Eddie Guerrero Day: A Tribute To A Local Wrestling Icon

El Paso is turning up the heat for one of its own. On November 18, 2025, the City of El Paso will officially recognize Eddie Guerrero Day, honoring the life and legacy of Eddie Guerrero, the man the world came to know as Latino Heat. From his early days training under the famous Guerrero family to his reign as a world champion on wrestling’s biggest stage, Eddie carried the heart, humor, and hunger of this city wherever he went.

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For fans, this isn’t just a city proclamation. It’s a long-overdue tribute to a son of El Paso who brought lucha to the world and never forgot where he came from. His charisma lit up arenas, his in-ring storytelling made millions believe, and his grit inspired generations who saw in him a reflection of their own fight to rise, to endure, and to shine.

The proclamation is also sparking something bigger, a movement to make sure Eddie’s legacy stands tall in his hometown. Organizers are raising funds to refurbish the Eddie Guerrero mural, rename a local park in his honor, and ultimately create a bronze statue that will permanently commemorate his contributions to wrestling and the Borderland community.

These efforts, led by community advocate Chris Rojas, invite fans from every corner of the city and beyond to take part. The goal isn’t just to remember Eddie, it’s to make sure future generations know who he was and what he stood for: hard work, pride, and an unbreakable bond with his people.

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El Paso has produced many legends, but few ever embodied the city’s spirit the way Eddie did. He was fiery, funny, flawed, and fearless, and every time he stepped into the ring, the crowd could feel the Borderland beating in his chest.

Eddie Guerrero Day isn’t just a date on the calendar. It’s a reminder that heroes like Eddie don’t fade; they live on through us, through our stories, and through the city that built them.

To get involved or contribute to the mural restoration, park renaming, or statue project, contact:
Chris Rojas
@chrismrojas on Instagram
📧 cm.rojas1984@gmail.com

Because legends like Latino Heat don’t burn out, they light the way for everyone who comes after.

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10 Infamous Receipts in Pro Wrestling History

In pro wrestling, a "receipt" is an ass-kicking that you brought upon yourself. It comes from the cardinal rule of the business -- always take care of your opponent. If you fail to do that, the repercussions will fall squarely on your head (often via chair shot).

The Undertaker recently explained the purpose of giving receipts in wrestling. "I'm pretty patient [when it comes to giving a receipt]. It all depends on intent," the Deadman said. "Some guys just work very snug. I pride myself on my punches. I feel like I can make it look like I can take your head off and not touch you. Every once in a while one gets away from me... I'd much rather it be there than it miss. It ain't ballet."

But not all receipts come after a stiff shot gets away. Sometimes a performer delivers a receipt to protect themselves from an unsafe worker, like when Taker had to shut down Giant Gonzalez at Wrestlemania IX. "[Gonzalez] cracks me right across the back of my neck, and then once I get back the feeling in my little fingers... I flipped," Taker recalled on his podcast. "I turned around and just started wailing on him."

Let's go back to classic WWE, the old territories, and even a battle between monsters in Japan. Here are 10 of the most infamous receipts in pro wrestling history.