Alex Shelley Hints at WWE Move: I Might Not Come Back Here

One big thing: Top free agent Alex Shelley teases potential WWE signing

Alex Shelley, one half of the Motor City Machine Guns, dropped a major hint about his future at a recent independent wrestling show, fueling speculation about a possible WWE move.

The details:

• At a West Coast Pro Wrestling event on July 20, Shelley told the crowd: “Spoiler Alert, I might not come back here.”
• This statement comes amid rumors of Shelley and his tag team partner Chris Sabin potentially joining WWE.
• The Motor City Machine Guns left TNA Wrestling in April after their contracts expired.
• A recent Wrestling Observer Newsletter report suggested that Shelley and Sabin were “expected” to join WWE rather than AEW.

Why it matters:

Shelley’s comment adds credibility to the rumors of WWE signing the Motor City Machine Guns. Their potential arrival could significantly boost WWE’s tag team division and bring a wealth of experience to the roster.

By the numbers:

• The Motor City Machine Guns are 5-time tag team champions across various promotions.
• Shelley and Sabin have been teaming together on and off since 2006.
• They last held the TNA World Tag Team Championships in 2020.

What’s next:

While Shelley’s comment is suggestive, no official announcement has been made regarding the team’s future. Wrestling fans will be eagerly watching for any further developments or official statements from WWE or the wrestlers themselves.

What do you think about the possibility of the Motor City Machine Guns joining WWE? How do you think they would fit into the current roster? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!