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Today was a rough day for WWE staff for a number of reasons. One, obviously was the passing of Howard Finkel, but there was also the fallout of yesterday's cutbacks as staff came over the shock of the day. Today, they were acclimating themselves to the new normal of so much of the company being on furlough or let go. One person felt at least 40% of the company was gone today vs. yesterday and I've had four different people mention having some form of "survivor's guilt" over friends and co-workers being gone while they remained. It was a rough day, especially since those remaining have far more on their plate than usual going forward and now have less manpower to get the work done. Cuts were across the board in every division. We are told that the live events division was especially hit hard since there aren't any events currently and the digital area of the company also suffered deep cuts as well. Those who were furloughed were told the company hoped to have them back by July and that the company would cover their benefits during this time. There are, obviously, a lot of people wondering if and when they will return to WWE.
The released WWE main roster talents would have the traditional 90-day no compete, which would make them available for other promotions around 7/15.
Howard Finkel's passing, deservedly, has been picked up by a lot of mainstream media outlets.
The WWE Network has added carousels for "The Best of Howard Finkel" as well as "Forgotten Attitude Era Stars" and Shocking NXT Tournament Moments.
WWE Network News is reporting that 1992 and 1993 episodes of WWF Superstars will be added to the WWE Network soon.
Mike Bennett, formerly Mike Kanellis, has opened a Pro Wrestling Tees store at this link.
Drake Maverick has also opened a Pro Wrestling Tees store at this link.
Ronda Rousey posted the following video:
The 5/30 WWE NXT event in Casselberry, Florida has been postponed to 7/25.
WWE released the following videos:
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