One big thing: Daniel Garcia commits to AEW
Daniel Garcia has put an end to speculation about his future by announcing his decision to stay with All Elite Wrestling (AEW).
The details:
• Garcia returned to AEW television last night, revealing his contract extension
• His previous contract was set to expire in the coming weeks
• WWE had reportedly shown interest in signing Garcia
Why it matters:
Garcia’s decision to remain with AEW is a significant win for the company, retaining a young, homegrown talent who has shown remarkable growth and potential since joining the promotion.
Tony Khan’s perspective:
AEW President Tony Khan shared his thoughts on Garcia’s contract extension during the WrestleDream media call:
• “It’s a great beacon to our wrestlers, our staff, and our fans, when they see one of the great young wrestlers in the sport… somebody we have spent time developing, where a lot of our top stars like Bryan Danielson and FTR believe in Daniel Garcia and want to mentor him and work with him.”
• Khan emphasized Garcia’s development over the past three years, noting the confidence AEW had in him from the beginning.
• “Certainly someone that works hard, loves AEW, wants to be here, is a positive person in the locker room who spreads joy in the company and to the fans, that’s the kind of person you want to keep in AEW.”
The bottom line:
Garcia’s contract extension is a morale boost for AEW and a testament to the company’s ability to nurture and retain top talent. It also solidifies Garcia’s position as a key player in AEW’s future plans.
What do you think about Daniel Garcia’s decision to stay with AEW? How do you see his role evolving in the company? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!
