Lacey Evans’ Unexpected Departure from WWE: Is Vince McMahon’s Absence to Blame?
When superstars leave the WWE, the news is always met with mixed emotions, especially if they were once top attractions. Lacey Evans’ sudden departure from the company left many fans scratching their heads. But, as more details emerge, some reasons for her exit are beginning to make sense
Lacey’s Mysterious Absence:
Having not been seen on WWE live programs for a significant amount of time, it wasn’t completely surprising to fans when the news of Lacey Evans’ departure broke. However, there’s an intriguing story behind her conspicuous absence.
Last year, the WWE aired a series of vignettes depicting Evans in military training. Although she made her return at the beginning of the current year, she struggled to regain the limelight she once enjoyed in NXT.
Leadership Changes and Their Impact:
The wrestling world knows that the shift from Vince McMahon to Triple H as the key decision-maker brought about many changes in how WWE operates. Lacey Evans’ trajectory seems to have been affected by these leadership changes.
Speaking on Wrestling Observer Radio, seasoned journalist Dave Meltzer shed some light on the situation. He remarked, “I remember when she was in ‘NXT’ and she was brought to the main roster, she had that giant push at first. Then she would get the weekly vignettes and not a push at all. It was the craziest thing ever.“
Meltzer further added that Evans’ reduced TV time and exposure might be connected to Vince’s departure. “A lot of her lack of exposure had to do with Vince being gone because Vince was her proponent.”
Her last appearance on WWE television was on the June 23, 2023, episode of SmackDown. Although not televised, her final bout within the company took place in a dark match against Zelina Vega on July 7.
What’s Next for Lacey?
The wrestling community is now abuzz with speculation about Evans’ next move. While her immediate plans remain a mystery, fans hope to see her grace the squared circle again, be it in WWE or another wrestling promotion.
Lacey Evans’ departure from WWE has opened up discussions about the broader implications of the changing leadership dynamics within the company. As superstars’ career trajectories seem to be getting affected, only time will tell how WWE evolves and how its talent management strategies change in the coming years. Whatever the future holds for Evans, she leaves behind a significant legacy in WWE and fans await her next move with bated breath.
