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Finishing move: Kryptonite Krunch

Trademark move: Deep Impact (Double Arm Facebuster)

Finishing move (as Simon Dean): Simonizer (Modified Spinning Leghook Fireman's Carry Slam)

Trademark move (as Simon Dean): Curb Stomp (Modified Deathlock Surfboard with a Stomp to the back of his opponent, forcing their head into the mat)

Trademark move (as Simon Dean): Modified Facebusters, the opponent's head is caught between Dean's legs as he performs push-ups

Is widely acknowledged as the innovator of several moves used by wrestlings's top stars.

Twin brother Don is also involved in professional wrestling. He is a manager/promoter known as Donnie B.

In April 2002, Nova signs a developmental deal with the WWF/E.

In June 2004, Mike was promoted to the role of "assistant booker" in Ohio Valley Wrestling to learn more about the creative process.

January 30, 2003 at a WWE Velocity Taping, Nova debuts on WWE TV using his real name Mike Bucci, getting defeated by Jamie Noble.