ECW Originals Faction In TNA?, Foley's Return?, Booker T-TNA

Source: The Wrestling Observer Newsletter

? As previously reported, the reason TNA did the storyline with taking Mick Foley off TV was because he was running out of dates on his contract. Foley recently pitched an idea to TNA officials that he'd return this summer with a new stable. It's been speculated in the past that Foley would team up with a group of ECW Originals.

? As noted earlier, Booker T was a surprise replacement for AJ Styles at TNA's live event in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He lives within driving distance of the venue and was asked to appear when Styles was unable to appear at the show. Booker was also backstage the following night in Houston. Though he's close with TNA World Heavyweight Champion Rob Van Dam, TNAWrestlingNews.com is reporting that it's been indicated that he won't be returning to the company on a full-time basis.

? As reported earlier, Mary-Kate Duignan, known on the independent scene as Betsy Ruth, was signed by the company this past week. She, like Rob Terry and Jesse Neal, is a product of the Team 3D Wrestling Academy. Duignan will be performing under the name Rosie Lottalove, which is said to be a spoof on Rosie O'Donnell. She has also been compared to former WWE Women's Champion Bertha Faye, a mid-90s comedic character who dressed in tawdry clothing, lived in a trailer park and dated Harvey Wippleman. Awesome Kong's recent departure from the organization opened up a spot for Duignan as company officials were on the lookout for a "large woman" to replace her.