"Having been retired from the ring for nearly 5 years, I am eagerly looking forward to returning to the ring, especially against another great ECW alum.  I have always respected, and liked, Guido.  I always viewed him as a great worker and someone who has put in the time to be respected.  In my view, Guido is certainly one of the most under-rated workers in the business.  Many underestimate him due to his size.  I am NOT one of those people!!!  I have watched him for years, and have always been respectful of his skills.  I am also keenly aware of his "shooter" background, and trust that he will be far more than a true test to me in my first match back from retirement.  I want to tell the fans that I am very excited to be getting the opportunity to, once again, entertain them.  I hope I don't fail to do just that.  Finally, as one who rarely believes in coincidences, I haven't failed to notice the sardonic irony in the NWA playing host to "The Franchise's" return.  There IS just a tiny bit of history between me and this organization.  My feelings, after all these years, since that night of infamy at the ECW Arena, have NOT changed.  I still view that belt, and that company, with the same level of disdain I always have.  New Jersey, I am on my way!!!"