WWE SmackDown gained its new identity of sorts in 2002. The blue brand finally emerged from the shadows of RAW as a result of the brand extension. The brand split allowed WWE to address the issues of ...

While retrospecting on the past few years in pro wrestling, it seems as if none of them will be remembered as a whole for being one of the greatest years in history. Of course, each year had its share ...

WWE Vengeance made a quick return to PPV. After debuting the name in December of 2001, the next edition came in July of 2002. The name was quickly becoming a staple of WWE's business model. This ...

Like any year, you could split WWE's 2002 with a firm line between good and bad. Unlike any other year, '02 thrilled fans with a nostalgic second helping of Hulkamania, then horrified them with an ...

This article was corrected on July, 1, 2002. World Wrestling Entertainment, saw its profits plunge 16% and revenues drop 7.9% in fiscal 2002. WWE’s annual financial report put a rubber stamp to the ...

Brock Lesnar burst onto WWE's main roster scene in 2002 on the post-WrestleMania 18 episode of RAW. In a recent podcast appearance, former WWE star Mideon explained why Jacob Fatu reminds him of The ...

WWE RAW underwent a couple of monumental changes in 2002. The red brand hosted the first-ever draft lottery episode wherein brand exclusivity came into effect. The brand extension was soon followed by ...