Randy Orton

[The Hammer]

This I picked up from The Honkytonk Man's website:



Break Another Leg Randy
Posted by: Kenai Andrews on April 16, 2006

Randy Orton is in the doghouse. This much is clear.

As many wrestling fans are aware by now, word broke that Orton was officially suspended indefinitely by the WWE around April 4 for unprofessional conduct (allegedly verbally abusing a hotel attendant.) This suspension apparently has a 60 day minimum. Fans have since clamored on both sides of the fence in terms of whether the suspension was warranted or not.

Who is the World Heavyweight champion again? It’s funny what can overshadow the big picture these days in the former federation. Whoever the champ is, he/she has got to be fuming.

I firmly believe unprofessional conduct needs to be checked at the door, particularly the unnecessary conduct that Orton allegedly displayed at the hotel. I still cram to understand why a guy with his status needs to feel good shouting down a hotel employee in front of his girl. If an indefinite campout in the wilderness is the discipline, so be it.

I’ve heard a lot of good things about Randy, from both fans and fellow workers alike so to be fair, he could have been having a messed up day, with the attendant being at the wrong place at the wrong time. God knows, therefore I assume Mr.McMahon, Shane and HBK do as well, it could happen to anyone.

The bottom line is yes, the suspension is warranted. Many people unfamiliar with professional wrestling already harbor ignorant perceptions about the industry; incidents like these do not help anyone.

Besides, he needs to tend to his broken ankle courtesy of Mr. Angle. And if you believe that, I have some Toronto Maple Leaf playoff tickets for sale to the highest bidder.

The real question is Randy being required to perform daily penance in the heavenly O Brothers! chapel.

If so, break another leg, man. You’re gonna need it.

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[acezappa]

I think Randy Orton is a pretty good wrestler. He was on his way to the top, and he had to be a jerk, so I think he's getting exactly what he deserves. And from everything I've ever heard, this isn't an isolated incident. He is apparently pretty hated backstage by most of the top guys (management and performers) and that he is very disrespectful of women in particular, and the cocky arrogance he exudes on TV is essentially him in person. I know a lot of people have been upset over this saying he's such a huge loss to the show, but if he's such a huge jerk, then he needs to learn a lesson.

[superworker]

My 2 cents worth...Orton....too much too soon.

[GarvinStomp]

I think Orton is immature and insecure at the same time, which can be a dangerous combination. Superworker may be right as well, too much too soon. I a couple of years he may be more mature and able to handle it better.

[bobbyryates]

what superworker said...i agree completely.

[jblcenafan]

Randy Orton is a great worker , he has his demons but I am sure things will work out in the end.