Understanding who was being "pushed" (given a winning streak) and why.
Before the internet, newsletters were physical publications mailed to subscribers. Two publications stand at the center of this movement: Pro Wrestling Newsletters
Tracking TV ratings, pay-per-view buyrates, and attendance figures as a measure of a promotion’s success. Understanding who was being "pushed" (given a winning
A long-standing source for reliable, verified information on WWE and AEW. A long-standing source for reliable, verified information on
Pro wrestling newsletters are more than just gossip columns; they are the historians of the industry. While promoters initially hated them for "exposing the business," they eventually realized that these "insiders" were their most loyal and highest-spending customers. Today, the line between the newsletter and the product is blurred, with wrestlers often performing specifically to impress the critics who once operated in the shadows.
Founded by Dave Meltzer in 1982. It became the gold standard for reporting on backstage politics, contract negotiations, and international wrestling. Meltzer’s "Star Rating" system for matches remains one of the most influential (and debated) metrics in the industry.