Just wanted to let everyone know I'm still here lol. Things have been quiet on the HBK front for the last couple of weeks, and I've been really busy, thus the lack of updates. But there's a new layout coming in the next few days, and I've got a couple of things I'm working on as well. So stay tuned :)

Pepper | April 15, 2009 |

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Pepper | April 7, 2009 |

Congrats, Jesse! Please email me with your address so I can get your loot in the mail :)

Pepper | April 6, 2009 |

View Screen Captures | Download Video Streaks are made to be broken.
Whoever conjured that old cliché obviously knew nothing of The Undertaker. After an epic battle pitting shadow against light, The Demon from Death Valley was finally able to bury the soul of “Mr. WrestleMania,” Shawn Michaels. A triumph of darkness, the victory propels Undertaker’s WrestleMania winning streak to an unprecedented 17-0.
As more than 70,000 sets of eyes focused on the ring inside Houston’s Reliant Stadium, vendors twiddled their thumbs and bathroom breaks were put on hold during the classic confrontation that had the international crowd fixed to their seats.
Having never defeated HBK, Undertaker set a deliberate and destructive pace, which seemed to pay dividends early in the match. Then again, Michaels enjoys quite a reputation for stamina and managed to recapture the momentum before moving outside the ring.
That’s when The Deadman leaped over the top rope, taking aim at HBK. But just as Undertaker was about to land atop Michaels with the full force of his nearly 300 pound frame, HBK darted aside and pulled a cameraman into Undertaker’s path. After a near count-out, The Phenom dragged himself back into the ring, and the legendary Superstars traded some of the most lethal maneuvers in their arsenal.
In the end, though, the Undertaker would administer a second and final Tombstone to bury Michaels and secure his place in the annals of WWE history.
Though he lost, Michaels is to be commended for his efforts, never flinching from the daunting task before him. Unlike many of his predecessors, Michaels seemed unafraid to face The Phenom on WWE’s grandest stage, girded by both devotion and confidence.
For his part, Undertaker never once lost sight of his goal: Keeping his WrestleMania record unblemished. Now, in light of his monumental victory, Undertaker can rest – perhaps not “in peace” – but at least until he’s called on to defend The Streak at next year’s WrestleMania.

Pepper | April 5, 2009 |

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Pepper | April 4, 2009 |

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Don't know how I missed these, but I forgot to re-ad the AIM pics. These are from 2004 and 2005 at the Athletes International Ministries Conference.

Pepper | April 3, 2009 |

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In anticipation of Wrestlemania this Sunday, I dug out some old HBK/Taker footage. This was always one of my favorites. HBK and HHH search for Taker 'for the fans,' then HBK comes down from the ceiling dressed as Taker and they have an Undertaker BBQ. Classic DX!

Pepper | April 2, 2009 |

Happy Anniversary to Shawn and Rebecca! Gosh, it's hard to believe it's been 10 years...

Pepper | March 31, 2009 |

Before the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania takes over Houston, it will invade New York City this Tuesday at 1 p.m. ET, as the WrestleMania Press Conference will launch its silver anniversary celebration in Times Square.
Both Superstars and WWE Legends will be present at the Hard Rock Café thisTuesday, which may be good or bad news for Chris Jericho. What will happen when the Raw Superstar meets with WWE Hall of Famers Ric Flair and “Rowdy” Roddy Piper for one final time before they clash on The Grandest Stage of Them All?
WWE Champion Triple H will also be in attendance, along with Shawn Michaels and Mark Henry, all with colossal contests awaiting them on Sunday. World Heavyweight Champion Edge will be face-to-face with one of his WrestleMania Triple Threat Match opponents, Big Show. And of course, what press conference would be complete without some representation from the Sexiest Women on Television? Kelly Kelly and Eve are set to light up the Big Apple.
The entire WWE Universe is invited to join in the celebration. It all takes place when the doors open at 12:30 p.m. ET at the Hard Rock Café on 1501 Broadway, right in the heart of New York at Times Square.

Pepper | March 31, 2009 |

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Shawn Michaels holds a funeral for Undertaker’s undefeated WrestleMania streak; The Phenom emerged and received some Sweet Chin Music from HBK
When Shawn Michaels came to the ring, it became clear that the “funeral” announced earlier in the night was not for HBK, but rather for the undefeated WrestleMania streak of his opponent, Undertaker. Complete with a casket, roses and images of Michaels defeating The Deadman in their past encounters, the service saw HBK boast of his actions during recent weeks: Kicking Undertaker in the face and trespassing on his hollowed cemetery. The Showstopper announced that he had done all of this without enduring any retribution, and promised that the most memorable moment of the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania would be his victory over The Phenom.
Just then, the arena darkened and a gong rang out, heralding the arrival of Undertaker. When the lights came back up, The Phenom stood in the ring, but Michaels was nowhere to be seen. As The Deadman searched, HBK emerged from under the casket and once again laid Undertaker out with a superkick.

Pepper | March 30, 2009 |

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Just because I get a kick out of it lol, here are the captures and video from the HBK vs Hogan chapter from the Heartnreak and Triumph DVD :)

Pepper | March 30, 2009 |

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In light of Shawn's recent declaration that he won't be in any more ladder matches, I thought it would be fitting to highlight a video from a few years ago on Confidential where Shawn discusses his previous ladder matches. This is from February 8, 2004.

Pepper | March 29, 2009 |

Pepper | March 28, 2009 |

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Shawn Michaels pays "tribute" to Undertaker
The Showstopper paid a special "tribute" to his WrestleMania opponent, Undertaker (Match preview), making his entrance in the spirit of the bizarro world where everything is opposite. He slowly walked to the ring wearing a long white coat, white pants, white shirt, a lowered white hat and white padded gloves. He even surrounded himself with druids in white hoods as smoke consumed the air in every direction.
Michaels spoke of thriving in the spotlight throughout his career while Undertaker had flourished in the shadows. He assured the WWE Universe that he is not afraid of The Deadman because he has eternal life. However, even HBK’s spectacular entrance soon got buried by that of The Phenom. Undertaker suddenly burst through the ring floor with a vengeance; nearly chokeslamming Mr. WrestleMania before Michaels scrambled to safety with a satisfied look on his face. One week from this Sunday, words will be over and only one iconic Superstar will survive.

Pepper | March 27, 2009 |

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Back in 2000, Lance Cade and Brian Kendrick were just getting started in Memphis Championship Wrestling. They'd recently graduated from the SMWA, and had been wrestling in TWA for a few months.
To help get them over in MCW, Shawn made an appearance at a live event on October 21, 2000. The match was Lance Cade vs. Tracy Smothers, and I was there. This is the media from it. Enjoy :)

Pepper | March 27, 2009 |

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Shawn Michaels reflects on his ownership of the Show of Shows, closes the door on any future ladder matches, and shocks us with a potential request for a very personal favor from Bret Hart.

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Pepper | March 26, 2009 |

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I've been digging through some old tapes over the last few days as I'm doing a flashback series for my other site, and I came across this 14 year old tape a friend sent me years ago. On that tape was Shawn's appearance on Scratchy and Company in the UK on January 7, 1995. The audio is a little weak, but it's totally watchable. Thought you guys might enjoy it, too :)
More of these older videos may appear over the next week as I continue to dig around!

Pepper | March 26, 2009 |

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Undertaker appears to warn Shawn Michaels; HBK addresses The Phenom from a graveyard
SmackDown Superstar Undertaker emerged on Raw to warn his WrestleMania opponent of what’s in store for him on The Grandest Stage of Them All. The Phenom noted that while it’s true that he has never defeated HBK, the last time they faced, Michaels’ body was so broken that he spent the next five years recovering. Not one to be outdone, Shawn Michaels appeared, addressing Undertaker from a graveyard. HBK made it known that he isn’t afraid of his match with the Undertaker, and that he won’t be intimidated. The Showstopper went on to promise that Undertaker would be the one to rest in peace.

Pepper | March 23, 2009 |

Pepper | March 21, 2009 |

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Shawn Michaels def. Kane
As HBK prepares himself to try and destroy the undefeated WrestleMania streak of Undertaker, he took on the daunting task of toppling his monstrous brother Kane. Michaels came back from certain peril to defend The Big Red Machine with the stunning sound of Sweet Chin Music. Though HBK has never lost a one-on-one match to The Phenom, will it be enough to carry him forth to break the most fearful winning streak in WrestleMania history?

Pepper | March 20, 2009 |

Re-added the rest of the Magazine Scans!

Pepper | March 19, 2009 |

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Shawn Michaels & Undertaker def. Intercontinental Champion JBL & Vladimir Kozlov
There is nothing so tenuous as trust when pride intervenes. As the man who has posted a 16-0 record at WrestleMania paired up with the man dubbed “Mr. WrestleMania,” there were bound to be misgivings. Undertaker teamed with his WrestleMania opponent in a tag team match against new Intercontinental Champion JBL & Vladimir Kozlov. Tensions were laid bare once it appeared that Undertaker was about to secure the victory. Instead, his partner HBK tagged himself in and secured the win himself over JBL.
HBK’s one-upsmanship provoked The Deadman to raise a boot to Michaels’ head, but HBK ducked the black, leather brick. The two then locked eyes for a few anxious moments before Michaels exited up the entrance ramp. The Deadman followed, pausing at the top of the ramp to turn back to the crowd. That was HBK’s cue. He stepped onto the ramp and laid out Undertaker with Sweet Chin Music.

Pepper | March 16, 2009 |