RAW 7/02/2012

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Thoughts?

I'm on my iPad at the moment and hate typing on it. However, I'll jump to my laptop in a second to giv my thoughts.

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I really don't want to bash Raw/WWE too much because there are things they are doing right. Example: We are seeing new talent. However, I'd give last night's show a C+ to a B-. I'll try not to analyze and complain about everything.

The opening segment was very good, especially Jericho/Bryan. [Actually, the backstage Jericho/Bryan segment was even better: "EeeeVAR AGAIHN!" / "YES!" Jericho had me rolling.] Also, I liked Kane's part here too, but I'm tired of having HEELPOWERFULBEAST Big Show take people out. It's believable, but wasn't Kane doing the same thing not too long ago? I'm REALLY ready for Show to retire, and that's not a knock at him. It's just overdone. Cena... was Cena. Rather than have Show take everyone out, they should have had security break them up. It just stamps the fact that Show wins now, loses later. It's the WWE method.

As much as I love the four on four tag team idea, it was pretty bad. I want Christian to rise up in the WWE, but this isn't the best way. Otunga... this may be unpopular... but is entertaining these days. I'd like to see his get a bigger spotlight. Let's see how he does and how the fans react. He is funny and looks great! Oh, why were all the good guys "bullying" Otunga? Basically, WWE, who has taking a stand on bullying, shows that you can get back at a bullying by ganging up on him. Oh, Clay is a fun character.

ADR/Cara was a nightmare, even if it was for angle progression. Let's see if Cara can redeem himself, k?

AJ? Cute. I liked the storyline <--- Notice that's past tense. I just hate how that's the center of the show/WWE now.

I don't care about Lesnar/HHH. I thought Lesnar was coming back as a regular. Cena "beat" him. It's done. However, I'd like Lesnar to officially retire HHH.

I used to like Sheamus. I mean, I do like him, but he's just not working for me as a face anymore. The title is in limbo, I guess. WWE wants STONE COLD ORTON~! I honestly don't want Orton back... unless he's heel... and clean.

I like what they're doing with Slater. I knew Doink wasn't the main attraction. Even without reading spoilers, I figured it was DDP. It was good to see him. However, this just feels so... scripted. Yes, it is SPORT'S ENTERTAINMENT. However, put Slater in a match. Have him bash Legends before the match... then someone comes out. Logic: Why would Slater keep coming out if this keeps happening?

I'm glad Kidd is getting a push. We'll see how it goes, but it could be because so many top guys are out. Also, I miss his old look.

Tensai? I had high hopes. He was a beast in Japan. If they repackage him, I'll die laughing. That's WWE's fix to all things. Yes, we know that Ryback was Skip. Yep.

The ending was pretty weak. I'd rather AJ jump through the table to get attention.

Sorry if this is filled with typos.

By the way, I hope this three hours of Raw will bring some more wrestling with mid-carders getting some time to shine.