Maria News & Notes Inside, The Bella Twins/Christmas Gifts?, Tomko

Tyson Tomko, who recently signed a contract with WWE and worked a dark match with Paul Burchill prior to Monday night's Raw taping, was seen with his arm in a sling this past week. The details and extent of his injury are unknown.

SmackDown Diva Brie Bella is asking fans to brainstorm Christmas gift ideas for her sister Nikki. Brie wrote, "I am real confused on what to get her...I like to stay on the Green side, but am open to anything!! Going shopping this weekend so let me know fast!!!!"

SmackDown Diva Maria is scheduled to appear on tomorrow's "NHL Live" show at 12:30 p.m. EST promoting Saturday's Tribute to the Troops special on NBC. "NHL Live" is broadcast live on XM Radio Channel 204, and can be seen on the NHL Network. Fans interested in seeing Maria are invited to show up at the NHL Store on the corner of 47th St. and 6th Ave in Manhattan, New York for her appearance. They are also encouraged to bring signs.

Speaking of Maria, she appeared on CNN's morning news program, American Morning, yesterday morning plugging Saturday's Tribute to the Troops special on NBC. Kanellis told Kiran Chetry the trip was a great experience, and talked about her brother being a soldier five years ago. She also said she met up with her cousin stationed in Iraq. Kanellis said morale was much higher than in the past and things felt more secure. Kanellis said all the soldiers told her she smelled good.