Jim Ross updated the blog section of JRsbarbq.com. The following items are among the highlights.

-Ross on Bryan Danielson and WWE: "I watched ROH’s Bryan Danielson wrestle in Oakland and I told any one who would listen that the young man is a keeper. Great work ethic, unique skills, lots of character, and he wrestles like he is a 'star' which is not something all wrestlers can do. I wished Bryan good luck as I left the arena in Oakland Monday and he went back to speaking with Shawn Michaels which can’t be a bad thing for Bryan. Not unlike the CAC (Cauliflower Alley Club) the WWE might be well served to help subsidize the ROH as they seem to be one of the most viable entities when it comes to developing talent."

Powell's POV: Ross made a very good point about Danielson wrestling like a star. He definitely carries himself in that way while he's in the ring. As for WWE subsidizing ROH, I think it would be a wise decision on WWE's part to help themselves by helping a promotion that has been a launching pad for several WWE and TNA talents. Of course, ROH would have to accept WWE's help.

-Ross on Bret Hart's next book: "Bret is looking at writing a novel, not about wrestling, and is headed to Rome to do some research on his concept. He told me some of his ideas which I will keep close to the vest for the time being but needless to say I was interested as I am a fan of the genre of which Bret intends to write.

"The Hitman physically looked excellent and is working out post stroke and it shows. No, Bret doesn’t have one more match left in him and I don’t think that he has any real regrets about that fact. I do think that Bret’s current book, a must read for any wrestling fan, without fail, has the chops to possibly be a compelling TV series, specifically on premium cable, as the colorful characters and the journey Bret has been on since day one is pretty amazing when one looks at the total number of 'miles traveled.'"

Powell's POV: It sounds like Bret is taking the new project seriously if he's traveling to Rome to do research. I'd watch a series based on Bret's career. It could be very entertaining if it's done right. For that matter, it could be very entertaining for all the wrong reasons if it's done poorly.

-Ross on the upcoming WWE 24/7 Legends Roundtable panel: "Speaking of WWE 24/7 and the Legends Roundtable, one of my favorite things to do on TV these days, another is scheduled for next week in Stamford, Ct to be hosted by Mean Gene Okerlund and will feature panelists Ric Flair, Mick Foley, JBL and yours truly. I heard we were going to discuss (and cuss) factions or groups in wrestling and wrestling’s most significant moments which covers lots of ground and many generations. All the panelists are somewhat combative and opinionated which should make for some interesting 24/7 content. Plus if one just happens to have a social beverage prior to the "roll tape time" things can get a little heated and unpredictable. I like it."

Powell's POV: Sold. I'm ordering WWE 24/7.

Other topics include Ross's first visit to the Cauliflower Alley Club convention, Steve Austin, Hulk Hogan's appearance on "Larry King Live."

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