Top 10 AEW stars that WWE will never sign
In the world of professional wrestling, alliances and rivalries constantly shape the landscape. While fans often dream of dream matches and unexpected crossovers, some stars are destined to remain exclusive to their current promotions. Join us as we explore the top 10 AEW stars that WWE will likely never sign and vice versa, each with their unique reasons for staying put.
10. Eddie Kingston
Eddie Kingston has holded both the ROH World Championship and NJPW STRONG Openweight Championship simultaneously. However, at 41 and with a four-year contract extension in place, Kingston’s journey may not extend to WWE. His age and existing commitments make this passionate brawler an improbable addition to Vince McMahon’s roster.
9. Darby Allin
At 30, Darby Allin is touted as one of AEW’s pillars, yet he remains uninterested in a WWE run. Despite his youth and potential, Allin is content in AEW, expressing his satisfaction and signaling a firm commitment to the promotion. The enigmatic skater-turned-wrestler prefers his current stage over the bright lights of WWE.
8. Orange Cassidy
Known for his laid-back persona and charismatic in-ring style, Orange Cassidy has become an AEW fan favorite. However, at 39, Cassidy may have already peaked, making WWE less likely to bring him aboard. The “Freshly Squeezed” sensation has created his niche in AEW, and his unique charm might not align with WWE’s vision.
7. Jay Lethal
Jay Lethal’s journey through TNA, ROH, and now AEW showcases his prowess in the independent wrestling circuit. Despite his success, WWE has never signed him, implying a relationship that might never blossom. Lethal’s journey seems intricately tied to promotions other than Vince McMahon’s empire.
6. Mercedes Martinez
Mercedes Martinez, at 43, might still have the skills, but WWE’s focus on youth and star power doesn’t necessitate her signing. With a plethora of talented young and experienced female wrestlers in WWE, Martinez’s star power may not shine as brightly in the corporate wrestling giant.
5. Sammy Guevara
While Sammy Guevara once stole the show with a hot streak, his inconsistent performances and repetitive character have cooled his momentum. Considered one of the least likable in AEW, Guevara’s lack of consistency and diminishing popularity make a WWE transition unlikely.
4. Kenny Omega
Kenny Omega, the Cleaner and former IWGP Heavyweight Champion, once had ties with WWE but requested his release over a decade ago. His decision proved prescient, as Omega went on to become one of the best in the business. A return to WWE seems improbable given his successful trajectory outside the company.
3. Adam Page
Adam Page’s love for brutal matches aligns with AEW’s ethos but clashes with WWE’s family-friendly programming. His preference for a grittier style, showcased in Texas Death matches, makes a WWE transition improbable. Happy in AEW, Page has found his home among fans who appreciate his distinct wrestling style.
2. Colt Cabana
Colt Cabana’s WWE tenure was brief, but his journey outside the company has been far more fulfilling. Released in 2009, Cabana, now in his 40s, has no incentive to seek a WWE reunion. The legal disputes and fallout with the company suggest a chapter definitively closed for both sides.
1. Jon Moxley
Since departing WWE in 2019, Jon Moxley has embarked on a global wrestling odyssey. Known for his violent wrestling style, Moxley’s barbaric approach may not align with WWE’s current TV-PG rating. This stark contrast in styles makes a return as Dean Ambrose unlikely, cementing Moxley’s place beyond WWE’s reach.
In the intricate world of professional wrestling, these AEW stars stand as symbols of loyalty and commitment to their current promotions, leaving fans to ponder what might have been in an alternate wrestling universe.
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