Triple H Addresses Drake Maverick’s Storyline And Rehiring

WWE is currently taking criticism for their storyline involving Drake Maverick’s release and rehiring. The general idea being it is disrespectful to do a storyline involving someone losing their job when millions of people including many in WWE, really did lose their jobs. Now, Triple H has commented on it.

During the NXT Takeover media call, Triple H addressed the storyline. Here is the quote, courtesy of Fightful:

“We already had the tournament booked out and I believe it was a little bit of a jumble, but we already had it promoted. Then, the releases happened, which is horrible. No one wants to see anyone lose their job, especially in the world right now. A lot of companies, around the world, are having to make tough business decisions to ensure they’re still there. Difficult decisions were made. He was given the option of continuing the tournament and wanted to prove he that he could still be here. If you’ve met him or know him, he’s one of the most passionate guys and loves WWE.

Couldn’t be a better guy. As we said when the release happened, it wasn’t like he was involved in anything, it just happened. But through the process of this tournament, he captured people’s hearts and imaginations. He earned that spot. It was already out there, in the biggest way possible. You either ignore it or turn it into something, so we turned it into something based off him and his performances. I’m personally thrilled for him that he can continue to do what he loves and dreams about doing. I’m thrilled we were able to get where we did.”

At least on screen, Triple H was the one who offered Maverick his new contract.

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