ROH Stars Sign With TNA, Possibly Debuting Next Week?
According to F4W and the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, former Ring of Honor tag team champion Michael Bennett and his wife Maria Kanellis signed deals with TNA Wrestling.
The newsletter said that the deal is likely a big one, and guaranteed in nature. Bennett, Maria, and his tag team partner Taven finished up their Ring of Honor commitments last month after dropping the tag team titles to War Machine at ROH Final Battle. The two performed at the TV tapings the next day, their final ROH date.
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There have been rumors that TNA have wanted to sure up their roster ahead of their Pop TV debut. The Observer states that TNA is interested in both re-signing those that are facing expiration on their current deals, as well as pursuing outside free agents to help freshen up the brand. The company re-signed several talents last year prior and shortly following their debut on Destination America.
TNA has been airing vignettes on their Youtube for "The Miracle" which could possibly be hinting towards Bennett's debut with the company. The vignettes point to TNA's debut with Pop next Tuesday.
Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter
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