Quick Pick by Pick Analysis
Rey Mysterio to raw
He's good some fresh faces on raw to fued with. I can't see him being world champ on raw, but i think there is enough to make in the mix. Enough to keep him upper card. Heels like Orton, Jericho, JBL, Santino, Dibiase Jr, and Regal, so he should have his hands full.
CM Punk
Not sure what they have in store for CM Punk. He could get a monster push, he could take the slow route to the championship. Or his fame could fizzle on raw, IF he loses his MITB. Rumors say he might cash it in at NOC. I think they are going to give him a good push, and see how the fans react. If everyone catches on, its a no brainer. IF he's having a problem getting over. Look for him to move straight to the IC division and midcard hell.
Michael Cole
Ehh, raw did need a change, but Cole?!?
Kane
He's going to get lost in the shuffle again, just like in 2006. He needs to time off to refresh his character.
Jamie NOble
I didnt really understand this pick. He's better suited for ECW. To be honest, i'd be surprised if he won IC belt, and thats kinda bad. He may be moving more towards road agent, and less of a wrestler.
Chuck Pulumbo
Yeah, might want to watch for a release. I catch see him having much sucess at all on raw.
Duece
Interesting pick here. COuld it mean a 2nd gen stable? Could it mean a new gimmick for him or domino? Not real sure, but oddly enough, i think Duece is going to be alright on raw. Not a huge superstar. But i could see him being used regulalry.
Matt Stryker
He's good for a few funny segments. Maybe he will move into a managerial role. Can't see him having much sucess as a wrestler.
Layla
Eww, no thanks
Kofi Kingston
Jamacian me crazy?!? I think he should have stayed on ECW longer. I think the wwe thought he was more over than he really is. I think this will hurt raw and ecw.
Jeff Hardy
Interesting to see Jeff Hardy and Mr. Kennedy on the same show. THese guys are going to be battling for the "next star" spot. Which one will win out? The one who doesnt screw up first. He'll get a solid uppercard push. Im believe he'll fued with Edge, MVP, Big Show, and Vladimir. He could team with Brain Kendrick to help get him over as well.
Jim Ross
I like it. It'll give SD the A show feel.
Umaga
It will be interesting to see how his career progresses. A monster like him generally doesnt have a long shelf life. He's still got new fueds on SD. Umaga vs Undertaker has been talked about for a while. Looking at the roster, don't be surprised if they turned Umaga a full blown face. Someone has to turn face because SD is lacking at the moment in the midcard spot.
Mr Kennedy
He's got star written all over him. Will he return and get back his SD Magic? I think so. I'd like to think HHH will help him get over. I can see him fueding with big guys (Show/Umaga/Khali to MVP/Vlad to Edge) He's got a plate full on SD.
HHH
The Shocker pick from the draft. It evens up the talent level a bit. Good to see HHH's ego isn't too big. Although i have to wonder if HHH read the article about wrestlers not wanting to go to raw???
Big Daddy V
Just like Kane, he needs some time off. Not much for him. If they keep trying to push him he will get stale. I hope he doesnt team up with MVP
Trevor Murdoch
Solid addition, maybe he can get over on SD. I think getting away from Cade will help. Can he rise up against a solid crop of midcarders on SD, i dont know.
DH Smith
This could be the steal of the draft. I'm thinking DH moved to SD, to reform the canadain bulldogs. If they do that, gold is in their future. He's should have a solid future, if he stays outta trouble.
Carlito
He has his work cut out for him. The wwe can't push everyone and he's gotta deal with Hardy, Kennedy, and MVP wanting that main event spot. OH yea, HHH isn't going to help any. Great talent, but can he change his attitude and ethics?
Brain Kendrick
I like it. He's a likable guy, and i think Jeff Hardy is going to help him on SD. I think this is going to be a fun time in Kendricks career. He's on his own, the pressure won't be that high. I think SD is going to use him right.
Maria
Niice
Shelton
Should've stayed on ECW, my friend. I'd be surprised if he saw mid card gold on SD this year.
ECW
Matt Hardy
Good for ecw, bad for Matt Hardy. He's the right size for ECW. It will be good to see him in a leadership role. I hope this doesnt hurt his status, when its time to leave ecw.
Mark Henry
I really like this pick. I think he's earned a top spot, and ECW would be a great place for him now. Monster heel, not like a face monster champ in kane. Hopefully he can stay healthy because i see him doing big things in ecw.
Finlay & Hornswoggle
Someone asked me a few weeks back what i'd do with finlay. I said i'd bring back more a hardcore gimmick. It looks like Finlay will continue to be a bad ass in ECW. I like it.
SuperCrazy
He's going to be putting on great matches on ECW now. Another good/great move.
Overall thoughts
Pretty good draft. Only a few picks outta 27 i really didnt like. I think ECW lost a lot of young talent, but gained some veterns. WHich will make room for more young talent. (Hopefully Colt Cabana) I think Raw simply changed things up and really didnt get any better. SD i think got a lot better. If Vickie goes, i think SD will be the A show. Raw has the talent, i simply don't care for the raw talent as much. SD has a lot exciting guys, and stars waiting to shine. Plus you got JR to set the stage for the action. I'd say the big winner is SD.