Alex Hammerstone has requested his release from Major League Wrestling (MLW), but the company has no intention to let him go, reports Fightful Select.
The relationship between Hammerstone and MLW is now tainted, which led to Hammerstone’s request.
The former MLW World Champion hasn’t been informed if his release was granted or denied, and his existing contract runs through the end of 2025.
Hammerstone and MLW discussed a potential buyout earlier this year, as Hammerstone again relayed that he wanted to leave the company. MLW saw this as a dip in motivation since he lost the MLW World Title to Alex Kane earlier this year.
While Hammerstone is still under contract with MLW, he has been removed from the website’s roster page.
Hammerstone is currently on a monthly guarantee and enjoys pay-per-event benefits.
MLW sources stated that there were issues with an event in September, which Hammerstone asked for time off from due to a conflict in schedule.
Hammerstone’s request was granted and the money for him was allotted for something else. While Hammerstone eventually made the show, MLW could no longer afford him that month.
MLW wants Hammerstone to stick around and MSL has been talking to him. The 32-year-old wrestler is still seen as a top star and someone MLW wants to build the company around.
Hammerstone reportedly informed MLW that he was burned out earlier this year. He has neither worked for the promotion since July nor is he booked for future events at this time.
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Alex Hammerstone, a professional wrestler, has recently requested his release from Major League Wrestling (MLW), but the company has no plans to grant his request. This has led to a strained relationship between Hammerstone and MLW.
Hammerstone, who was the former MLW World Champion, has not received any confirmation regarding the approval or denial of his release. His contract with MLW is set to run through the end of 2025. Earlier this year, Hammerstone expressed his desire to leave the company, and discussions about a potential buyout took place. MLW perceived this as a decline in Hammerstone’s motivation after losing the MLW World Title to Alex Kane.
Despite still being under contract with MLW, Hammerstone has been removed from the roster page on the company’s website. Currently, he is on a monthly guarantee and receives pay-per-event benefits.
MLW sources have revealed that there were issues with an event in September, which led Hammerstone to request time off due to a scheduling conflict. Although his request was granted, the money allocated for him was used for something else. Eventually, Hammerstone made it to the show, but MLW could no longer afford his appearance that month.
MLW is keen on retaining Hammerstone and has been in talks with him. The company sees him as a top star and someone they want to build the company around. However, Hammerstone informed MLW earlier this year that he was experiencing burnout. Since July, he has not worked for the promotion and is currently not booked for future events.
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In conclusion, Alex Hammerstone’s request for release from MLW has created tension between him and the company. While MLW wants him to stay and considers him a top star, Hammerstone’s burnout and desire to leave have complicated the situation. Only time will tell how this situation unfolds and what the future holds for Hammerstone in the world of professional wrestling.