WWE Tribute to the Troops 2013: Match Card, TV Info and Spoiler-Free Preview

The WWE and professional wrestling have negative images in the mainstream media, but there is no denying the good the company does when it puts on its annual Tribute to the Troops show.

The 2013 edition from Joint Base Lewis-McChord will be no different.

Not only will the fans be treated to some of the biggest names wrestling has to offer, but the troops and their families will also be able to witness live performances from comedian Jeff Dunham and musician Daughtry.

Here is all the vital information for watching the inspirational show, the full match card and a spoiler-free preview of the event.

Where: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash.

When: Saturday, Dec. 28, at 8 p.m. ET

Watch: NBC

Match	Predicted Winner
Mark Henry and Big E Langston vs. Ryback and Curtis Axel	Mark Henry and Big E Langston
The Prime Time Players vs. 3MB	The Prime Time Players
The Shield vs. Rey Mysterio and The Usos	The Shield
Divas Battle Royal	Brie Bella
Dolph Ziggler vs. Kofi Kingston	Kofi Kingston
Fandango vs. R-Truth	Fandango
Big Show vs. Damien Sandow	Damien Sandow
Daniel Bryan vs. Erick Rowan	Daniel Bryan
C.M. Punk and Daniel Bryan vs. Erick Rowan and Luke Harper	Erick Rowan and Luke Harper
John Cena, C.M. Punk and Daniel Bryan vs. Bray Wyatt, Erick Rowan and Luke Harper	John Cena, C.M. Punk and Daniel Bryan

Spoiler-Free Preview

During the month of December, WWE broadcasts several pre-taped shows to give its athletes time to be with their families. Of all the events that take place during this period, few have the impact Tribute to the Troops does.

The WWE is giving back to the men and women who protect and serve our nation by putting on a military-themed show for the troops. While the surprise of being a live event is not there for the fans watching at home, the kind gestures of the wrestlers to the soldiers is more than enough to make this an episode worth watching.

Base commander Colonel H. Charles Hodges Jr. told WWE.com about what hosting the annual show means to his troops and their loved ones: "It's a great honor for Joint Base Lewis-McChord to host WWE’s annual Tribute to the Troops show. This is a unique opportunity for our Service members and their families to be a part of something special. Many of our troops are passionate WWE fans, and the excitement is already building."

As if the reason behind the event isn't enough to get fans interested, the card itself isn’t half bad either. With John Cena, C.M. Punk, and Daniel Bryan all scheduled to appear and a full slate of interesting undercard matches, this should be a success for the WWE on NBC.

The company hasn’t shared many images from the pre-taped show, but former WWE star Lisa Marie Varon retweeted an amazing picture of The Shield on a tank at some point during the show:

That visual makes watching this show a must for any wrestling fan.

While nothing of significant note happened at the show, because WWE.com didn’t report anything (e.g. title changes), the sheer amount of talent on the card, the incredible set and the spirit of the event should have every true wrestling fan tuning in Saturday night.

Supporting those who entertain the people who risk their lives for our freedom is the least we can do. If the show inspires you to do more, though, give to the troops.

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