Raw/ Edge Comment retiring part 1
I can't say anyone really saw that coming. I never knew he had so many problems with injury.
We'll try and keep everything in one thread shall we?
Your favourite matches, memories, promos, the fate of his title, Hogan talking shit, Cena's speech etc. all here.
EDIT: Some details from WWE.com, thanks to Will94 for posting:
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The Rated-R Superstar had been suffering numbness and uncontrollable trembling in his arms and hands. This is not the first time Edge has experienced these symptoms of nueropraxia. An MRI administered at Atlanta Midtown Diagnostic Imaging last Monday was sent to Dr. Joseph Maroon, a renowned neurosurgeon and professor of neurosurgery at The Pittsburgh School of Medicine. After careful examination of the MRI, it was determined that Edge would never be cleared to compete again, and thus, he is forced to retire.
In 2003, Edge underwent a two level spinal fusion of the discs between his C5, C6 and C7 vertebrae. After being cleared to compete, The Rated-R Superstar returned to the ring, resulting in stenosis of the spine, or a narrowing of the spinal column, above and below the fused discs. This narrowing resulted in less and less of the vital fluid needed to protect the spinal cord. Medical professionals cannot clear Edge to compete ever again in WWE since doing so could result in paralysis or even death.
I'm glad
So, is the Edge retirement announcement kayfabe or legit? Thoughts? I think it's real, I will miss Edge...so many memories he gave me as a teen. Thanks Adam!
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I am proud and sad that I saw Edge's last ever WWE match in Atlanta LIVE in person at WrestleMania 27...thank you Edge.
I don't know what to think. Leaning towards the *it's for real* direction. Moment felt awkward with no E/C hug.
Really heartwrenching farewell speech. It legit, thanks for everything. So...Christian vs. ADR at ER?
Seemed very legit to me.
Shattered if this isn't kayfabe. Even though he's stale, I still had hopes for an E/C feud.
Feels phony, especially with the half-assed send-off walking in the back. The entire episode has had several forced plot points. Even Edge's speech didn't seem genuine at first. Especially after John Cena's "farewell" where he was back the same night, I'm surprised so many people are buying into this. We've heard he wanted to retire for a couple years now. I wouldn't be surprised if this fed into an angle that actually did see him out, but no way is that the last time you see him in the ring this year.
Looks legit to me.
well he had a great career. good for him if he get's out before he puts himself in a chair.
Vickie broke character so it must be legit
From PWi..take it for what it's worth. For those who are wondering, the Edge retirement speech was 100% legitimate and real. We were told by a company source earlier this evening that when the major announcement was made tonight, it was not an angle and not storyline. The story that Edge told about medical tests coming back and showing there was a new issue with his neck and being advised he must retire are true. He was basically handed a mic and told to go out and say goodbye however he wanted.
I think this is just a set-up for a Edge/Christian feud. Heel Christian vs. Face Edge, ftw!
hope its kayfabe but i guess if it was ADR would have came out THANK YOU EDGE!!!
It's real. Pwinsider confirmed it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqciu0l8ydk
7:48 or so in the video, you can see he grabs his neck immediately after the spear.. seems legit to me.
Must be really serious if they aren't even milking it for a standard PPV, this is way too abrupt, they aren't even milking it to boost Smackdown ratings.
It was definitely weird to see. I thought there was going to be something happening but nothing..
LOL a DIRTSHEET confirmed it.
I kept waiting for him to tell the crowd that he fooled them all and turned heel again.
I can't believe he has to retire. I'm glad he's leaving in good health. Thanks for the memories, Edge.
I guess he will have one last showing on Smackdown and Hug Christian
Really shocked by this.
wwe better call jericho or sd is fucked lol. they better send hhh over to sd imo
This was truly a sad moment. He had become one of my favorites after hating him for a long time in the past year. His last title run was phenomenal.
Another attitude legend leaves he will be missed.
Seemed pretty obviously real to me.. I'm not sure how anyone could think it was kayfabe.
Man, if this is for real then this sucks. All of the wrestlers I grew up watching are all retiring now. All the ones that's left from the Attitude Era are, Kane, Big Show, Mark Henry, HHH & Taker. I wish EDGE could stay for a couple of more years & have his last match against Christian. All I have left to say is THANK YOU EDGE!!!!!!!!!!!!
It's real to me. Edge is not a guy like Cena that say he's fired and come back the next day. It's a sad day and it's so random. Edge will be missed.
It was the first WWE promo for years where there wasn't a run-in. Take that for what it's worth.
Wow its a pretty sad day for wrestling fans and especially Canadians. If Jericho is done too it sure doesnt leave us with many ME level guys to cheer for.
One of my favorites growing up. If this is the end, thanks for the memories Edge.
At least he got to have that f*cking amazing match with Rey at Elimination Chamber only shortly before retiring. I wonder if the reason Christian was being booked so well before Mania had something to do with fears of Edge not being able to perform?
Bye Edge
I have to say I am really going to miss Edge. He is my favorite wrestler...personally I think a top 15 superstar on an all time list (all around character/charisma/wrestling etc.) A future hall of famer for sure. It's sad to see him go, but it is for the best especially if he was in bad health. I wish him good luck and farewell.
I am literally STUNNED....I knew edge was retiring soon, but this came OUT OF FUKIN NOWHERE!!!
THANK YOU EDGE! For all the excellent matches you've given us. All the best!
Randy Orton HAS to move to smackdown now...No doubt about that....
sucks, its always the guys that i liked that get injure or retire, why can't guys like primo, or chavo or big show retire, fuck , this sucks so bad,
I guess the IWC will never see that Edge/Christian feud that they all wanted so badly.
If I am to think about this from the perspective of the WWE, they are screwed on Smackdown in terms of top faces now Edge is gone. Christian can fill in for now but we all know he isn't a long term replacement. Who is going to fill the void on Smackdown? (Most likely after the draft)
He went down memory lane with his speech. Its legit and it sucks. Another Attitude Era wrestler gone. He will be missed.
Thank you, Edge.
Rock, Cena, HHH and Undertaker all had long promos last month that weren't interrupted. John Cena's fake retirement speech last year was also not interrupted. Not saying it's definitely fake, but that's the evidence.
Definitely legit...Did you notice how after he speared Brodus Clay on Friday's SmackDown he recoiled in pain. It's obviously a long-standing injury that was yet again re-aggravated prompting a further MRI scan, this one showing severe damage.
Edge is the first guy who I can say I watched his debut match in WWE and then watched him give his farewell speech. I feel old. And sad.
better for him to go now and not have a messed up neck for life though. edge will always reek of awesome much like christian but he sadly is getting older and with his neck problems it's not too surprising. best of luck to him after wrestling.
I was hoping for it to be fake, but i seems real legit. Thank You Edge.
thank you edge, one of the best of all time. He deserves more respect. Seriously, he literally almost died entertaining us, and it was his dream, and he lived it. No one else deserved that career more than Edge
Probably. That´s what I speculated about before Mania. It looked and felt like a feud between Christian and ADR, not Edge and ADR. I think Edge would have lost at Extreme Rules anyway and taken a break to heal his injuries. Now he aggrevated the injury and was forced to make this decision. Although I think we will see one more match from Edge. Either at WM in Toronto together with Christian or when Christian decides to retire. He can probably do a soft tag match safely as long as he keeps somewhat in shape. If it´s a work kudos to WWE. They haven´t written anything believable in years, which kind of makes it tough to believe they could pull off this long term storyline so convincingly.
Smackdown ads promoting Edge's career
Glad he found out and is getting out before he sustains any further damage, but this is definitely not what I expected when I sat down to watch Raw. While I found him a bit dull in recent times, he's an old favourite and I'll miss watching him strut to the ring.
Thank you Edge for the countless matches that entertained me over the years. Certainly puts a different spin on the draft, SD is in dire need of a big name.
Edge, we will miss you. Thank you, for everything. Maybe you may not have been that popular around here the past few years. But deep down, we will all miss you. Edgehead 4 Life.
For nothing else, I would like to thank Edge for taking part in filling my childhood with an infinite amount of laughter and entertainment. From 2000-2001 he helped give promo after promo that still make me chuckle to this day. Pair that with the plethora of gimmick matches he has risked his well being in order to entertain
each and every one of us, and I am grateful for his sacrifice. So thanks, Edge. One more thing, I want one last 5 second pose!
You people are gullible as fuck. But yea, it's probably true.
Haven't posted here in a while...
Edge was one of my first favorite wrestlers when I started watching in 2000. He and Christian both helped get me addicted to this thing, and is one of the reasons why I still watch. Hard to believe he's leaving, but he's had one hell of a career, and should be ashamed of absolutely nothing! Health wise, this is definitely for the best...but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't sad to see him go.
Thanks so much for giving us so many years of your life Edge. I'm gonna miss seeing you in the ring.
this... its just so devistating
Definitely legit... When he speared Brodus Clay on Friday Night SmackDown he looked like he re-aggravated his neck injury. Was carrying himself very awkwardly after that. With neck injuries, especially intense pain with symptoms specific of nerve injury (the parasthesia he was describing) I'm not surprised if that prompted WWE to get him another MRI scan, which I'm guessing showed more severe damage than that which had previously been seen. I wish him well as one of my favourite wrestlers of all time and hope he doesn't get any more of this "one more match" nonsense...
Well, if this is true, perhaps WWE will give Christian the world title and let him be the face of Smackdown...
... I gotta stop smoking this crack. But yeah, Edge will be missed. He's deteriorated a lot over the past 2 and a half years, but he's still a top face, gets great reactions, and was booked his strongest as World Champion ever. I mean yeah, he lost the title for a couple of hours to Ziggler via forfeit, but otherwise it was his longest and most credible reign as champion if you ignore that. I think they really do need to make Christian the face of SD now with Edge gone... although they'd probably go for Mysterio for that, or put Orton on SD and make him the top face on the show before that happens. But I guess we'll see what happens. I'm still praying it's all kayfabe and Edge still has at least a year left, and can get a feud with Christian out there. But it looks legit, Edge made it seem like it was legit, and if that's all she wrote for Edge, then so be it. He'll always be one of my two favorites of all time. Sadly the other one is on his last legs as well, so unless they have Barrett step up to the main event again before he's done, then the main event is going to be really dull for me for a while.
Edge is my 4th favorite wrestler of all time and now hes retired
Edge forever. Thank you so much for all the great matches and Memories. we love u man. Spear Spear Spear
pretty much why austin had to retire also. no such thing as a minor neck injury
Im sad and happy at the same time, I'm a huge fan of Edge and it sucks that he was force to retire. Although, I guess it was for the best because he could have ended up in worst shape. I really hope he is happy and healthy, that is all that matters.
At least this explains why he has been so bad in the ring the last few years.
im still not 100% convinced this is real but if it is then im really really sad from this. edge was and is my favorite wrestler of all time and it sux that he had to have his career shortened because of injury. however im happy that hes at least going to retire while in good health and not god forbid to end up in a wheelchair.
Im still going to hold out hope however faint this is that this is all an angle to give adr huge heat if he attackes edge tomm by the smackdown tapings. i doubt this is fake but im still going to hope.
anyway, im going to miss edge like crazy and i am just shocked and devastated by all of this and the suddeness of all of this. there isnt anybody in the wwe right now who is more entertaining than edge and because of that i really dont know who im supposed to mark for. maybe cody rhodes but thats it.
anyway my favorite wrestler of all time just retired is it ok if shed a couple of tears???
There goes my favourite of all time. FUCK. 2006 Edge was simple perfect IMHO. Thank you Edge, really. You will be missed.
Signed, an Edgehead.
I am truly shocked and saddened at the abrupt and devastating news. Thank you Edge. You were there through my childhood til now in my 20's. This is such a terrible feeling. Felt like my stomach just caved in on itself.
This sounds legit alright, I don't see why there would be an angle out of the blue like that saying he's retiring, if it was a work then there would of been rumblings and it would be more built up. All the childhood memories of watching E&C come back. Thank you Edge.
Never was real big fan of Edge but it still sucks that another creditable guy is gone from the roster. I feel like soon the E is gonna be in another transitional period...
If this is true sad to see him go out like this. If this is his last match at least he got to go out after winning mania even if it wasn't against his lifelong friend. Great wrestler and class act... Hope he can recover
thank you edge we will miss you
Weird that this comes out of no where. All because of a spear to Brodus? WWEs talent hole just got much much much much deeper.
i know this is random but Edge definatly had the best theme song on the roster
Im shocked and upset with Edge being forced to retire. Another Attuide guy bites the dust. Edge has always been entertaining. One of my faviorte Edge in ring moments was THAT spear on Jeff Hardy of the Ladder at WM17.
I've always been a fan of Edge, mostly as a team team with Cristian but nevertheless a fan.
'You Think You Know Me' Edge you will be missed. Let's hope this isn't the end of your WWE career, maybe he can come back as authorial figure of some sort.
Posted this in the Raw thread but I'll stick it here too.
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And finally, while I'm not Edge's biggest fan I was moved by his speech tonight. I'm happy that he's getting out before he could possibly do some real damage and hope he enjoys his retirement. You have to know that his time was up soon anyways. SD now has a huge ass gap to fill because while he wasn't at the level of a Taker or a Cena, he has played a pretty significant role on that roster. With him gone they are effectively without a top babyface and more importantly are seriously lacking star power. SD is pretty much fucked at this stage lol.
All of a sudden this is starting to become very real to me. HHH and Taker are out on part time schedules, HBK is retired, Jericho left and now Edge has retired too. We really are witnessing the end of an era. I don't really know how to feel about it all unfolding right in front of me. But I've said it before and I'll say it again. WWE are seriously fucked if they don't start making legitimate stars from these young guys and they need to start NOW.
Thank you Edge. You inspired me to grow as a person and to become a performer. thanks for everything :']
It's great that he's retiring now rather than carrying on competing and risking his health.
With that being said I'm still very shocked and sad at the fact that another one of my all time favorites has gone The WWE will really miss it's "Edge" now that the Rated-R Superstar has retired.
Thanks for the unbelievable memories and matches Edge. There will never be another "Ultimate Opportunist" like you!
*EDIT* I'll miss hearing this legendary theme:
If Christian ends up getting shit from this then fuck life
So the main question now is who will take the spot of the face of smackdown now? please not Rey, I would like Christian to take the spot but I doubt Vince would let it happen.
So who is left on Smackdown: Main Eventers: Alberto Del Rio Rey Mysterio Christian (?)Anymore?
I think I may just have to go back a re live the good old attitude days.
Uhh...what about Rock's return about a month and a half ago?
About damn time he retired, 5 years overdue. Now Vince better do the right thing and give Edge what he would want, a world title reign for Christian.....yeah, no chance in fucking hell, but it would be nice.
Cody Rhodes?
The draft really needs to happen sooner rather than latter. They could just pin Sin Cara on Smackdown for the time being?
I will miss him, but huge respect for him for leaving instead of risking permanent injury or death. Would have been very easy to say "one more match" and then have something tragic happen. I expect SmackDown will be big a sendoff for him with a proper Edge and Christian moment.
Now this leads to the question of the WHC. Will it be ADR vs. Christian for the vacant title? Will ADR be awarded the title for being the #1 contendor? Will we have a tournament or Battle Royale on SmackDown to crown a new champ?
Edge to be inducted into the Hall of Fame in Miami if the Rock isn't already lined up to headline it or at least some years down the line maybe if WM returns to Toronto?
It was a great retirement speech but really it was time for Edge to go even without the final injury. Can't see them making Christian a main eventer past EC so I don't know what they're going to do for Smackdown.
I know this is extreme wishful thinking....but maybe they put it on Christian until Extreme Rules where he drops it to ADR? Yeah, would make more sense to just keep it vacant until Extreme Rules, I suppose.
Edge just retires and all you two can think of is Christian. A little bit of respect never hurt anybody.
Orton will probably move to smackdown at the draft. That splits up the companies 2 top faces and gives smackdown some sorely needed star power. But damn....WWE is basically empty. If you don't count Trips, who has wrestled one match in the past year, we have Cena, Orton, Punk (not used), Mysterio, Del Rio, and Miz and arguably Christian. What a sad state.
Another childhood favorite...gone. He had a great career though, definitely one of my top superstars of all time.
Very sad for me to know that my favorite wrestler is retiring but at least I got a lot of great moments from him I can continue to watch. 11 time World Champion, KOTR, Royal Rumble winner and the ma with the most combined championship wins in WWE history. He truly did it all and retiring as WHC was just the cherry on it all.
Well, if Christian doesn't win this vacant title now he officially NEVER will (but we already knew that he wasn't gonna win one any way)
The one world title lifeline we had left for Christian was a program with Edge. Period.
It seemed like the seeds were planted for a summer Edge/Christian program (potentially for the title, but doesn't matter know), but things can change in a day and yet-a-fucking-gain the potential E & C feud never gets off the ground (but it's for the greater good because I would rather Edge leave now with his health someone intact).
I have an image in my head of one last 5 second pose that has Christian holding the belt and Edge right next to him. It's kind of like Eddie/Benoit type moment. It will not happen but I can't get it out of my head.
Thank you Edge for all of the memories. Edge deserves all of the respect in the world for going as long as he did with life-threatening injuries. I will miss Edge a lot and I want to thank him from the bottom of my heart for working his ass off in that ring to entertain us week after week for over a decade. He had a very long successful career, and the way he left was very classy. Gave us some of the best moments ever in the WWE. One of the best mic-workers ever, and he always put on great matches for the fans. Thank you Edge, have a great retirement, you have deserved it, and Edge and Christian Forever!!!!!!!!!!!!
Very unexpected, I wish him a happy retirement.
So all fingers seem to be pointing to this being 100% real, and Edge really has to hang it up. It's a shame that it had to end this way and so abruptly for him, but one can only be so happy that he is retiring in good health and not like he said he could have - "in a wheelchair".
Edge has had an incredible career and has always been one of the most iconic stars in WWE. He really defined passion in this business, and how dreams can come true in WWE. Holding the record for the most championships in the history of the WWE is a one hell of an accolade to have to his name. On top of that, having 11 World Title reigns to his name, puts him in that elite league of a select few that have broken the double digit World Title reigns. Even though his character has grown a bit stale in recent times, you still can't but respect him.
I know Edge has been working through a lot pain for quite some time right now, but I don't think he thought it was going to end so abruptly like this. I am really looking forward to Smackdown to see what happens when he vacates the World Title and what Christian's involvement will be with it. I hope he replaces Edge in the match with ADR, as the feud between Christian and Del Rio has really had a lot more intrigue and build behind it than the Edge and Del Rio rivalry. Maybe Edge will finally get his wish to see his best friend finally make it into the main event, and hopefully win the World Title...even if it's not against him. I just hope that if it happens, Edge comes out when Christian is celebrating with the belt.
All I want have left to say is "thank you" Edge, for everything you gave to entertain us...and God know's that was a lot. I will say one more thing about Edge that will live on in addition to his legacy, is that his entrance and theme music will go down as one of the best of all time...actually the best in my opinion. Honestly, it never got old. Thanks for the memories Edge.
Vince is probably trying to convince Jericho to come back as we speak.
Very glad he was responsible enough to not risk further injury. I wonder if he'll stick around as a personality or commentator?
If you watch the SD main event from last week, he spears Brodus Clay on the outside and immediately grabs his neck. Sucks, Edge was one of my favorites.
Oh man, this really sucks. I been watching Edge compete ever since I was 10 years old. He's been my favorite ever since he debuted. His announcement got me more emotional than other people retiring. Thank you Edge for entertaining me for more than 12 years.
Even though I wasn't really a fan of Edge, still have respect for him. Pretty shocked by the news.
Orton to smackdown is the best move if hes willing to do it. Its funny now that he's gone we see just how important Edge was to smackdown and how much he has held that show up by himself for years.
Thanks for the memories Edge, A true legend!
Wow, i'm very, very surprised and shocked by the news. Thank you Edge. He will always be one of my all time favourites.
Besides Shawn and HHH, probably the greatest in-ring performer of this generation besides them is Edge, and I stand by that
Why should I? He didn't retire after he was broken down and boring, he's been half assing it for years and taking up a much needed spot that somebody else could've used. He was one of my favourites.....once, but those days are over. Since 2007, he's been crap and I've been waiting for him to stop sucking the energy out of the broadcast for a long time. The last useful thing he can do is be used as a catalyst to get the world title on Christian. If it takes him retiring to do that, then so be it, I don't care.
Even for you this is ridiculous. You can never complain again about anything I say about Miz or Mexican JBL after saying Edge has been crap since 07. I know you don't care about wrestling but go watch all of the great matches Edge has had since then. Then go watch Miz's it will be a very short watch for Miz meanwhile Edge could easily fill up a two disc DVD.
great speech but about time he left. he's been crap for like 3 years.
yeah, i actually have to agree. Edge was practically falling apart, yet he still performed better than most of the roster, even this year he pulled some great matches, and some awesome promos. Hes just amazing. He deserves respect
Wow, what a disrespectful thing to say
I wonder if you would say that to him if you had the chance. So fucking disrespectful for somebody that was once a so called favorite. Things aren't always as black and white as you make them out to be. At least give him the night before you go yapping about Christian AGAIN.
True. If they don't send Orton there then I really don't know what they are planning to do with the show. I mean, the only other option would be to send HHH but he doesn't want a full time schedule anymore. Other than Orton there's nobody else to fill the gap. He pretty much HAS to make the move imo.
i was a huge edge fan from 2000 then him kotr at 2001 and his matches with angle eddie benoit and mystireo then it was the year injury when he was ready for being a face champion with the edgeheads and all of that after wm 20 he back and made him self an icon as one of the best heel ever to me ending his career with the royal rumble and some main events at mania
he love it from hogan vs warrior he was there at wm 6 all the way to wm 18 he fight on the same arena
another attitude star has gone .. hope him all good in his future a great hall of famer thank u edge
Thank you EDGE.....THANK YOU
Thank You for helping to make Tag Team Wrestling as great as WWF Championship match
Thank You for moments we will NEVER forget
Thank You for a live sex celbration which will NEVER be seen again
Thank You for putting your body on the line night in and night out for the fans
Thank You for walking away with your HEALTH still intacted
Just thank you for 13 rated R years in the WWE
To VINCE & the "writers"....FUCK YOU...for saying NO to Edge vs Christian @ WM 27 (sorry that's the E & C mark coming out)....at least we have their 2001 fued.
smh some people on this forum needs to seriously get their asses kicked no respect at all
Well it's pretty clear you don't have much respect for the older guys. It's not easy to hang it up when it's all you know and love. Sometimes you need to appreciate the positive aspects and stop dwelling on the things that you didn't like. Looking back at Edge's career he was one of the best superstars the WWE has ever produced and all you care about is your beloved Christian becoming a World Champ at the expense of his retirement.
I know you will because it is how you are but this is a huge lack of respect and in all honesty I am surprised that you say this stuff about someone you claim used to be one of your favorites. Edge had a **** match a month ago at Elimination Chamber and that is based on a lot of opinions not just mine. His matches against Taker, Jericho and Ziggler have been great as well not to mention great multi man matches he has been in. His character has been stale for a couple of years but he still been very good in the ring.
shit i had no idea he was in such bad shape, better going out now than sticking it out and ending up like Bret Hart
Indeed he does deserve that respect. Fuck the haters or people that have turned on him over the years.
And Hiplop...I see we have the same taste in signature GIFs. Best entrance ever.
Because this business is all about what have you done for me lately. I do respect when he was good in the past, but he's not good now, and if you're not good NOW, then get out.
He will be missed
Once again, Thank You Edge
So the Miz can get out, because he is not good. Edge on his worst day is better
Total lack of disrespect for one of the all-time greats. Yeah Edge was slowly losing it the past couple years but he was still putting on better matches than 75% of the roster, and that is something to be said. Edge was basically carrying along injuries for years and he fought through them until his doctors said he couldn't go anymore. He has been carrying Smackdown on his back full-time for 5-6 years and he is not someone you can just replace. He deserves a lot of respect for entertaining fans for over a decade. Everyone has the right to his or her own opinion but please show the man a little respect, he certainly deserves it.
Thank you Edge! So much I have been a fan of yours since 2002 thanks for everything!
I will always remember Edge spearing Jeff Hardy off the ladder ad WM 17. One of my favorite moments ever. You will always be missed.
Edge will be missed. I've been a fan since his days in the Brood.
Edge forever. On this day he sees clearly
I'm shocked. I was praying it's kayfabe, but it's just not the case. Really disappointing. Edge has always been one of my favourites and was one of the reasons I got hooked on the product in the first place back a long, long time ago. Just... unbelievable. Thank you for everything, Edge.
What a surprise, Pyro disrespecting another wrestler at a totally inappropriate time. I have a shit load of respect for the man. He loved/respected the business and did a great job of entertaining fans for years. May he have a long healthy life and I'm glad it didn't result in a serious injury.
It isn't shocking to me. He literally looked broken. The issues he's having right now could have easily killed him if he continued to wrestle. The numbness and tingling in his arms could lead to a heart attack or he'd be stuck in a wheelchair for the rest of his life. I hope he gets his health back on track and just chills out. Great run.
His feud with Angle was probably one of my all time favorites. Thank you Edge for everything, one of my all time favorite wrestlers and really has been helping to carry WWE for some time now
Whoever said disrespectful comments about Edge, does not know what it truly means to appreciate the legends of this fine business, no respect for legends, are no friends of mine
Edge will be missed. Was never a big fan of his but respected him.
Wow...you know what I just realized? That I saw Edge's last ever career WWE match in Atlanta LIVE in person at WrestleMania 27.
It's sad he was one of my favorites when I began to watch wrestling.To see that he's gone is just astounding........it's sad.....We will miss you edge....so much
I still can't believe the way it all went down, it came out of nowhere, and even writing this I am still a little shocked over it. Edge has been one of my favorites for a very long time, and seeing one of the guys I grew up watching and always wanted to become WWE Champion, finally win it at NYR 2006 was a mark out moment for sure. For me nothing will ever beat being in the ACC at Unforgiven 2006, Edge coming home as the WWE Champion, and putting on the best 1 on 1 TLC match to date was out of this world. And as Edge mentioned one of his favourite moments was main eventing WM24 with the Undertaker, as a huge Edgehead, I could not have been prouder of the guy who grew up in my hometown.I guess it all makes sense now as to why Edge retained at WM27, he had never walked out of Wrestlemania as World Champion, and he and the WWE knew it was his last match and decided to give him that moment.I know Edge will never read this, but I just wanted to thank him for putting his career, health, and life on the line to entertain us, something that we can never repay.
Been a huge Edge fan since his debut. Always found the guy interesting and watching him wrestle was a treat.
Once a Edge fan always an Edge fan
I hate to see him go. He is one of the better performer in the WWE. But he make the right choice. For his health, we better retire now than ending up destroying his body. All Hail the Rated R superstar....EDGE!!!!
I didn't get the chance to see Edge's retirement speech, however I am glad that Adam Copeland is able to finish his career with his health still intact. Without a doubt Edge, provided some of the best matches and promos throughout his storied career, and became one of the biggest names in the business throughout it. While it is a shame that Edge and Christian never had a feud over the World title, it is truly a time to show respect and gratitude for a man who had a great career and accomplished everything he wanted to accomplish in his career. Thanks for the memories, Adam "Edge" Copeland, and the best to you in your post-WWE in ring career and life.
That spear on Brodus Clay was what did him in.
crappy wwe title runs, great world title runs
Listening to him throughout the speech, I was waiting for Del Rio to come out and say "you're not gonna run from me" or something of that nature just to confirm that it was kayfabe. When that didn't happen, I knew it was real. Thank you Edge for all the memories you've left us with. You accomplished your goals and lived your dream better than you could've ever imagined. The best thing about this is that you can WALK away from the business and that's all that matters.
That pretty much came out of the blue, but thankfully he caught it before he had his ladder match at Extreme Rules. Thanks Edge for all the memories and matches, I'm gonna miss him on Smackdown.I presume Christian takes his spot for the time being no Smackdown, he might even win the title.
I'm glad I was at his last match and this speech has convinced me to be there for his last match. SD is in Albany and I wasn't planning on going until I saw the speech and the fact that sources are saying it's true has me convinced. I'll do my best to be there for his last show, just really need to find someone to work for me on Tuesday Night...
Damn. Did NOT see this coming. When I saw the preview about Edge "later tonight" I thought it was going to be some work to build up his feud with ADR. Feel bad for the guy because his heart and mind are obviously still very much in the business, but his body just gave up on him. Props to the WWE for ensuring he gets the quality medical care he obviously needed / needs rather than risking further injury for the sake of a storyline. They really could've said "he only needs to go one more match, turn the title over, then call it a career", but they proactively stepped in, it seems. Either way, thanks to Edge for all of the memories. Just hearing him recount the moments of his career gave me little mental snapshots of how far he came. Get healthy.
He's not having one more match, he's gone. If he wrestles again he's putting his health and possibly life at risk.
Thank you Edge for all the memories and the recent memory of shaking your hand and having fun with the Rated R spinner belt in Sacramento. True fan here and no lie im still bummed wanted to turn Raw off after that.
I'm shocked. This sucks. Thanks for so many memories Adam "Edge" Copeland...
With that said, I was a pretty big Edge fan during his peak time as a heel. He was the best heel in the company at that time. Even though his ring work deteriorated over the last few years, I was still a fan. He'll be missed.
Don't know why others are getting on posters for saying it would have been better for Edge to retire way back. He's clearly been in pain these last couple years and not the wrestler he was. There's nothing wrong with mentioning it.
Only on an internet forum can people place more importance on Edge vs Christian!! than a person's physical wellbeing.
Lets all be glad this is a discussion about retirement and not tragic paralysis or death. Thank goodness he was responsible enough to get checked out by doctors. He gave a lot to wrestling, he deserves a good life.
Anyone think Edge will stick around for non wrestling roles?
Christian: "I've shed my tears..And from here on out I choose 2celebrate 1 of the greatest careers in WWE history..Cant wait2 induct u in the HOF #Edge."
Jim Ross: "Edge will always be one of my favorites. I'm so grateful I was in a role to help him launch his wwe dream. Dreams do come true. Edge=HOF!"
Kelly Kelly: "Thank you Adam for everything.. you've been such a great friend your an amazing person, n inspiration and I had the honor of working with u!"
Joey Styles: "In wrestling you make many acquaintances and few friends. Edge is a friend. My friend, seeing you was always a pleasure and never a chore."
Gail Kim: "Thank u Edge for everything u have given to the business and ur friendship. We r sad 2 c u go but grateful 4 ur health.also can't wait 2 c christian induct u to the HOF"
Howard Finkel: "Thank you Edge for everything that you gave and meant to this industry, and personally speaking, thank you for your friendship!"
Yoshi Tatsu: "I can't believe it. I'm very sad. But thank you very much Edge."
Eve Torres: "An emotional night for sure. #ThankYouEdge. One of the most creative, hard working, passionate, & helpful men in the WWE. We'll miss you!"
Vickie Guerrero: "I'm so sad to see Edge leave...I'm honored I got to learn so much from him. He will be missed."
Natalya Neidhart: "My thoughts are with Edge, and thank you so much for the wonderful memories. You're a real, true friend and ill never forget it."
Michelle McCool: "Didn't catch raw but heard about most important part. I love you Edger! Thank you all you've given to a biz I have always loved! Mad respect. Goes out to all you've done not only for your fans, but for us as well. I am so blessed to call u a friend! Thx for always helping me!"
I just came in here to post something about that. And i think it would be ironic if he became the raw gm. Considering his history wid the pc gm
Hate to hear this.
My "prime" as a wrestling fan was around 1995-1999. When I came back to it in 2006, the Edge and Cena feud was one of the big selling points that kept me interested. The TLC match at Unforgiven is one of my favorite matches of all time and to this day I feel that Edge not only put on the best matches with Cena, but was also the best feud Cena has done. Also loved the rated RKO vs. DX angle around that same time. And the Edge and Orton match on Raw after Wrestlemania 23 was another personal favorite of mine. Always wish they would have worked a longer program against each other. My favorites will always be the guys from my younger days back when I was really into wrestling, but Edge has definitely been my favorite since my return to watching wrestling in 2006. Hate to see him go out like this, but glad he not only got to win at his last Wrestlemania, but that he is getting out before it is too late. He will definitely be missed
Remember hearing rumors of him retiring back in 2004. Glad he stayed for a few more years. Edge will be missed.
I remember seeing Edge debut as the 'tortured soul' character. And I'll admit it, the gimmick didn't impress me. But all too soon we got to see what a funny, talented, brilliant guy he was. I will always remember both his ladder matches against the Hardys and the Dudley Boyz and his hilarious pairing with Edge and Christian.
And when he needed to make his act more serious. He gave us the 'Rated R Superstar' character, which gave John Cena some of his best moments in my opinion.
Edge has always been one of my favourites and whilst this is the end of his in-ring career, I really do hope we see him from time to time in a non-wrestling capacity. He loved what he did, and I loved watching him do it. He was a master of his craft.
Here's some funny things I'll always remember:
- Winning a cage match by tying Christian to the structure by his hair.
- Playing Benoit's theme on a kazoo.
- The Conquisadors.
- The Con-Chair-To. And trying to figure out how to pull it off on No Mercy on the N64.
- Slapping Cena's daddy like a bitch.
- Pretending to be Ric Flair and giving some schmuck of a motorist the Figure Four in the middle of the street.
- Going completely mental in his feud with the Undertaker and wasting Chavo.
Edge has had a brilliant run. I'll always have respect and admiration for the man.
The last time I found Edge entertaining was in his very first Cena feud. The Money In The Bank cash-in, the Rated R Superstar, the sex celebration, the matches. The period was so innovative and provided an almost live saving fresh breath to the WWE. As nothing interesting had happened since Cena won his title in his feud with JBL, but Edge brought the ratings, he brought the heat and he brought some great matches.
It's sad that a performer as good as that had such a consistently bad run for the last 4 years of his career.
I'm very shocked by this news, i missed Raw and i literally shed tears when i read the news, he's one of my favorite superstars of all time, John Cena and Edge were the first two superstars that really got me hooked on wrestling around 2006. I will always miss him. Thank you Edge.
It's sad to see him go. I'll miss you and I'll always respect you Edge. I'm just happy that you stopped before something even worse happened. The even sadder thing is that he was one of the Attitude Era wrestlers and now we are running out of those.
Not here to diss Edge, but this is good for WWE and for Edge.
For Edge: His life doesn't end when he takes a bump at the Extreme Rules ladder match. The guy is way overdue to retire.
For WWE/Smackdown : Instead of milking an old, broken down star for his popularity they will not be finally forced to build up someone new. I can imagine how badly everyone backstage is chastising whoever's decision it was to have Edge go over Del Rio in WM28. It would have been perfect for Edge to put over Del Rio and retire soon after. Now we have a credibility black hole at the top where if Del rio is established as the next champion, he'll only be the guy who got beaten by Edge at Wrestlemania and got the vacant title after Edge retired.
Also, now he can go to the Hall of Fame like he deserves.
Aslong as he walked away is all that really counts. Thank you for the influence you left on my life. It's a shame you'll never know.
Its hard to form words now, I am quite shaken by the suddenness and impact of this news. All I can say is he had a GREAT career and I am glad he decided to hang up his boots before anything serious happened. He did the right thing, and he has my lifelong respect.
Thank you Edge, but I have seen this coming for some time. He has been really unlucky with injuries. He has thoroughly entertained me throughout his career as a tag team wrestler and a singles competitor. Thanks for the memories.
That's because Hogan opens his mouth before knowing all the facts, like an idiot. He probably isn't aware of Edge's condition or the fact that if he kept wrestling he could very well end up like Dynamite Kid. Trust me, Hogan doesn't follow the business that closely unless it involves him. He can't even spell Shawn Michaels' name right and according to him the Montreal Screwjob took place at "Wrestlemania 16 or 17 or whatever the hell it was" and involved "teeny tiny Shawn Michaels (he's almost the same size as Bret) holding Bret down and pinning him and making him look like a horse's ass".
i wonder why would he do that..considering he's one of the greatest legend in wwe and yet...wow this really make me lost respect for the guy...big time... it as if a teacher laughing at his/her own student and saying u sucks
Hogan is a sack of shit.
hogan is a cripple broken down egomaniac money hungry pile of shit. not only has he helped destroy tna but taking a shot at edge who could have become paralyzed if he continues is just low and completely uncalled for. someone needs to put hogan in his place . icant stand that old fucker and his ego and holier than thou attitude. just go to a nursing home and count the days u have left .ur a piece of scum...
He'll have an on air role or become an ambassador for WWE for sure. For about 3 years I've been saying that he needs to hang it up before it gets to this point. I guess it's better late than never. If he went into Extreme Rules this fucked up, there's no telling how much worse his body would be in after wards. Hogan isn't even worth a response.
the shit is hogan on about, if he would have listened to the doctors he would have quit 15 years ago? if you would have quite 15 years ago you'd still have your own hips.
When I watched the Raw replay after I got home, I couldn't believe what I was hearing. Edge is and always will be one of my favorite wrestlers, and one of the reasons I've continued to watch the WWE over the years. Thank you Adam Copeland for all the great memories and matches.
+1 hogan needs to shut his mouth.
im sad to see edge go but im thankful for all that he gave us :/ i still wish i got to see edge and Christian in a ladder match at WM
Well, as one of his biggest fans, this has broken my heart. Honestly.
This is terrible news. Contrary to popular belief on here, Edge has remained one of the wwe's top in ring talents and mic workers and they are losing a real character for sure. Damn.
All I can say is Thank you Edge, you have and always will be my favorite WRESTLER (I refuse to say Sports-Entertainer). Thanks for all the memories, you will be missed
Deep respect to Edge. A sorry day in the history of the WWE to lose one of it's finest talents. It reinforces how much outstanding talents put themselves on the line in extreme athletic contests in the name of sports entertainment, and how little regard we fans often show for these risks. Where's the keyfabe now?
1. I was one of those saying that Edge was losing it and should hang them up......BUT NOT LIKE THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wanted a HBK level retirement!!!!!!!!!!!!
2. Thank you Adam Copeland.
Really sad. I don't care what anyone says, he's up there for me as one of the greats. Even towards the end, Edge put on some awesome matches. What a complete performer too. Mic skills, in-ring skills, you name it.
Out of every wrestler in the company, I can't honestly think of anyone who has put their body on the line more than Edge. He's speared from the top of a ladder, thrown himself through fire and got FU'd through a million tables off the top of a ladder, among numerous other things. He's literally killed himself for our entertainment. He'll be missed.
Edge is a legend, sucks he is gone. He will be missed. HOF next year?
thankz edge i was shocked..thanz for all the memories,,im crying omg
A great all around entertainer. Participated in my favorite match ever, and the best tag team ever. He will be missed.
Smackdown seriously needs Jericho back. I fear that if Vince makes Orton go to Smackdown, he'll demand the belt and hold it for a very long, boring time.
I remember watching wrestling mostly in my younger days, in the late 90s, and then briefly in 2006. I therefore did not see all that much of Edge, since I was lukewarm at best in terms of viewing in 2006. But what I do know from what I have seen is that in his prime, he was one of the best performers. And even though many say that he was declining, ever since I started watching again, I enjoyed watching him perform more than some others in the upper tier. Very sad, but much better than some other outcomes.
And fuck Hogan.
Really fucking sad that he has to retire. Love him or hate him, you have to respect what he's done in his career and how he moved from Tag-Team specialist to main eventer, while overcoming a broken neck on the way (among other injuries). The people saying they're glad are fucking idiots and don't deserve to be wrestling fans, Edge put his body on the line for over a decade for you.
You come to expect it from pathetic posters such as Urdnot Wrex though. No respect.
The worst thing about is this is a Stone Cold type retirement because it said he's one bump away from a paralysis.
really sad that he has to retire as this age. he's one of the biggest stars in wwe and he deserves to retire with the world title. thank you edge.
just lost pretty much the only reason i still watch wrestling, farewell edge and thanks for the memories, hall of famer in the next year or two
This really came out of nowhere. whilst I wouldn't say I'm a fan of his, it's always kind of sad to see a retirement.
Huge shock for me, his wrestling towards the end had deteriorated but when it mattered he pulled out big matches and he was an excellent character. Smackdown will be a lot duller without him. I shoe in (and a rightful one) for HOF next year.
Wow, Hogan's a dick. Also, I think the reason why Edge stopped was because it was a reoccurring injury...on a prior broken neck! Edge probably knows he wouldn't be able to get his neck fixed again if it broke.
Also, Hogan and Flair should be gone already...dunno about FOley/Hardy's situation.
True. I wish Hogan had stopped wrestling 15 years ago. Suggesting that Edge should carry on wrestling despite his injury is a little bit insensitive.
With Edge, it's sad to say but I saw it coming. The guy was carrying around a lot of injuries and wasn't competing at his former standard. With his neck injury and achilles tendon injury, it seemed inevitable that he'd be wrapping it up some time in the next year or so. All those TLC matches must've finally caught up with him! To his credit, he's had one of the best wrestling careers possible; multiple time champion, Rumble winner, KOTR winner, MITB winner, Wrestlemania main eventer ... the guy has pretty much done it all so he isn't leaving behind an unfulfilled legacy. It's still a shame, though.
Man, Edge is retiring now. That is sad. He was one of the few guys left from the Attitude Era. I still remember when he first debuted, joined Gangrel and formed the Brood, then he teamed up with Christian and gave us "five second" poses. He mentioned all that in his promo too. WWE let him say whatever he wanted on TV and that was nice. He will be missed. He had to forfeit the title as a winner though so this was a good way for him to go out. This wasn't no "I lost my smile" speech and forfeiting the title because he didn't want to lay down to someone else (Shame on you 90's HBK). Lol....
Thank you Edge, For all the fond memories you have given me and all the wrestling fans around the world.
Edge has always been one of my all-time favorite wrestlers.
Despite him being sometimes a bit stale in the last few months, I thought that he deserved one lenghty reign in his role as a veteran face, after all the "opportunistic" reigns. Still, when I watched Wrestlemania, I was surprised that he retained. But now I'm very glad that he did. Going out as the champ at Wrestlemania is a great ending for one hell of a career.
I will miss Edge a lot.
Perhaps Christian will be pushed now (hey, I can dream!)
Edit: Oh, I forgot:
THANK YOU, EDGE!
just wake up, watching the raw replay and first i couldn't believe the whole thing... i was like " ok Del Rio will jump for behind stuff like that " but the promo was too intense, Edge had tears in his eyes, the boys and girls in back too... can't still believe this. i will watch SmackDown this week, because he will be on, most likely to relinquish the title but if it's real im gonna miss that man.
Damn it. I'm gonna miss Edge a lot. But if the injury is really serious, I'm glad he has retired instead of continuing and causing himself further harm. I really am shocked that this has happened so quickly, but thank you Edge for everything you have done for us.
There is no way that wasn't real. It is just starting to sink in that I will never see Edge in the ring again. Fucking depressing.
Honestly can't believe this. But it's for the best, I'd rather this than him becoming a paraplegic or the like because he kept going too long. Hopefully he can live a relatively pain free life and enjoy his retirement. One of the best I've ever seen. Thanks for everything you've done to entertain us, Edge. Also, fuck Hulk Hogan for saying that. That man is dirt.
I guessed it would come at some point but I didn't expect it so be so soon.
Of course I'm sad he has to retire and we won't see him wrestle anymore but his health and his life are far more important than anything else and I'm glad he could go out with his head held high.
He's been one of the best overall talents WWE have had in the 2000'nds and listening to his speech made me realise just how far he came. Who'd have thought a guy who came in as a loner in a trenchcoat would have come this far? Who would have thought the guy who took so much (unfair) real-life heat in 2005 would have earned the respect of nearly every single person who watches wrestling? He's a talent who doesn't come along very often, someone who is the full package in terms of in-ring ability, mic work and charisma and deserves all the plaudits he gets and then some. He's been loved, hated, taken a shit load of personal abuse, jumped off ladders, through tables, into fire, put his body on the line repeatedly and gave us some fantastic moments in matches, segments and promos over the years. He's a true example of a guy who paid his dues and is going out as the most decorated wrestler WWE have had and thoroughly deserved too.
He has said he'd like to take time out but I hope that in the future, he comes back in a non-wrestling role - perhaps on commentary? You can see he still loves the business but unfortunately, the body isn't on the same page as the mind, heart and soul.
Thank you, Edge. Truly. Thank you.
Hogan is an asshole.. I m glad Edge retired for a healthy future. I will miss him.. there will never be another Rated R Superstar.
We'll try and keep everything in one thread shall we?
Your favourite matches, memories, promos, the fate of his title, Hogan talking shit, Cena's speech etc. all here.
EDIT: Some details from WWE.com, thanks to Will94 for posting:
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The Rated-R Superstar had been suffering numbness and uncontrollable trembling in his arms and hands. This is not the first time Edge has experienced these symptoms of nueropraxia. An MRI administered at Atlanta Midtown Diagnostic Imaging last Monday was sent to Dr. Joseph Maroon, a renowned neurosurgeon and professor of neurosurgery at The Pittsburgh School of Medicine. After careful examination of the MRI, it was determined that Edge would never be cleared to compete again, and thus, he is forced to retire.
In 2003, Edge underwent a two level spinal fusion of the discs between his C5, C6 and C7 vertebrae. After being cleared to compete, The Rated-R Superstar returned to the ring, resulting in stenosis of the spine, or a narrowing of the spinal column, above and below the fused discs. This narrowing resulted in less and less of the vital fluid needed to protect the spinal cord. Medical professionals cannot clear Edge to compete ever again in WWE since doing so could result in paralysis or even death.
I'm glad
So, is the Edge retirement announcement kayfabe or legit? Thoughts? I think it's real, I will miss Edge...so many memories he gave me as a teen. Thanks Adam!
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I am proud and sad that I saw Edge's last ever WWE match in Atlanta LIVE in person at WrestleMania 27...thank you Edge.
I don't know what to think. Leaning towards the *it's for real* direction. Moment felt awkward with no E/C hug.
Really heartwrenching farewell speech. It legit, thanks for everything. So...Christian vs. ADR at ER?
Seemed very legit to me.
Shattered if this isn't kayfabe. Even though he's stale, I still had hopes for an E/C feud.
Feels phony, especially with the half-assed send-off walking in the back. The entire episode has had several forced plot points. Even Edge's speech didn't seem genuine at first. Especially after John Cena's "farewell" where he was back the same night, I'm surprised so many people are buying into this. We've heard he wanted to retire for a couple years now. I wouldn't be surprised if this fed into an angle that actually did see him out, but no way is that the last time you see him in the ring this year.
Looks legit to me.
well he had a great career. good for him if he get's out before he puts himself in a chair.
Vickie broke character so it must be legit
From PWi..take it for what it's worth. For those who are wondering, the Edge retirement speech was 100% legitimate and real. We were told by a company source earlier this evening that when the major announcement was made tonight, it was not an angle and not storyline. The story that Edge told about medical tests coming back and showing there was a new issue with his neck and being advised he must retire are true. He was basically handed a mic and told to go out and say goodbye however he wanted.
I think this is just a set-up for a Edge/Christian feud. Heel Christian vs. Face Edge, ftw!
hope its kayfabe but i guess if it was ADR would have came out THANK YOU EDGE!!!
It's real. Pwinsider confirmed it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqciu0l8ydk
7:48 or so in the video, you can see he grabs his neck immediately after the spear.. seems legit to me.
Must be really serious if they aren't even milking it for a standard PPV, this is way too abrupt, they aren't even milking it to boost Smackdown ratings.
It was definitely weird to see. I thought there was going to be something happening but nothing..
LOL a DIRTSHEET confirmed it.
I kept waiting for him to tell the crowd that he fooled them all and turned heel again.
I can't believe he has to retire. I'm glad he's leaving in good health. Thanks for the memories, Edge.
I guess he will have one last showing on Smackdown and Hug Christian
Really shocked by this.
wwe better call jericho or sd is fucked lol. they better send hhh over to sd imo
This was truly a sad moment. He had become one of my favorites after hating him for a long time in the past year. His last title run was phenomenal.
Another attitude legend leaves he will be missed.
Seemed pretty obviously real to me.. I'm not sure how anyone could think it was kayfabe.
Man, if this is for real then this sucks. All of the wrestlers I grew up watching are all retiring now. All the ones that's left from the Attitude Era are, Kane, Big Show, Mark Henry, HHH & Taker. I wish EDGE could stay for a couple of more years & have his last match against Christian. All I have left to say is THANK YOU EDGE!!!!!!!!!!!!
It's real to me. Edge is not a guy like Cena that say he's fired and come back the next day. It's a sad day and it's so random. Edge will be missed.
It was the first WWE promo for years where there wasn't a run-in. Take that for what it's worth.
Wow its a pretty sad day for wrestling fans and especially Canadians. If Jericho is done too it sure doesnt leave us with many ME level guys to cheer for.
One of my favorites growing up. If this is the end, thanks for the memories Edge.
At least he got to have that f*cking amazing match with Rey at Elimination Chamber only shortly before retiring. I wonder if the reason Christian was being booked so well before Mania had something to do with fears of Edge not being able to perform?
Bye Edge
I have to say I am really going to miss Edge. He is my favorite wrestler...personally I think a top 15 superstar on an all time list (all around character/charisma/wrestling etc.) A future hall of famer for sure. It's sad to see him go, but it is for the best especially if he was in bad health. I wish him good luck and farewell.
I am literally STUNNED....I knew edge was retiring soon, but this came OUT OF FUKIN NOWHERE!!!
THANK YOU EDGE! For all the excellent matches you've given us. All the best!
Randy Orton HAS to move to smackdown now...No doubt about that....
sucks, its always the guys that i liked that get injure or retire, why can't guys like primo, or chavo or big show retire, fuck , this sucks so bad,
I guess the IWC will never see that Edge/Christian feud that they all wanted so badly.
If I am to think about this from the perspective of the WWE, they are screwed on Smackdown in terms of top faces now Edge is gone. Christian can fill in for now but we all know he isn't a long term replacement. Who is going to fill the void on Smackdown? (Most likely after the draft)
He went down memory lane with his speech. Its legit and it sucks. Another Attitude Era wrestler gone. He will be missed.
Thank you, Edge.
Rock, Cena, HHH and Undertaker all had long promos last month that weren't interrupted. John Cena's fake retirement speech last year was also not interrupted. Not saying it's definitely fake, but that's the evidence.
Definitely legit...Did you notice how after he speared Brodus Clay on Friday's SmackDown he recoiled in pain. It's obviously a long-standing injury that was yet again re-aggravated prompting a further MRI scan, this one showing severe damage.
Edge is the first guy who I can say I watched his debut match in WWE and then watched him give his farewell speech. I feel old. And sad.
better for him to go now and not have a messed up neck for life though. edge will always reek of awesome much like christian but he sadly is getting older and with his neck problems it's not too surprising. best of luck to him after wrestling.
I was hoping for it to be fake, but i seems real legit. Thank You Edge.
thank you edge, one of the best of all time. He deserves more respect. Seriously, he literally almost died entertaining us, and it was his dream, and he lived it. No one else deserved that career more than Edge
Probably. That´s what I speculated about before Mania. It looked and felt like a feud between Christian and ADR, not Edge and ADR. I think Edge would have lost at Extreme Rules anyway and taken a break to heal his injuries. Now he aggrevated the injury and was forced to make this decision. Although I think we will see one more match from Edge. Either at WM in Toronto together with Christian or when Christian decides to retire. He can probably do a soft tag match safely as long as he keeps somewhat in shape. If it´s a work kudos to WWE. They haven´t written anything believable in years, which kind of makes it tough to believe they could pull off this long term storyline so convincingly.
Smackdown ads promoting Edge's career
Glad he found out and is getting out before he sustains any further damage, but this is definitely not what I expected when I sat down to watch Raw. While I found him a bit dull in recent times, he's an old favourite and I'll miss watching him strut to the ring.
Thank you Edge for the countless matches that entertained me over the years. Certainly puts a different spin on the draft, SD is in dire need of a big name.
Edge, we will miss you. Thank you, for everything. Maybe you may not have been that popular around here the past few years. But deep down, we will all miss you. Edgehead 4 Life.
For nothing else, I would like to thank Edge for taking part in filling my childhood with an infinite amount of laughter and entertainment. From 2000-2001 he helped give promo after promo that still make me chuckle to this day. Pair that with the plethora of gimmick matches he has risked his well being in order to entertain
each and every one of us, and I am grateful for his sacrifice. So thanks, Edge. One more thing, I want one last 5 second pose!
You people are gullible as fuck. But yea, it's probably true.
Haven't posted here in a while...
Edge was one of my first favorite wrestlers when I started watching in 2000. He and Christian both helped get me addicted to this thing, and is one of the reasons why I still watch. Hard to believe he's leaving, but he's had one hell of a career, and should be ashamed of absolutely nothing! Health wise, this is definitely for the best...but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't sad to see him go.
Thanks so much for giving us so many years of your life Edge. I'm gonna miss seeing you in the ring.
this... its just so devistating
Definitely legit... When he speared Brodus Clay on Friday Night SmackDown he looked like he re-aggravated his neck injury. Was carrying himself very awkwardly after that. With neck injuries, especially intense pain with symptoms specific of nerve injury (the parasthesia he was describing) I'm not surprised if that prompted WWE to get him another MRI scan, which I'm guessing showed more severe damage than that which had previously been seen. I wish him well as one of my favourite wrestlers of all time and hope he doesn't get any more of this "one more match" nonsense...
Well, if this is true, perhaps WWE will give Christian the world title and let him be the face of Smackdown...
... I gotta stop smoking this crack. But yeah, Edge will be missed. He's deteriorated a lot over the past 2 and a half years, but he's still a top face, gets great reactions, and was booked his strongest as World Champion ever. I mean yeah, he lost the title for a couple of hours to Ziggler via forfeit, but otherwise it was his longest and most credible reign as champion if you ignore that. I think they really do need to make Christian the face of SD now with Edge gone... although they'd probably go for Mysterio for that, or put Orton on SD and make him the top face on the show before that happens. But I guess we'll see what happens. I'm still praying it's all kayfabe and Edge still has at least a year left, and can get a feud with Christian out there. But it looks legit, Edge made it seem like it was legit, and if that's all she wrote for Edge, then so be it. He'll always be one of my two favorites of all time. Sadly the other one is on his last legs as well, so unless they have Barrett step up to the main event again before he's done, then the main event is going to be really dull for me for a while.
Edge is my 4th favorite wrestler of all time and now hes retired
Edge forever. Thank you so much for all the great matches and Memories. we love u man. Spear Spear Spear
pretty much why austin had to retire also. no such thing as a minor neck injury
Im sad and happy at the same time, I'm a huge fan of Edge and it sucks that he was force to retire. Although, I guess it was for the best because he could have ended up in worst shape. I really hope he is happy and healthy, that is all that matters.
At least this explains why he has been so bad in the ring the last few years.
im still not 100% convinced this is real but if it is then im really really sad from this. edge was and is my favorite wrestler of all time and it sux that he had to have his career shortened because of injury. however im happy that hes at least going to retire while in good health and not god forbid to end up in a wheelchair.
Im still going to hold out hope however faint this is that this is all an angle to give adr huge heat if he attackes edge tomm by the smackdown tapings. i doubt this is fake but im still going to hope.
anyway, im going to miss edge like crazy and i am just shocked and devastated by all of this and the suddeness of all of this. there isnt anybody in the wwe right now who is more entertaining than edge and because of that i really dont know who im supposed to mark for. maybe cody rhodes but thats it.
anyway my favorite wrestler of all time just retired is it ok if shed a couple of tears???
There goes my favourite of all time. FUCK. 2006 Edge was simple perfect IMHO. Thank you Edge, really. You will be missed.
Signed, an Edgehead.
I am truly shocked and saddened at the abrupt and devastating news. Thank you Edge. You were there through my childhood til now in my 20's. This is such a terrible feeling. Felt like my stomach just caved in on itself.
This sounds legit alright, I don't see why there would be an angle out of the blue like that saying he's retiring, if it was a work then there would of been rumblings and it would be more built up. All the childhood memories of watching E&C come back. Thank you Edge.
Never was real big fan of Edge but it still sucks that another creditable guy is gone from the roster. I feel like soon the E is gonna be in another transitional period...
If this is true sad to see him go out like this. If this is his last match at least he got to go out after winning mania even if it wasn't against his lifelong friend. Great wrestler and class act... Hope he can recover
thank you edge we will miss you
Weird that this comes out of no where. All because of a spear to Brodus? WWEs talent hole just got much much much much deeper.
i know this is random but Edge definatly had the best theme song on the roster
Im shocked and upset with Edge being forced to retire. Another Attuide guy bites the dust. Edge has always been entertaining. One of my faviorte Edge in ring moments was THAT spear on Jeff Hardy of the Ladder at WM17.
I've always been a fan of Edge, mostly as a team team with Cristian but nevertheless a fan.
'You Think You Know Me' Edge you will be missed. Let's hope this isn't the end of your WWE career, maybe he can come back as authorial figure of some sort.
Posted this in the Raw thread but I'll stick it here too.
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And finally, while I'm not Edge's biggest fan I was moved by his speech tonight. I'm happy that he's getting out before he could possibly do some real damage and hope he enjoys his retirement. You have to know that his time was up soon anyways. SD now has a huge ass gap to fill because while he wasn't at the level of a Taker or a Cena, he has played a pretty significant role on that roster. With him gone they are effectively without a top babyface and more importantly are seriously lacking star power. SD is pretty much fucked at this stage lol.
All of a sudden this is starting to become very real to me. HHH and Taker are out on part time schedules, HBK is retired, Jericho left and now Edge has retired too. We really are witnessing the end of an era. I don't really know how to feel about it all unfolding right in front of me. But I've said it before and I'll say it again. WWE are seriously fucked if they don't start making legitimate stars from these young guys and they need to start NOW.
Thank you Edge. You inspired me to grow as a person and to become a performer. thanks for everything :']
It's great that he's retiring now rather than carrying on competing and risking his health.
With that being said I'm still very shocked and sad at the fact that another one of my all time favorites has gone The WWE will really miss it's "Edge" now that the Rated-R Superstar has retired.
Thanks for the unbelievable memories and matches Edge. There will never be another "Ultimate Opportunist" like you!
*EDIT* I'll miss hearing this legendary theme:
If Christian ends up getting shit from this then fuck life
So the main question now is who will take the spot of the face of smackdown now? please not Rey, I would like Christian to take the spot but I doubt Vince would let it happen.
So who is left on Smackdown: Main Eventers: Alberto Del Rio Rey Mysterio Christian (?)Anymore?
I think I may just have to go back a re live the good old attitude days.
Uhh...what about Rock's return about a month and a half ago?
About damn time he retired, 5 years overdue. Now Vince better do the right thing and give Edge what he would want, a world title reign for Christian.....yeah, no chance in fucking hell, but it would be nice.
Cody Rhodes?
The draft really needs to happen sooner rather than latter. They could just pin Sin Cara on Smackdown for the time being?
I will miss him, but huge respect for him for leaving instead of risking permanent injury or death. Would have been very easy to say "one more match" and then have something tragic happen. I expect SmackDown will be big a sendoff for him with a proper Edge and Christian moment.
Now this leads to the question of the WHC. Will it be ADR vs. Christian for the vacant title? Will ADR be awarded the title for being the #1 contendor? Will we have a tournament or Battle Royale on SmackDown to crown a new champ?
Edge to be inducted into the Hall of Fame in Miami if the Rock isn't already lined up to headline it or at least some years down the line maybe if WM returns to Toronto?
It was a great retirement speech but really it was time for Edge to go even without the final injury. Can't see them making Christian a main eventer past EC so I don't know what they're going to do for Smackdown.
I know this is extreme wishful thinking....but maybe they put it on Christian until Extreme Rules where he drops it to ADR? Yeah, would make more sense to just keep it vacant until Extreme Rules, I suppose.
Edge just retires and all you two can think of is Christian. A little bit of respect never hurt anybody.
Orton will probably move to smackdown at the draft. That splits up the companies 2 top faces and gives smackdown some sorely needed star power. But damn....WWE is basically empty. If you don't count Trips, who has wrestled one match in the past year, we have Cena, Orton, Punk (not used), Mysterio, Del Rio, and Miz and arguably Christian. What a sad state.
Another childhood favorite...gone. He had a great career though, definitely one of my top superstars of all time.
Very sad for me to know that my favorite wrestler is retiring but at least I got a lot of great moments from him I can continue to watch. 11 time World Champion, KOTR, Royal Rumble winner and the ma with the most combined championship wins in WWE history. He truly did it all and retiring as WHC was just the cherry on it all.
Well, if Christian doesn't win this vacant title now he officially NEVER will (but we already knew that he wasn't gonna win one any way)
The one world title lifeline we had left for Christian was a program with Edge. Period.
It seemed like the seeds were planted for a summer Edge/Christian program (potentially for the title, but doesn't matter know), but things can change in a day and yet-a-fucking-gain the potential E & C feud never gets off the ground (but it's for the greater good because I would rather Edge leave now with his health someone intact).
I have an image in my head of one last 5 second pose that has Christian holding the belt and Edge right next to him. It's kind of like Eddie/Benoit type moment. It will not happen but I can't get it out of my head.
Thank you Edge for all of the memories. Edge deserves all of the respect in the world for going as long as he did with life-threatening injuries. I will miss Edge a lot and I want to thank him from the bottom of my heart for working his ass off in that ring to entertain us week after week for over a decade. He had a very long successful career, and the way he left was very classy. Gave us some of the best moments ever in the WWE. One of the best mic-workers ever, and he always put on great matches for the fans. Thank you Edge, have a great retirement, you have deserved it, and Edge and Christian Forever!!!!!!!!!!!!
Very unexpected, I wish him a happy retirement.
So all fingers seem to be pointing to this being 100% real, and Edge really has to hang it up. It's a shame that it had to end this way and so abruptly for him, but one can only be so happy that he is retiring in good health and not like he said he could have - "in a wheelchair".
Edge has had an incredible career and has always been one of the most iconic stars in WWE. He really defined passion in this business, and how dreams can come true in WWE. Holding the record for the most championships in the history of the WWE is a one hell of an accolade to have to his name. On top of that, having 11 World Title reigns to his name, puts him in that elite league of a select few that have broken the double digit World Title reigns. Even though his character has grown a bit stale in recent times, you still can't but respect him.
I know Edge has been working through a lot pain for quite some time right now, but I don't think he thought it was going to end so abruptly like this. I am really looking forward to Smackdown to see what happens when he vacates the World Title and what Christian's involvement will be with it. I hope he replaces Edge in the match with ADR, as the feud between Christian and Del Rio has really had a lot more intrigue and build behind it than the Edge and Del Rio rivalry. Maybe Edge will finally get his wish to see his best friend finally make it into the main event, and hopefully win the World Title...even if it's not against him. I just hope that if it happens, Edge comes out when Christian is celebrating with the belt.
All I want have left to say is "thank you" Edge, for everything you gave to entertain us...and God know's that was a lot. I will say one more thing about Edge that will live on in addition to his legacy, is that his entrance and theme music will go down as one of the best of all time...actually the best in my opinion. Honestly, it never got old. Thanks for the memories Edge.
Vince is probably trying to convince Jericho to come back as we speak.
Very glad he was responsible enough to not risk further injury. I wonder if he'll stick around as a personality or commentator?
If you watch the SD main event from last week, he spears Brodus Clay on the outside and immediately grabs his neck. Sucks, Edge was one of my favorites.
Oh man, this really sucks. I been watching Edge compete ever since I was 10 years old. He's been my favorite ever since he debuted. His announcement got me more emotional than other people retiring. Thank you Edge for entertaining me for more than 12 years.
Even though I wasn't really a fan of Edge, still have respect for him. Pretty shocked by the news.
Orton to smackdown is the best move if hes willing to do it. Its funny now that he's gone we see just how important Edge was to smackdown and how much he has held that show up by himself for years.
Thanks for the memories Edge, A true legend!
Wow, i'm very, very surprised and shocked by the news. Thank you Edge. He will always be one of my all time favourites.
Besides Shawn and HHH, probably the greatest in-ring performer of this generation besides them is Edge, and I stand by that
Why should I? He didn't retire after he was broken down and boring, he's been half assing it for years and taking up a much needed spot that somebody else could've used. He was one of my favourites.....once, but those days are over. Since 2007, he's been crap and I've been waiting for him to stop sucking the energy out of the broadcast for a long time. The last useful thing he can do is be used as a catalyst to get the world title on Christian. If it takes him retiring to do that, then so be it, I don't care.
Even for you this is ridiculous. You can never complain again about anything I say about Miz or Mexican JBL after saying Edge has been crap since 07. I know you don't care about wrestling but go watch all of the great matches Edge has had since then. Then go watch Miz's it will be a very short watch for Miz meanwhile Edge could easily fill up a two disc DVD.
great speech but about time he left. he's been crap for like 3 years.
yeah, i actually have to agree. Edge was practically falling apart, yet he still performed better than most of the roster, even this year he pulled some great matches, and some awesome promos. Hes just amazing. He deserves respect
Wow, what a disrespectful thing to say
I wonder if you would say that to him if you had the chance. So fucking disrespectful for somebody that was once a so called favorite. Things aren't always as black and white as you make them out to be. At least give him the night before you go yapping about Christian AGAIN.
True. If they don't send Orton there then I really don't know what they are planning to do with the show. I mean, the only other option would be to send HHH but he doesn't want a full time schedule anymore. Other than Orton there's nobody else to fill the gap. He pretty much HAS to make the move imo.
i was a huge edge fan from 2000 then him kotr at 2001 and his matches with angle eddie benoit and mystireo then it was the year injury when he was ready for being a face champion with the edgeheads and all of that after wm 20 he back and made him self an icon as one of the best heel ever to me ending his career with the royal rumble and some main events at mania
he love it from hogan vs warrior he was there at wm 6 all the way to wm 18 he fight on the same arena
another attitude star has gone .. hope him all good in his future a great hall of famer thank u edge
Thank you EDGE.....THANK YOU
Thank You for helping to make Tag Team Wrestling as great as WWF Championship match
Thank You for moments we will NEVER forget
Thank You for a live sex celbration which will NEVER be seen again
Thank You for putting your body on the line night in and night out for the fans
Thank You for walking away with your HEALTH still intacted
Just thank you for 13 rated R years in the WWE
To VINCE & the "writers"....FUCK YOU...for saying NO to Edge vs Christian @ WM 27 (sorry that's the E & C mark coming out)....at least we have their 2001 fued.
smh some people on this forum needs to seriously get their asses kicked no respect at all
Well it's pretty clear you don't have much respect for the older guys. It's not easy to hang it up when it's all you know and love. Sometimes you need to appreciate the positive aspects and stop dwelling on the things that you didn't like. Looking back at Edge's career he was one of the best superstars the WWE has ever produced and all you care about is your beloved Christian becoming a World Champ at the expense of his retirement.
I know you will because it is how you are but this is a huge lack of respect and in all honesty I am surprised that you say this stuff about someone you claim used to be one of your favorites. Edge had a **** match a month ago at Elimination Chamber and that is based on a lot of opinions not just mine. His matches against Taker, Jericho and Ziggler have been great as well not to mention great multi man matches he has been in. His character has been stale for a couple of years but he still been very good in the ring.
shit i had no idea he was in such bad shape, better going out now than sticking it out and ending up like Bret Hart
Indeed he does deserve that respect. Fuck the haters or people that have turned on him over the years.
And Hiplop...I see we have the same taste in signature GIFs. Best entrance ever.
Because this business is all about what have you done for me lately. I do respect when he was good in the past, but he's not good now, and if you're not good NOW, then get out.
He will be missed
Once again, Thank You Edge
So the Miz can get out, because he is not good. Edge on his worst day is better
Total lack of disrespect for one of the all-time greats. Yeah Edge was slowly losing it the past couple years but he was still putting on better matches than 75% of the roster, and that is something to be said. Edge was basically carrying along injuries for years and he fought through them until his doctors said he couldn't go anymore. He has been carrying Smackdown on his back full-time for 5-6 years and he is not someone you can just replace. He deserves a lot of respect for entertaining fans for over a decade. Everyone has the right to his or her own opinion but please show the man a little respect, he certainly deserves it.
Thank you Edge! So much I have been a fan of yours since 2002 thanks for everything!
I will always remember Edge spearing Jeff Hardy off the ladder ad WM 17. One of my favorite moments ever. You will always be missed.
Edge will be missed. I've been a fan since his days in the Brood.
Edge forever. On this day he sees clearly
I'm shocked. I was praying it's kayfabe, but it's just not the case. Really disappointing. Edge has always been one of my favourites and was one of the reasons I got hooked on the product in the first place back a long, long time ago. Just... unbelievable. Thank you for everything, Edge.
What a surprise, Pyro disrespecting another wrestler at a totally inappropriate time. I have a shit load of respect for the man. He loved/respected the business and did a great job of entertaining fans for years. May he have a long healthy life and I'm glad it didn't result in a serious injury.
It isn't shocking to me. He literally looked broken. The issues he's having right now could have easily killed him if he continued to wrestle. The numbness and tingling in his arms could lead to a heart attack or he'd be stuck in a wheelchair for the rest of his life. I hope he gets his health back on track and just chills out. Great run.
His feud with Angle was probably one of my all time favorites. Thank you Edge for everything, one of my all time favorite wrestlers and really has been helping to carry WWE for some time now
Whoever said disrespectful comments about Edge, does not know what it truly means to appreciate the legends of this fine business, no respect for legends, are no friends of mine
Edge will be missed. Was never a big fan of his but respected him.
Wow...you know what I just realized? That I saw Edge's last ever career WWE match in Atlanta LIVE in person at WrestleMania 27.
It's sad he was one of my favorites when I began to watch wrestling.To see that he's gone is just astounding........it's sad.....We will miss you edge....so much
I still can't believe the way it all went down, it came out of nowhere, and even writing this I am still a little shocked over it. Edge has been one of my favorites for a very long time, and seeing one of the guys I grew up watching and always wanted to become WWE Champion, finally win it at NYR 2006 was a mark out moment for sure. For me nothing will ever beat being in the ACC at Unforgiven 2006, Edge coming home as the WWE Champion, and putting on the best 1 on 1 TLC match to date was out of this world. And as Edge mentioned one of his favourite moments was main eventing WM24 with the Undertaker, as a huge Edgehead, I could not have been prouder of the guy who grew up in my hometown.I guess it all makes sense now as to why Edge retained at WM27, he had never walked out of Wrestlemania as World Champion, and he and the WWE knew it was his last match and decided to give him that moment.I know Edge will never read this, but I just wanted to thank him for putting his career, health, and life on the line to entertain us, something that we can never repay.
Been a huge Edge fan since his debut. Always found the guy interesting and watching him wrestle was a treat.
Once a Edge fan always an Edge fan
I hate to see him go. He is one of the better performer in the WWE. But he make the right choice. For his health, we better retire now than ending up destroying his body. All Hail the Rated R superstar....EDGE!!!!
I didn't get the chance to see Edge's retirement speech, however I am glad that Adam Copeland is able to finish his career with his health still intact. Without a doubt Edge, provided some of the best matches and promos throughout his storied career, and became one of the biggest names in the business throughout it. While it is a shame that Edge and Christian never had a feud over the World title, it is truly a time to show respect and gratitude for a man who had a great career and accomplished everything he wanted to accomplish in his career. Thanks for the memories, Adam "Edge" Copeland, and the best to you in your post-WWE in ring career and life.
That spear on Brodus Clay was what did him in.
crappy wwe title runs, great world title runs
Listening to him throughout the speech, I was waiting for Del Rio to come out and say "you're not gonna run from me" or something of that nature just to confirm that it was kayfabe. When that didn't happen, I knew it was real. Thank you Edge for all the memories you've left us with. You accomplished your goals and lived your dream better than you could've ever imagined. The best thing about this is that you can WALK away from the business and that's all that matters.
That pretty much came out of the blue, but thankfully he caught it before he had his ladder match at Extreme Rules. Thanks Edge for all the memories and matches, I'm gonna miss him on Smackdown.I presume Christian takes his spot for the time being no Smackdown, he might even win the title.
I'm glad I was at his last match and this speech has convinced me to be there for his last match. SD is in Albany and I wasn't planning on going until I saw the speech and the fact that sources are saying it's true has me convinced. I'll do my best to be there for his last show, just really need to find someone to work for me on Tuesday Night...
Damn. Did NOT see this coming. When I saw the preview about Edge "later tonight" I thought it was going to be some work to build up his feud with ADR. Feel bad for the guy because his heart and mind are obviously still very much in the business, but his body just gave up on him. Props to the WWE for ensuring he gets the quality medical care he obviously needed / needs rather than risking further injury for the sake of a storyline. They really could've said "he only needs to go one more match, turn the title over, then call it a career", but they proactively stepped in, it seems. Either way, thanks to Edge for all of the memories. Just hearing him recount the moments of his career gave me little mental snapshots of how far he came. Get healthy.
He's not having one more match, he's gone. If he wrestles again he's putting his health and possibly life at risk.
Thank you Edge for all the memories and the recent memory of shaking your hand and having fun with the Rated R spinner belt in Sacramento. True fan here and no lie im still bummed wanted to turn Raw off after that.
I'm shocked. This sucks. Thanks for so many memories Adam "Edge" Copeland...
With that said, I was a pretty big Edge fan during his peak time as a heel. He was the best heel in the company at that time. Even though his ring work deteriorated over the last few years, I was still a fan. He'll be missed.
Don't know why others are getting on posters for saying it would have been better for Edge to retire way back. He's clearly been in pain these last couple years and not the wrestler he was. There's nothing wrong with mentioning it.
Only on an internet forum can people place more importance on Edge vs Christian!! than a person's physical wellbeing.
Lets all be glad this is a discussion about retirement and not tragic paralysis or death. Thank goodness he was responsible enough to get checked out by doctors. He gave a lot to wrestling, he deserves a good life.
Anyone think Edge will stick around for non wrestling roles?
Christian: "I've shed my tears..And from here on out I choose 2celebrate 1 of the greatest careers in WWE history..Cant wait2 induct u in the HOF #Edge."
Jim Ross: "Edge will always be one of my favorites. I'm so grateful I was in a role to help him launch his wwe dream. Dreams do come true. Edge=HOF!"
Kelly Kelly: "Thank you Adam for everything.. you've been such a great friend your an amazing person, n inspiration and I had the honor of working with u!"
Joey Styles: "In wrestling you make many acquaintances and few friends. Edge is a friend. My friend, seeing you was always a pleasure and never a chore."
Gail Kim: "Thank u Edge for everything u have given to the business and ur friendship. We r sad 2 c u go but grateful 4 ur health.also can't wait 2 c christian induct u to the HOF"
Howard Finkel: "Thank you Edge for everything that you gave and meant to this industry, and personally speaking, thank you for your friendship!"
Yoshi Tatsu: "I can't believe it. I'm very sad. But thank you very much Edge."
Eve Torres: "An emotional night for sure. #ThankYouEdge. One of the most creative, hard working, passionate, & helpful men in the WWE. We'll miss you!"
Vickie Guerrero: "I'm so sad to see Edge leave...I'm honored I got to learn so much from him. He will be missed."
Natalya Neidhart: "My thoughts are with Edge, and thank you so much for the wonderful memories. You're a real, true friend and ill never forget it."
Michelle McCool: "Didn't catch raw but heard about most important part. I love you Edger! Thank you all you've given to a biz I have always loved! Mad respect. Goes out to all you've done not only for your fans, but for us as well. I am so blessed to call u a friend! Thx for always helping me!"
I just came in here to post something about that. And i think it would be ironic if he became the raw gm. Considering his history wid the pc gm
Hate to hear this.
My "prime" as a wrestling fan was around 1995-1999. When I came back to it in 2006, the Edge and Cena feud was one of the big selling points that kept me interested. The TLC match at Unforgiven is one of my favorite matches of all time and to this day I feel that Edge not only put on the best matches with Cena, but was also the best feud Cena has done. Also loved the rated RKO vs. DX angle around that same time. And the Edge and Orton match on Raw after Wrestlemania 23 was another personal favorite of mine. Always wish they would have worked a longer program against each other. My favorites will always be the guys from my younger days back when I was really into wrestling, but Edge has definitely been my favorite since my return to watching wrestling in 2006. Hate to see him go out like this, but glad he not only got to win at his last Wrestlemania, but that he is getting out before it is too late. He will definitely be missed
Remember hearing rumors of him retiring back in 2004. Glad he stayed for a few more years. Edge will be missed.
I remember seeing Edge debut as the 'tortured soul' character. And I'll admit it, the gimmick didn't impress me. But all too soon we got to see what a funny, talented, brilliant guy he was. I will always remember both his ladder matches against the Hardys and the Dudley Boyz and his hilarious pairing with Edge and Christian.
And when he needed to make his act more serious. He gave us the 'Rated R Superstar' character, which gave John Cena some of his best moments in my opinion.
Edge has always been one of my favourites and whilst this is the end of his in-ring career, I really do hope we see him from time to time in a non-wrestling capacity. He loved what he did, and I loved watching him do it. He was a master of his craft.
Here's some funny things I'll always remember:
- Winning a cage match by tying Christian to the structure by his hair.
- Playing Benoit's theme on a kazoo.
- The Conquisadors.
- The Con-Chair-To. And trying to figure out how to pull it off on No Mercy on the N64.
- Slapping Cena's daddy like a bitch.
- Pretending to be Ric Flair and giving some schmuck of a motorist the Figure Four in the middle of the street.
- Going completely mental in his feud with the Undertaker and wasting Chavo.
Edge has had a brilliant run. I'll always have respect and admiration for the man.
The last time I found Edge entertaining was in his very first Cena feud. The Money In The Bank cash-in, the Rated R Superstar, the sex celebration, the matches. The period was so innovative and provided an almost live saving fresh breath to the WWE. As nothing interesting had happened since Cena won his title in his feud with JBL, but Edge brought the ratings, he brought the heat and he brought some great matches.
It's sad that a performer as good as that had such a consistently bad run for the last 4 years of his career.
I'm very shocked by this news, i missed Raw and i literally shed tears when i read the news, he's one of my favorite superstars of all time, John Cena and Edge were the first two superstars that really got me hooked on wrestling around 2006. I will always miss him. Thank you Edge.
It's sad to see him go. I'll miss you and I'll always respect you Edge. I'm just happy that you stopped before something even worse happened. The even sadder thing is that he was one of the Attitude Era wrestlers and now we are running out of those.
Not here to diss Edge, but this is good for WWE and for Edge.
For Edge: His life doesn't end when he takes a bump at the Extreme Rules ladder match. The guy is way overdue to retire.
For WWE/Smackdown : Instead of milking an old, broken down star for his popularity they will not be finally forced to build up someone new. I can imagine how badly everyone backstage is chastising whoever's decision it was to have Edge go over Del Rio in WM28. It would have been perfect for Edge to put over Del Rio and retire soon after. Now we have a credibility black hole at the top where if Del rio is established as the next champion, he'll only be the guy who got beaten by Edge at Wrestlemania and got the vacant title after Edge retired.
Also, now he can go to the Hall of Fame like he deserves.
Aslong as he walked away is all that really counts. Thank you for the influence you left on my life. It's a shame you'll never know.
Its hard to form words now, I am quite shaken by the suddenness and impact of this news. All I can say is he had a GREAT career and I am glad he decided to hang up his boots before anything serious happened. He did the right thing, and he has my lifelong respect.
Thank you Edge, but I have seen this coming for some time. He has been really unlucky with injuries. He has thoroughly entertained me throughout his career as a tag team wrestler and a singles competitor. Thanks for the memories.
That's because Hogan opens his mouth before knowing all the facts, like an idiot. He probably isn't aware of Edge's condition or the fact that if he kept wrestling he could very well end up like Dynamite Kid. Trust me, Hogan doesn't follow the business that closely unless it involves him. He can't even spell Shawn Michaels' name right and according to him the Montreal Screwjob took place at "Wrestlemania 16 or 17 or whatever the hell it was" and involved "teeny tiny Shawn Michaels (he's almost the same size as Bret) holding Bret down and pinning him and making him look like a horse's ass".
i wonder why would he do that..considering he's one of the greatest legend in wwe and yet...wow this really make me lost respect for the guy...big time... it as if a teacher laughing at his/her own student and saying u sucks
Hogan is a sack of shit.
hogan is a cripple broken down egomaniac money hungry pile of shit. not only has he helped destroy tna but taking a shot at edge who could have become paralyzed if he continues is just low and completely uncalled for. someone needs to put hogan in his place . icant stand that old fucker and his ego and holier than thou attitude. just go to a nursing home and count the days u have left .ur a piece of scum...
He'll have an on air role or become an ambassador for WWE for sure. For about 3 years I've been saying that he needs to hang it up before it gets to this point. I guess it's better late than never. If he went into Extreme Rules this fucked up, there's no telling how much worse his body would be in after wards. Hogan isn't even worth a response.
the shit is hogan on about, if he would have listened to the doctors he would have quit 15 years ago? if you would have quite 15 years ago you'd still have your own hips.
When I watched the Raw replay after I got home, I couldn't believe what I was hearing. Edge is and always will be one of my favorite wrestlers, and one of the reasons I've continued to watch the WWE over the years. Thank you Adam Copeland for all the great memories and matches.
+1 hogan needs to shut his mouth.
im sad to see edge go but im thankful for all that he gave us :/ i still wish i got to see edge and Christian in a ladder match at WM
Well, as one of his biggest fans, this has broken my heart. Honestly.
This is terrible news. Contrary to popular belief on here, Edge has remained one of the wwe's top in ring talents and mic workers and they are losing a real character for sure. Damn.
All I can say is Thank you Edge, you have and always will be my favorite WRESTLER (I refuse to say Sports-Entertainer). Thanks for all the memories, you will be missed
Deep respect to Edge. A sorry day in the history of the WWE to lose one of it's finest talents. It reinforces how much outstanding talents put themselves on the line in extreme athletic contests in the name of sports entertainment, and how little regard we fans often show for these risks. Where's the keyfabe now?
1. I was one of those saying that Edge was losing it and should hang them up......BUT NOT LIKE THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wanted a HBK level retirement!!!!!!!!!!!!
2. Thank you Adam Copeland.
Really sad. I don't care what anyone says, he's up there for me as one of the greats. Even towards the end, Edge put on some awesome matches. What a complete performer too. Mic skills, in-ring skills, you name it.
Out of every wrestler in the company, I can't honestly think of anyone who has put their body on the line more than Edge. He's speared from the top of a ladder, thrown himself through fire and got FU'd through a million tables off the top of a ladder, among numerous other things. He's literally killed himself for our entertainment. He'll be missed.
Edge is a legend, sucks he is gone. He will be missed. HOF next year?
thankz edge i was shocked..thanz for all the memories,,im crying omg
A great all around entertainer. Participated in my favorite match ever, and the best tag team ever. He will be missed.
Smackdown seriously needs Jericho back. I fear that if Vince makes Orton go to Smackdown, he'll demand the belt and hold it for a very long, boring time.
I remember watching wrestling mostly in my younger days, in the late 90s, and then briefly in 2006. I therefore did not see all that much of Edge, since I was lukewarm at best in terms of viewing in 2006. But what I do know from what I have seen is that in his prime, he was one of the best performers. And even though many say that he was declining, ever since I started watching again, I enjoyed watching him perform more than some others in the upper tier. Very sad, but much better than some other outcomes.
And fuck Hogan.
Really fucking sad that he has to retire. Love him or hate him, you have to respect what he's done in his career and how he moved from Tag-Team specialist to main eventer, while overcoming a broken neck on the way (among other injuries). The people saying they're glad are fucking idiots and don't deserve to be wrestling fans, Edge put his body on the line for over a decade for you.
You come to expect it from pathetic posters such as Urdnot Wrex though. No respect.
The worst thing about is this is a Stone Cold type retirement because it said he's one bump away from a paralysis.
really sad that he has to retire as this age. he's one of the biggest stars in wwe and he deserves to retire with the world title. thank you edge.
just lost pretty much the only reason i still watch wrestling, farewell edge and thanks for the memories, hall of famer in the next year or two
This really came out of nowhere. whilst I wouldn't say I'm a fan of his, it's always kind of sad to see a retirement.
Huge shock for me, his wrestling towards the end had deteriorated but when it mattered he pulled out big matches and he was an excellent character. Smackdown will be a lot duller without him. I shoe in (and a rightful one) for HOF next year.
Wow, Hogan's a dick. Also, I think the reason why Edge stopped was because it was a reoccurring injury...on a prior broken neck! Edge probably knows he wouldn't be able to get his neck fixed again if it broke.
Also, Hogan and Flair should be gone already...dunno about FOley/Hardy's situation.
True. I wish Hogan had stopped wrestling 15 years ago. Suggesting that Edge should carry on wrestling despite his injury is a little bit insensitive.
With Edge, it's sad to say but I saw it coming. The guy was carrying around a lot of injuries and wasn't competing at his former standard. With his neck injury and achilles tendon injury, it seemed inevitable that he'd be wrapping it up some time in the next year or so. All those TLC matches must've finally caught up with him! To his credit, he's had one of the best wrestling careers possible; multiple time champion, Rumble winner, KOTR winner, MITB winner, Wrestlemania main eventer ... the guy has pretty much done it all so he isn't leaving behind an unfulfilled legacy. It's still a shame, though.
Man, Edge is retiring now. That is sad. He was one of the few guys left from the Attitude Era. I still remember when he first debuted, joined Gangrel and formed the Brood, then he teamed up with Christian and gave us "five second" poses. He mentioned all that in his promo too. WWE let him say whatever he wanted on TV and that was nice. He will be missed. He had to forfeit the title as a winner though so this was a good way for him to go out. This wasn't no "I lost my smile" speech and forfeiting the title because he didn't want to lay down to someone else (Shame on you 90's HBK). Lol....
Thank you Edge, For all the fond memories you have given me and all the wrestling fans around the world.
Edge has always been one of my all-time favorite wrestlers.
Despite him being sometimes a bit stale in the last few months, I thought that he deserved one lenghty reign in his role as a veteran face, after all the "opportunistic" reigns. Still, when I watched Wrestlemania, I was surprised that he retained. But now I'm very glad that he did. Going out as the champ at Wrestlemania is a great ending for one hell of a career.
I will miss Edge a lot.
Perhaps Christian will be pushed now (hey, I can dream!)
Edit: Oh, I forgot:
THANK YOU, EDGE!
just wake up, watching the raw replay and first i couldn't believe the whole thing... i was like " ok Del Rio will jump for behind stuff like that " but the promo was too intense, Edge had tears in his eyes, the boys and girls in back too... can't still believe this. i will watch SmackDown this week, because he will be on, most likely to relinquish the title but if it's real im gonna miss that man.
Damn it. I'm gonna miss Edge a lot. But if the injury is really serious, I'm glad he has retired instead of continuing and causing himself further harm. I really am shocked that this has happened so quickly, but thank you Edge for everything you have done for us.
There is no way that wasn't real. It is just starting to sink in that I will never see Edge in the ring again. Fucking depressing.
Honestly can't believe this. But it's for the best, I'd rather this than him becoming a paraplegic or the like because he kept going too long. Hopefully he can live a relatively pain free life and enjoy his retirement. One of the best I've ever seen. Thanks for everything you've done to entertain us, Edge. Also, fuck Hulk Hogan for saying that. That man is dirt.
I guessed it would come at some point but I didn't expect it so be so soon.
Of course I'm sad he has to retire and we won't see him wrestle anymore but his health and his life are far more important than anything else and I'm glad he could go out with his head held high.
He's been one of the best overall talents WWE have had in the 2000'nds and listening to his speech made me realise just how far he came. Who'd have thought a guy who came in as a loner in a trenchcoat would have come this far? Who would have thought the guy who took so much (unfair) real-life heat in 2005 would have earned the respect of nearly every single person who watches wrestling? He's a talent who doesn't come along very often, someone who is the full package in terms of in-ring ability, mic work and charisma and deserves all the plaudits he gets and then some. He's been loved, hated, taken a shit load of personal abuse, jumped off ladders, through tables, into fire, put his body on the line repeatedly and gave us some fantastic moments in matches, segments and promos over the years. He's a true example of a guy who paid his dues and is going out as the most decorated wrestler WWE have had and thoroughly deserved too.
He has said he'd like to take time out but I hope that in the future, he comes back in a non-wrestling role - perhaps on commentary? You can see he still loves the business but unfortunately, the body isn't on the same page as the mind, heart and soul.
Thank you, Edge. Truly. Thank you.
Hogan is an asshole.. I m glad Edge retired for a healthy future. I will miss him.. there will never be another Rated R Superstar.