.

We noted earlier this week that WWE had contacted several celebrities -->  Mr. T, Jenny McCarthy, Pete Rose and Floyd Mayweather.

On a related note, earlier this week there was a pitch to induct Mr. T into the Hall of Fame. The idea is that T’s induction would play off his connection to WrestleMania I and Madison Square Garden since the 2013 ceremony takes place there.

Locations for 2013 Hall of Fame and WrestleMania Axxess

 

 The 2013 WrestleMania Axxess event will be at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, next door to the Metlife Stadium where WrestleMania 29 will be held. This is the first time Axxess is in an arena instead of at a convention center. Raw the night after WrestleMania is also in the IZOD Center.

Meanwhile, the 2013 Hall of Fame ceremony is will take place on April 6th, 2013 at Madison Square Garden.

Triple H Fails Hard with Bruno and the WWE Hall of Fame

It was reported on Monday by the Wrestling Observer that WWE officials reached out to Bruno Sammartino about being inducted into the 2013 Hall of Fame. Bruno issued a statement online Monday night that said he would not be entering the Hall.

In an update, the Observer reports that Triple H actually called Bruno and tried to sell him on the induction and the fact that he would get one more huge pop. Triple H tried to tell Bruno not to worry about Vince McMahon but Bruno wasn’t having it.