OFF THE RECORD

w/ Michael Landsberg

   
MATCH: OPPONENTS: EVENT: VENUE:
Crimson Glory Championship #1 Contendership FUBAR; Rayne Phoenix & Abaddon CMW VENDETTA PPV DUBLIN IRELAND

The scene opens to show the familiar logo of TSN's popular show Off the Record. After a few moments the camera switches to a close up off OTR host Michael Landsberg, just after the announcer stops with the introduction Michael Landsburg begins with his introductions.

MICHAEL LANDSBERG: Welcome to a very special edition of Off the Record. Today I have the pleasure of speaking with one of my all time favorite guests, independent wrestling star Falcon, and that is not all. We will also be joined by famous wrestling writer and Falcon's brother in-law Johnny Pelf. Among the topics we will be discussing today are Falcon's return to the CMW live on Pay-Per View next Tuesday when the CMW brings Vendetta live from Dublin Ireland. We will also discuss some of the biggest stories in the world of sports today like the NHL Lockout. But enough with the intro's let's get down to business.

The camera switches to a longer shot and shows both Falcon and Johnny sitting on either side of Michael. There is a coffee table in between the three men. Sitting on the coffee table is three coffee mugs. Falcon is wearing a dark H2K t-shirt and black jeans. Johnny is wearing a black pinstriped Armani suit and Michael is wearing a dark long sleeve shirt and matching pants.

FALCON: It's great to be here once again Michael.

JOHNNY PELF: It's a pleasure to finally be a guest Michael.

MICHAEL: It's great to have you both here. First off Falcon, there has been a ton of speculation to the true reason why you left the CMW. For the record would you like to take this time and explain once and for all?

FALCON: What kind of speculation have you personally heard Michael?

MICHAEL: Well for one, the reason you left the CMW is because you were unhappy with the fact that you lost to Darrell Music. Another that I have heard is you were caught backstage in a "compromising" position with a female CMW Wrestler.

FALCON: Well Michael I will say for the record that I honestly left the CMW to be at home with my wife Denise. At that moment in time there was nothing more important to me then being at Denise's side and being with her through all the complications that arose during her pregnancy.

MICHAEL: What kind of complications are we talking about?

JOHNNY: I don't think that we will get into that here Michael, if you don't mind. Not only was it very hard on Falcon and Denise, but the entire Family was along for the ride.

FALCON: Let me just say that on more then one occasion we all thought that we were going to lose not only the baby, but Denise as well.

MICHAEL: I can respect that, and I am sure that the people watching at home can respect that as well. Would you mind if I asked you the name of your child?

FALCON: That is something that I have absolutely no problem answering. My son's name is Anthony Shawn Sinclair. He is named after my two brothers who passed away when I was a young boy.

MICHAEL: I'm sorry to hear that. I will say that that is something that I never knew before. Since you are about to make your return not only to pro wrestling, but the CMW as well, is it safe to assume that both Mother and Son are doing well?

JOHNNY: They couldn't be doing any better. Mine and Denise's parents have moved in with Denise and Falcon and are helping not only Denise, but Falcon adjust to live with a child.

FALCON: And I honestly can't thank them enough for being there. If it wasn't for there love and support I honestly don't know if I could have gotten through the last few months.

MICHAEL: That is great to know, but moving along. Since your return to CMW television you have talked at length about your desire to regain the Crimson Glory Championship and your return match, should you win, will set you up for a shot almost right away. What are thoughts about the whole situation?

FALCON: Well Michael let me just say that I couldn't be happier. It is about time that CMW started giving me the push that not only I, but my fans know that I deserve. After I win this match, which I know I will, I will beat the ever loving hell out of that pretender Mickey Boy and take back that which is rightfully mine. The Crimson Glory Championship.

JOHNNY: That's right Michael. Last time Falcon was the Crimson Glory Champ, he was put through the wringer. Mostly because at the time he was associated with that pathetic stable Seek and Destroy.

MICHAEL: I wouldn't say that Seek and Destroy were pathetic. Predator was the longest reigning Crimson Glory Champion in CMW history at the time.

FALCON: And the ONLY reason Predator held that belt as long as he did is because he wouldn't get in ring with me. He knew that I would kick his ass if we ever met in the ring. That is the reason why Predator approached me to join Seek and Destroy. He wasn't my friend he was afraid of me. I think the Predator's philosophy on life was keep your friends close and your enemies closer. I never joined Seek and Destroy to further my own career, I joined because I wanted to earn Predator's trust then turn on him and finally get him to face me in the ring.

MICHAEL: Speaking of Predator, do either of you have any idea where he is these days?

JOHNNY: From what I have learned Predator has gone into hiding and has retired from pro wrestling. I honestly believe he did so because he heard Falcon was coming back.

FALCON: You know I heard something like that.

MICHAEL: On that note we have to take a commercial break. When we come back that man *points to Falcon* will discuss the arrival of the CMW's strangest Superstar FUBAR.

The camera fades to another screen with the words "Quirky Fact" across the top

QUIRKY FACT: JOHNNY PELF started out as a backstage announcer for the now defunct Mid-Western Mayhem Promotion (MMP). A job that he got thanks to Falcon. After the MMP Johnny started his current job as an independent wrestling writer who has worked for the OWA, XWA, SFW and of course the CMW. He also briefly had a weekly column on the official Seek and Destroy website.

The camera fades to commercial. After the commercial break the camera fades back in to reveal the three men carrying on a  conversation as the OTR music plays.

MICHAEL: Welcome back to OTR. In case you are just joining us my guests today are CMW star Falcon and his brother in-law Johnny Pelf. Next week Falcon you find yourself in a match with Rayne Phoenix, Abaddon and man known simply as F.U.B.A.R. What if any are your thoughts on having to meet this maniac in the ring?

FALCON: Well Michael not a whole lot is known about this FUBAR. But from what I have seen he is a man of immense power, which makes him extremely dangerous. If he is a legitimate psycho it only adds to how dangerous he is. What scares me about him is the fact that he is a complete unknown. But seeing as he is standing in my way from regaining my Crimson Glory Championship I will do whatever it takes to get past him and the other two men involved in this match.

MICHAEL: Speaking of the other two men involved in the match do you have any thoughts about them?

FALCON: First off there is Rayne Phoenix, who is one of the legitimate greats here in the CMW. He has great matches with all of the greats that have passed through the doors of the CMW, with the exception of one man. Me. Next week Rayne Phoenix and I will finally meet in the ring and when the dust is cleared I will be the only man left standing. Don't get me wrong Michael, Rayne is going to be a huge threat in the match, but he is nowhere near as good as I am. I am quite simply the greatest technical wrestler to ever step into a ring here in the CMW. I've also been an professional wrestler a lot longer then most men on this roster. I am a two time former World Champion in other promotions. Here in the CMW I have won two of the feds most recognized championships.

MICHAEL: Those being the Crimson Glory Championship of course and the CMW Tag Team Championship, which you won with your protégé the late Tiny.

JOHNNY: Don't you think Falcon of all people knows that?

FALCON: Relax Johnny, Michael was just reminding all the idiot wrestling fans out there.

MICHAEL: That is something that I have never heard from you before Falcon. I always thought that you cared more about the fans then most wrestlers these days. I know for a fact that for a fact you give up more of your free time to help out charities then any other celebrate on the planet.

FALCON: That may have been true in the past, but you of all people should know that things change. For years I gave, and gave, and gave to the fans and got nothing in return. While I was off and being with my wife I came to a realization that I would get nowhere in my career if I continued to give into the fans demands. I now do things my own way and if the fans can't understand that then they can shove it right up their @$$#$$.

JOHNNY: As you can probably tell Michael this is a brand new Falcon. Falcon has finally become the man that I always knew he could. He has a lovely wife, a beautiful baby boy, and one of the most talked about comebacks in the entire world of pro wrestling. The only downside at the moment is that Falcon has to make his return in the absolute worst country on the planet IRELAND.

MICHAEL: Getting back to the subject at hand. Your match in Dublin is a Four Way and you have only talked about two of your opponents. FUBAR and Rayne Phoenix, which leaves Abaddon.

FALCON: Well Michael I really don't have a whole lot to talk about a generic big man, which is all Abaddon is. He is 7'6" which by the way is two inches taller then Tiny was, but who honestly cares about that kind of wrestler anymore these days? I know I don't, when I was out and I would watch wrestling on TV I would tune into the lighter wrestlers because there matches are a hell of a lot more entertaining then an all big man match.

MICHAEL: Are you just saying that because you are a former Cruiserweight?

FALCON: Not entirely. Sure I was a former Cruiserweight Wrestler and World Champion in the weight class, but I also look at it from a fans stand point. The typical wrestling fan gets more excited watching two cruiserweights wrestle a fast paced match then sitting through a match of nothing but punches and kicks. I myself try to incorporate all styles into my own. That is why I am widely considered around the world as the greatest technical wrestler on the planet today.

MICHAEL: With that said we have to go to commercial once again. When we come back Falcon and Johnny will give their opinion on the current NHL lock out.

With that said the camera fades once again to the "Quirky Fact" screen.

QUIRKY FACT: FALCON met his wife Denise while wrestling for the Outlaw Wrestling Alliance (OWA) where she was working as an announcer. A job that her brother Johnny helped her get. The two got engaged and married within a year of first meeting. Also Falcon's original wrestling weight was 171 lbs when he made his pro debut at the age of 16.

After the commercials are over the camera comes back in and shows the wide shot of the three men once again. The camera switches back to a close up on Michael Landsburg and he begins to speak as the OTR music fades out.

MICHAEL: Welcome back to Off the Record. For those of you just joining us my guests are returning CMW Superstar Falcon and his brother in-law Johnny Pelf. Getting right back to business let's talk about the current lock out in the NHL. The owners have finally said enough is enough and have locked the players out. The players on the other hand have stated that they do not want a salary cap, which is what the owners want. Who if anyone is at fault here?

JOHNNY: Well Michael in my opinion the owners have created this mess by raising the contracts to the level that they are currently at. Now that the teams are losing money they want to take away what they have given the players. That is not the way to do business. I personally feel that since the owners created this mess they shouldn't blame the players for denying their proposal to slash salaries. Last time the NHL had a strike in '94 the players weren't after higher pay checks they wanted a better wage and compensation package for NHL alumni. Which is a great thing. Entry level players were given a cap on what they could be paid as a base salary, but there was no limit on the incentive and signing bonuses. Hell if someone gave me a million dollars to sign a contract your damn right I am going to sign the contract. If the owners were smart and cut away all of the bonuses and gave players their base salary and left it at that the league would be better off. As for a salary cap come up with a realistic amount. Thirty One Million may be realistic for a basketball team, but not a professional hockey league.

MICHAEL: Those are some great points Johnny. Do you have anything to add Falcon?

FALCON: The way I see it I work twice as hard and get a far lot less they the average NHL player. So I could care less either way. Besides I don't have time to watch the NHL considering that I wrestle just about every night in order to make ends meet. So Michael why don't we get back to the only thing that matters to me at the moment the CMW.

MICHAEL: Okay, since your return to the CMW you have mentioned on more then one occasion that you want to teach Harmony Hart a lesson. Why have you targeted one of the most popular CMW Stars of all time, and why do you feel that she belongs "Bare foot, pregnant and in the kitchen"?

FALCON: The answer to that is simple Michael. Harmony Hart is too stupid to realize that her career has been more luck then skill. Other then nice eye candy there really isn't much to her. I plan on teaching Harmony a wrestling lesson she will never forget. For far too long the CMW has been under her spell and I plan on freeing all morons from her influence. Hell if Caleb wasn't the owner here I highly doubt she would have ever gotten a shot at the World Championship. Then they fed her jobber after jobber so she could retain the belt. I for one am glad to see the belt now around the waist of John Raide. Hopefully he, with my help of course, lead the CMW back to the promised land.

MICHAEL: What do you mean by "With my help?" Are you   saying that you aligned with the current CMW World Champion?

FALCON: Hell No. All I am saying is that know that I am back I can help the World Champion bring the CMW back to the top. You see Michael my return to the CMW gives the roster a legitimate wrestler on the roster.

JOHNNY: Besides Michael once Falcon regains the Crimson Glory Championship you can bet your @$$ that he will be gunning for the CMW World Championship.

FALCON: You know Johnny that is one HELL of an idea. Once I have regained the Crimson Glory Championship I am going to challenge whoever the CMW World Champion to a match and prove to the entire world that I am the greatest champion to step foot into a ring in the CMW.

MICHAEL: We have to take one more commercial break. When we come back we will play word association with both Falcon and Johnny Pelf.

The Camera fades once again to the "Quirky Fact" screen.

QUIRKY FACT: JOHNNY PELF is currently engaged to Falcon's former Girlfriend and Manager Troy. Falcon and Troy originally met when he was 17 while he was wrestling in Mexico. Falcon and Troy were together for nearly 8 years before they broke up.

The Camera fades back in from the commercial break and shows Falcon taking a drink out of his glass. The camera changes to show Michael Landsburg. As the OTR music dies down Michael begins to speak.

MICHAEL: Welcome back to OTR. I am joined by CMW Superstar Falcon and his brother in-law Johnny Pelf. At this time I am going to toss names out and both Johnny and Falcon are going to give their first thoughts. Let's get started. First John Raide.

FALCON: One hell of a lucky wrestler.

JOHNNY: A man who is going to lose when he meets Falcon in the ring.

MICHAEL: Caleb Hart

JOHNNY: A lucky, lucky man. What can I say he gets to go home every night and live most men's fantasies. Not mine of course I am completely happy with my fiancée.

FALCON: A true wrestling genius. The man sure knows how to not only promote himself but he knows how to correctly promote everyman and woman in the CMW locker room.

MICHAEL: Before we go could you explain the T-Shirt Falcon?

Falcon looks down at his t-shirt before he begins to speak.

FALCON: H2K was a stable that I was a part of back in 1999-2000. At the time we were trying to cash in on the popularity of the Four Horsemen.

MICHAEL: That's cool. Anyway I hate to cut this short but we are out of time. I want to thank both of my guests today for coming out. Be sure to check out CMW's Pay-per View Vendetta next week to see Falcon's in-ring return. For Off the Record I am Michael Landsburg.

The OTR music starts up and the camera pans around the set as the camera fades to black.

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Entrance Music: Don't you wish you were me by Chris Jericho