Jim Ross Wants To See Owen Hart’s Kids In Upcoming AEW Tournament

Jim Ross knows a thing or two about wrestling company. His experience comes from his beginning as a referee to eventually serving as Executive Vice President of Talent Relations for WWE at one point in his career.

Ross opened up about the future of AEW, their superstars and recalled the signing of Keith Lee on the latest episode of the Grilling JR podcast. The 37-year-old Keith Lee made his AEW debut few weeks ago following his release from WWE in 2021. Ross said the following on Keith Lee’s newfound opportunity in AEW.

Keith Lee has got a lot of work to do, he’s an undeveloped product. That was pretty cool, I’m a fan of his. Cowboy Bill Watts told me a long time ago that athletic big men have a chance to draw a lot of money. Certainly, Keith Lee is an athletic, big man. He’s got to make a living and Tony Khan provided an opportunity there for Keith Lee.”

Ross talked about AEW superstar Wardlow with praise, calling him “A big-time player for years to come.”

“He’s a keeper, he’s a blue-chipper, there’s no doubt,” “Wardlow is going to be a big-time player for years to come, and we’re getting some big guys if you’ve noticed.

Ross additionally spoke about the Owen Hart Foundation Men & Women’s Tournament that starts on the May 11 episode of AEW Dynamite.

“We’re counting down the days to the big Owen Hart tournament we’re going to have,” Ross said. “I’m excited about that, it’s going to be cool. I hope that Owen’s kids are going to be a part of it, make an appearance or come to an event, or something. I’d love to see them. Last time I saw them was under very unpleasant circumstances obviously and they were little kids, now they’re adults.”

It appears Ross is very eager to see Owen Hart’s kids in the upcoming tournament, given he hasn’t spoken to them since Hart’s funeral. He is also looking forward to Keith Lee’s development in the company, just like everyone else.

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