WWE SmackDown Season 6

1: SmackDown 229

Jan 1, 2004

In an effort to silence allegations of his desire to be a singles competitor, Eddie Guerrero looks to regain his focus on the Tag Team Division as Los Guerreros take on The World's Greatest Tag Team in the main event. After weeks of absence, Kurt Angle returns and shares his plans to enter the 2004 Royal Rumble. All this and much more.

2: SmackDown 229

Jan 8, 2004

Months of family tension explodes between Los Guerreros when they take on the Basham Brothers in tag team action. Hardcore Holly takes on United States Champion Big Show in a Street Fight in the main event. Plus, John Cena, Rey Mysterio, and many more in action.

3: SmackDown 230

Jan 15, 2004

SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman orders Cena to take on Rhyno in a main event match where the loser will have to literally clean up his mouth. While Kurt Angle tries to help mend the problems between Eddie and Chavo Guerrero, Latino Heat is faced with a hard truth about his family ties. Plus, several Superstars qualify for the Royal Rumble.

4: SmackDown 231

Jan 22, 2004

Eddie Guerrero teams with Kurt Angle to take on Chavo Guerrero & Chavo Guerrero Sr. In retribution for having his mouth washed out with soap, SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman looks to punish the perpetrators by putting them in a 2-on-4 Handicap match against WWE Champion Brock Lesnar and others. Plus, Rey Mysterio, Billy Kidman, and more.

5: SmackDown 232

Jan 29, 2004

SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman announces a 15-Man Royal Rumble Match to determine who will challenge Brock Lesnar for the WWE Championship at No Way Out. While SmackDown's finest compete for this chance at glory, the Beast offers up an opportunity of his own. Plus, Jamie Noble challenges Rey Mysterio for the Cruiserweight Championship.

6: SmackDown 233

Feb 5, 2004

SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman promises to announce a new no. 1 Contender to challenge the WWE Champion at WrestleMania XX. While Kurt Angle tries to impress the boss by taking on Hardcore Holly in the main event, United States Champion Big Show readies to prove that he can handle more gold. Plus, Rey Mysterio, Jamie Noble, and many more.

7: SmackDown 234

Feb 12, 2004

Brock Lesnar plays mind games with Eddie Guerrero. However, Latino Heat may get some payback a little early as he teams with Kurt Angle to face the Beast and United States Champion Big Show in the main event. Plus, Rhyno goes one-on-one with Hardcore Holly, Cruiserweight Champion Rey Mysterio takes on Tajiri, and more.

8: SmackDown 235

Feb 19, 2004

Eddie Guerrero kicks off his reign as the new WWE Champion by settling a family rivalry as he faces Cruiserweight Champion Chavo Guerrero. However, when a special guest referee is added, Latino Heat learns that hard truths cut both ways. Plus, Brock Lesnar sets his sights on who's next, Kurt Angle & John Cena battle the Basham Brothers, and more.

9: SmackDown 236

Feb 26, 2004

WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero hunts Kurt Angle, but is ejected from the building by General Manager Paul Heyman. Rey Mysterio takes on Nunzio, Billy Kidman, and Jamie Noble in a Sudden Death Fatal 4-Way No. 1 Contender's Match for the Cruiserweight Championship. Brock Lesnar has words of warning for his WrestleMania XX opponent Goldberg.

10: SmackDown 237

Mar 4, 2004

General Manager Paul Heyman demands a public apology from WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero for his a week ago, but ends up facing Guerrero in a match in the main event. Brock Lesnar gloats over stealing "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's ATV. John Cena warms up for his WrestleMania XX match against United States Champion Big Show by facing A-Train.

11: SmackDown 238

Mar 11, 2004

"Stone Cold" Steve Austin comes to SmackDown to reclaim his property from Brock Lesnar. However, the Rattlesnake may be in for a cold reception. John Cena prepares for his opportunity at Big Show's United States Championship by taking on Rhyno. Plus, WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero battles Shelton Benjamin, an 8-Man Tag Team match, and more.

12: SmackDown 239

Mar 19, 2004

Shelton Benjamin, Billy Gunn, Rey Mysterio, and Charlie Haas compete in a series of Gauntlet Matches for an opportunity to challenge Eddie Guerrero for the WWE Championship. John Cena begins his reign as United States Champion by defending the gold against Rhyno. All this and much more.

13: SmackDown 240

Mar 26, 2004

After Paul Heyman's unexpected departure from WWE, Kurt Angle assumes the role of SmackDown General Manager. With the Olympic Gold Medalist already shaking things up by trading Triple H back to Raw, he turns his attention to giving SmackDown's newest acquisition a WWE Championship opportunity against Eddie Guerrero in the main event.

14: SmackDown 241

Apr 2, 2004

SmackDown General Manager Kurt Angle gives the Superstars of his brand a new prize to compete for. While WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero readies to see who will earn an opportunity at his title, John "Bradshaw" Layfield receives an unjust reward. Plus, Rey Mysterio & Spike Dudley in tag team action, The Dudley Boyz take on Akio & Sakoda, and more.

15: SmackDown 242

Apr 9, 2004

SmackDown General Manager Kurt Angle names the recipient of The Great American Award and new No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship. Booker T shows his true colors when he teams with Rob Van Dam to take on Charlie Haas & Big Show. Plus, Theodore Long takes some special precautions, United States Champion John Cena faces Danny Basham, and more.

16: SmackDown 243

Apr 16, 2004

John "Bradshaw" Layfield and SmackDown General Manager Kurt Angle enlist Big Show to punish WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero, but Big Show adds a stipulation to their confrontation that spells danger for the Olympic Gold Medalist. Rob Van Dam faces Booker T. United States Champion John Cena battles Cruiserweight Champion Chavo Guerrero and more.

17: SmackDown 244

Apr 23, 2004

Following Kurt Angle's recent injuries at the hands of Big Show, Paul Heyman returns to fill his place as General Manager of SmackDown. United States Champion John Cena takes on Chavo Guerrero Sr. and Cruiserweight Champion Chavo Guerrero in a Handicap Match. Plus, WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero and D-Von Dudley clash in the main event and more.

18: SmackDown 245

Apr 30, 2004

Despite his in-ring career being threatened by injury, SmackDown General Manager Kurt Angle returns to chastise those he blames for his recent sufferings. After coming to Rob Van Dam's aid during an attack by Paul Heyman's agents of extreme, WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero finds himself facing Bubba Ray Dudley in the main event. All this and more.

19: SmackDown 246

May 7, 2004

SmackDown General Manager Kurt Angle looks to protect The Dudley Boyz from feeling the burn of Latino Heat by having Rey Mysterio replace Eddie Guerrero as Rob Van Dam's partner in the main event. While The Undertaker battles The F.B.I. in a Handicap Match, Booker T seeks help from the grave. All this and more.

20: SmackDown 247

May 14, 2004

When the passion of WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero lands him behind bars, John "Bradshaw" Layfield vows to make an example out of Rey Mysterio. Booker T sets out to prove that his power can rival that of The Undertaker by taking on The F.B.I. in a Handicap Match. Plus, United States Champion John Cena takes on Sakoda, and much more.

21: SmackDown 248

May 21, 2004

WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero, Rob Van Dam & Rey Mysterio take on JBL and The Dudley Boyz. Rene Dupree challenges John Cena for the United States Championship. Plus, Chavo Guerrero defends the Cruiserweight Championship against Spike Dudley and Chavo Classic in a Triple Threat Match, Booker T in action, and more.

22: SmackDown 249

May 28, 2004

The United States Championship is on the line in the main event when John Cena defends the gold against Rene Dupree in a Lumberjack Match. SmackDown General Manager Kurt Angle looks to further humiliate Eddie Guerrero. Despite Booker T being tormented by The Undertaker's mind games, it is Paul Bearer that is taken for ride. All this and much more.

23: SmackDown 250

Jun 4, 2004

On a night where The Undertaker takes on Booker T in the main event, Paul Heyman gives The Deadman a choice regarding his recently-abducted friend, Paul Bearer. After WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero battles Danny Basham, John "Bradshaw" Layfield announces a stipulation for their upcoming match. Plus, Rey Mysterio faces Rene Dupree and much more.

24: SmackDown 251

Jun 11, 2004

In an effort to name a challenger to face John Cena for the United States Championship, SmackDown General Manager Kurt Angle orders Cena to compete against Booker T, Rob Van Dam, and Rene Dupree in a unique Triple Play Challenge main event. WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero hijacks John "Bradshaw" Layfield's limo to give JBL the ride of his life.

25: SmackDown 252

Jun 18, 2004

After making a concrete deal with The Undertaker, Paul Heyman bids The Deadman to do his dirty work. Rob Van Dam & United States Champion John Cena take on Booker T & Rene Dupree. Plus, The Dudley Boyz challenge Charlie Haas & Rico for the WWE Tag Team Championship, Rey Mysterio goes for gold, and more.

26: SmackDown 253

Jun 25, 2004

United States Champion John Cena calls out The Undertaker. John "Bradshaw" Layfield tries to get a piece of WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero a little early when Latino Heat takes on Luther Reigns. Plus, Superstars compete in a Battle Royal to name a new No. 1 Contender for the Cruiserweight Championship, Rob Van Dam faces Rene Dupree, and much more.

27: SmackDown 254

Jul 2, 2004

John "Bradshaw" Layfield kicks off his reign as the new WWE Champion by defending the gold against Spike Dudley. While Rob Van Dam, Booker T, and Rene Dupree compete for a chance at his United States Championship in a Triple Threat Match, John Cena looks to teach Kenzo Suzuki a lesson. All this and more.

28: SmackDown 255

Jul 9, 2004

John Cena defends the United States Championship against Booker T. As a gesture of good faith, Paul Heyman looks to return The Undertaker's most valued possession. WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield's attempts to show his superiority against international Superstars backfires. Plus, Cruiserweight Champion Rey Mysterio, Rob Van Dam, and more.

29: SmackDown 256

Jul 16, 2004

Eddie Guerrero challenges John "Bradshaw" Layfield for the WWE Championship inside a steel cage. After being stripped of the United States Championship, John Cena is on a quest to regain his title. However, SmackDown General Manager Kurt Angle stacks the deck against the former champion by placing him in 3-on-1 Handicap Match.

30: SmackDown 257

Jul 23, 2004

On a night where SmackDown General Manager Kurt Angle looks to make Eddie Guerrero beg for his job, Mr. McMahon returns to show the WWE Universe how a boss handles his business. John "Bradshaw" Layfield finds himself with one foot in the grave. Plus, Bubba Ray Dudley in action, John Cena clashes with Luther Reigns, and much more.

31: SmackDown 258

Jul 30, 2004

After being named the new General Manager of SmackDown, Theodore Long announces that John Cena, Booker T, Rob Van Dam, and others will compete for the vacant United States Championship in an Eight-Man Elimination Match. While Eddie Guerrero lives up to his motto of "Lie, Cheat, and Steal", Kurt Angle finds out that this way of life can be messy.

32: SmackDown 259

Aug 6, 2004

While Kurt Angle prepares to battle Charlie Haas in singles action, Eddie Guerrero proceeds to sell The Olympic Gold Medalist's most prized possessions at auction. Rob Van Dam and John Cena battle to see who will challenge Booker T for the United States Championship. The Basham Brothers challenge Tag Team Champions Paul London & Billy Kidman.

33: SmackDown 260

Aug 13, 2004

The Undertaker battles Orlando Jordan. With the rivalry between Kurt Angle and Eddie Guerrero set to explode, SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long brings both men together to shake hands. John Cena, Rob Van Dam & Charlie Haas take on United States Champion Booker T, Luther Reigns & Rene Dupree in a Summer Games Relay Match main event.

34: SmackDown 261

Aug 20, 2004

The Undertaker warns WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield that his eyes are still on the gold. Kurt Angle partners with Luther Reigns to battle Eddie Guerrero & Rey Mysterio in a tag team match main event. Plus, John Cena and D-Von Dudley meet in singles action, Rob Van Dam goes one-on-one with Rene Dupree, and much more.

35: SmackDown 262

Aug 27, 2004

While Eddie Guerrero looks for revenge on Kurt Angle for giving his lowrider a paint job, it is SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long who ends up paying for the sins of The Olympic Gold Medalist. On behalf of WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield, Orlando Jordan defends the WWE Championship against The Undertaker. John Cena faces Booker T.

36: SmackDown 263

Sep 3, 2004

Kurt Angle and Eddie Guerrero meet in a 2-Out-of-3 Falls Match. WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield promises to give Charlie Haas the opportunity of a lifetime if he can defeat his chief of staff Orlando Jordan. John Cena, Rob Van Dam & Rey Mysterio team up against Kenzo Suzuki, Rene Dupree & United States Champion Booker T. All this and more.

37: SmackDown 264

Sep 10, 2004

Kurt Angle and Eddie Guerrero battle in a Lumberjack Match. However, the SmackDown roster is in store for one giant surprise. John "Bradshaw" Layfield's impressive WWE Championship reign continues but his stock is in danger after Teddy Long makes a special announcement. Plus, Rob Van Dam, Rey Mysterio, Paul London, and many more in action.

38: SmackDown 265

Sep 17, 2004

After being called out for a face-to-face confrontation with WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield, The Undertaker is reintroduced to two former allies. John Cena's pursuit of the United States Championship comes close to the end when he battles Booker T in the fourth match of their Best of Five Series for the gold. All this and much more.

39: SmackDown 266

Sep 24, 2004

Big Show & Eddie Guerrero face Kurt Angle & Luther Reigns. The Undertaker faces some demons from his past in a Handicap Match against former Ministry of Darkness members Gangrel & Viscera. Plus, United States Champion Booker T goes one-on-one with Paul London, Spike Dudley defends the Cruiserweight Championship against Rey Mysterio, and much more.

40: SmackDown 267

Oct 1, 2004

While vowing to end The Undertaker's career at No Mercy, WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield learns that those he is close to will end up suffering during his rivalry with The Deadman. Plus, United States Champion Booker T, Rico & Charlie Haas, and many more in action.

41: SmackDown 268

Oct 8, 2004

Just days after capturing the United States Championship from Booker T, John Cena finds himself defending the gold against a cool challenger in the main event. Plus, Kurt Angle sends Mark Jindrak to face Big Show in one-on-one action, WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield takes to the ring to face Hardcore Holly, and much more.

42: SmackDown 269

Oct 15, 2004

SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long announces a Battle Royal to determine the No. 1 Contender for the United States Championship. After being forced to apologize for his actions, Heidenreich calls out The Undertaker. Hardcore Holly challenges John "Bradshaw" Layfield for the WWE Championship, Eddie Guerrero takes on Luther Reigns, and more.

43: SmackDown 270

Oct 22, 2004

Booker T, Rob Van Dam & Rey Mysterio face WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield, Rene Dupree & Kenzo Suzuki. United States Champion Carlito becomes a suspect in the recent assault on John Cena. Plus, the finalists for the new Tough Enough competition are announced, Eddie Guerrero battles Mark Jindrak, and much more.

44: SmackDown 271

Oct 29, 2004

With an opportunity to challenge John "Bradshaw" Layfield for the WWE Championship at stake, Booker T faces Orlando Jordan. The seven finalists of Tough Enough are in for a huge surprise when they make their first appearance on SmackDown. Plus, Chavo Guerrero in action, Kurt Angle battles Rey Mysterio, and more.

45: SmackDown 272

Nov 5, 2004

Booker T partners with Josh Mathews to take on WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield & Orlando Jordan. Controversy abounds when Kurt Angle gives the finalists of Tough Enough a special challenge. Plus, Dawn Marie faces Miss Jackie in an Arm Wrestling Match, Rey Mysterio & Rob Van Dam battle Luther Reigns & Mark Jindrak, and much more.

46: SmackDown 273

Nov 12, 2004

Before they meet at Survivor Series, members of Team Angle and Team Guerrero meet in a series of matches, including Kurt Angle going one-on-one with Big Show. Josh Mathews demands a match with Orlando Jordan. Plus, Rey Mysterio partners with Chavo Guerrero to take on the duo of Billy Kidman & Cruiserweight Champion Spike Dudley and much more.

47: SmackDown 274

Nov 19, 2004

John Cena challenges Carlito Caribbean Cool for the United States Championship. Following his loss to The Undertaker, Heidenreich takes to the ring. Plus, the Tough Enough competition continues, Rey Mysterio & Rob Van Dam face WWE Tag Team Champions Rene Dupree & Kenzo Suzuki, and more.

48: SmackDown 275

Nov 26, 2004

On a special Thanksgiving edition of SmackDown, Big Show gets into the spirit of the holiday by hosting a festive celebration. Orlando Jordan & WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield take on Eddie Guerrero & Booker T. The remaining Tough Enough contestants find themselves in a test of strength. Plus, another challenge in the Kurt Angle Invitational.

49: SmackDown 276

Dec 3, 2004

The Undertaker takes on WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield & Orlando Jordan in a Handicap Match. The remaining contestants of Tough Enough are left shell shocked by an unexpected elimination. Plus, Kurt Angle finds no joy when his affections are rebuffed, Eddie Guerrero & Booker T team up to face off against The Basham Brothers, and much more.

50: SmackDown 277

Dec 10, 2004

Before defending the WWE Championship against Booker T, Eddie Guerrero, and The Undertaker in a Fatal 4-Way Match at Armageddon, John "Bradshaw" Layfield teams with his Cabinet to take on each of his opponents in a 4-On-3 Handicap Match. Plus, Rob Van Dam & Rey Mysterio battle Kenzo Suzuki & Rene Dupree for the WWE Tag Team Championship and more.

51: SmackDown 278

Dec 17, 2004

After successfully retaining the WWE Championship at Armageddon, John "Bradshaw" Layfield's victory celebration is cut short when Kurt Angle challenges JBL for the gold. When the winner of the Tough Enough competition is finally announced, the lucky individual receives a royal welcome to SmackDown. All this and much more.

52: SmackDown 279

Dec 24, 2004

The Superstars of SmackDown journey overseas to pay tribute to the men and women of the United States Armed Forces by celebrating Christmas in Baghdad. From Kurt Angle & Luther Reigns taking on Rey Mysterio & Eddie Guerrero to The Undertaker going one-on-one with Heidenreich, WWE salutes the troops by bringing them a little taste of home.

53: SmackDown 280

Dec 31, 2004

The fate of John "Bradshaw" Layfield's reign as WWE Champion is left up to chance. Heidenreich receives an eerie glimpse into the other side when The Undertaker offers him a choice. John Cena shows what kind of champion he is after Rene Dupree challenges him for the United States Championship. All this and more.

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