Speaking to Mo Amir on CHEK VANCOLOUR, Adam Copeland discussed his promo on AEW Dynamite from the April 3rd edition, where he defended the AEW locker room.
This was days after CM Punk made negative comments regarding AEW and Tony Khan. Copeland said,
“I didn’t, no. I just saw clips. I have better things to do. I really do. I have kids. I don’t really care what anybody really has to say. However, what I will say is, from the small clips, I realized that our locker room needed a good message. So, last week, I went out and spoke to that. It’s a young locker room, and it’s a young locker room that, for me, because it’s a different time, we try to support each other. I came in to locker rooms where it was everybody for themselves and it was a bunch of great whites. I never subscribed to that. I always subscribed to the Bret Hart school of, ‘You can help.’ You can help young people and try and be positive and show that you don’t have to be a dick. I don’t know how else to put it. For me, I try to focus on the positives. There are so many negatives in the world today. They are both there to find. Why not look for the positives? For me, our young locker room needed to hear the positives. That’s why I went out and did what I did last week. I don’t need to search out the other stuff. I have better things to do, I have kids to put to bed. I have the Maple Leafs to watch.”
In a recent interview with Mo Amir on CHEK VANCOLOUR, Adam Copeland, also known as Edge in the wrestling world, opened up about his promo on AEW Dynamite where he defended the AEW locker room. This promo came shortly after CM Punk made negative comments about AEW and its owner, Tony Khan.
When asked about Punk’s comments, Copeland revealed that he didn’t watch the entire segment but saw some clips. He stated that he has better things to do and doesn’t really care about what others have to say. However, he recognized that the AEW locker room needed a positive message, especially considering its young talent.
Copeland emphasized that during his time in the wrestling industry, he witnessed locker rooms where everyone was out for themselves, creating a competitive and sometimes toxic environment. However, he never subscribed to that mentality and always believed in supporting and helping others, following the example set by legendary wrestler Bret Hart.
For Copeland, it is essential to focus on the positives in life. He acknowledged that there are numerous negatives in the world, but there are also many positives if one chooses to look for them. He believes that it is crucial for the young talent in the AEW locker room to hear these positive messages and understand that they don’t have to be negative or selfish to succeed.
The former WWE Champion expressed his commitment to being a positive influence and helping young people in the industry. He emphasized the importance of showing that one can be successful without being a “dick,” as he put it. Copeland’s intention with his promo was to provide encouragement and support to the AEW locker room, which he believes is necessary in today’s wrestling landscape.
In closing, Copeland made it clear that he has better things to do than search for negative comments or engage in unnecessary drama. He prioritizes his family, stating that he has kids to put to bed and other responsibilities. He also mentioned his passion for watching the Maple Leafs, indicating that he prefers to focus on things that bring him joy and fulfillment.
Adam Copeland’s promo on AEW Dynamite served as a reminder of the importance of positivity and support within the wrestling industry. His words resonated with many fans and wrestlers alike, highlighting the need for a healthy and encouraging environment for young talent to thrive.