Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin Nearing Contract Deals with AEW
Summary
– Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin, collectively known as the Motor City Machine Guns, are reportedly finalizing deals to join AEW.
– While contracts are not yet completed, the move to AEW is anticipated, with both wrestlers recently concluding their tenure at TNA Wrestling.
– Shelley has proactively filed trademarks for “Motor City Machine Guns” and “MCMG” in anticipation of their new chapter in AEW.
The Motor City Machine Guns, a renowned tag team of Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin, are on the brink of a significant career shift as they are expected to sign with All Elite Wrestling (AEW). According to a report by Cassidy Haynes from BodySlam.net, although their contracts are not immediately forthcoming, the decision to join AEW has been made, with formal agreements to be finalized soon.
This anticipated move comes after Shelley and Sabin wrapped up their engagements with TNA Wrestling. Their final appearances for TNA occurred during the TV tapings in Philadelphia on March 22 and 23, where they competed against The System’s Brian Myers & Eddie Edwards. Additionally, both wrestlers featured prominently in main event matches during recent Impact on AXS TV episodes, with Sabin facing Steve Maclin and Shelley going against Nic Nemeth.
In preparation for their transition, Shelley has taken legal steps to secure the trademark for the tag team’s name, “Motor City Machine Guns,” and the abbreviation “MCMG” for wrestling-related activities, filed on March 19, 2024. This strategic move underscores their commitment to their brand and future AEW endeavors.
