Edge’s Free Agency Ignites Speculation of AEW Debut at WrestleDream 2023

Tonight’s AEW Wrestle Dream 2023 event in Seattle, Washington has the professional wrestling world buzzing with anticipation, especially regarding the potential debut of WWE legend Edge in All Elite Wrestling (AEW).

Edge’s WWE contract officially expired on Saturday, making him a free agent and available to explore opportunities elsewhere as of today. Rumors of his potential move to AEW have been circulating for weeks, with many in the industry speculating that he would join the promotion once his WWE obligations concluded.

AEW stars had reportedly heard whispers of Edge’s possible arrival as early as mid-August, well before his last match with WWE against Sheamus on SmackDown in Toronto. Even this past week, a WWE veteran confidently stated that it was a “lock” that Edge would be heading to AEW.

One interesting aspect of this potential move is the theme music. While WWE has used the song “Metalingus” for Edge’s entrance, it’s worth noting that WWE may not own exclusive licensing rights to the track, which appears on the Alter Bridge album “One Day Remains.” However, it’s possible for exclusive rights to be negotiated, though WWE may not have felt it necessary to do so.

Regarding the iconic “You think you know me?” sample used in Edge’s theme music, it could be re-recorded if he were to join another company like AEW. WWE no longer owns the rights to the Rob Zombie song “Never Gonna Stop Me,” which Edge used for years.

One source suggested that if Edge wanted to use almost any Alter Bridge song, arrangements could likely be made to accommodate his preferences.

It’s important to note that WWE retains the rights to the Edge name, so if he does make a move to AEW or another promotion, he would need to adopt a different name or persona.

With AEW’s highly anticipated Darby Allin vs. Christian Cage match set to close out tonight’s AEW Wrestle Dream 2023, speculation is running rampant that Edge may choose this moment to make his debut with the promotion.

Fans eagerly await the outcome of this potentially game-changing development in the world of professional wrestling. Stay tuned for live coverage of AEW Wrestle Dream 2023 results from Seattle, Washington right here at Ringside News.