Copyright 2019 by Michael W. Rickard II

A brutal rulebreaker, known for his tendency to intentionally injure opponents, takes things too far, laying a beloved wrestler out. In one case, heel Greg “The Hammer” Valentine broke Chief Wahoo McDaniel’s leg, igniting an epic feud. In another, Greg “The Hammer”

Valentine broke Chief Jay Strongbow’s leg, igniting an epic feud. You might be wondering if you read things right (and wondering whether Valentine was related to General Phillip Sheridan). Join me now as I look at how the World-Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF) recycled a classic angle leading to some of that ol’ Madison Square Garden Magic.

Originally presented at Canadian Bulldog's World