Hold on to your hats, wrestling fans! A recently re-signed WWE Superstar is reportedly poised to make a comeback that could shake things up on Monday Night Raw. But here's the twist: this return comes after a near-departure that had everyone speculating about a jump to AEW!
WWE's schedule is absolutely packed, with a series of major events lined up. We're talking about huge shows like Saturday Night’s Main Event on November 1st in Salt Lake City, where CM Punk and Jey Uso are slated to clash for the vacant World Heavyweight Championship. Then there's Survivor Series: War Games in San Diego on November 29th, promising the chaotic and brutal War Games match. And, of course, the highly anticipated "final match" of John Cena, set for December 13th in Washington, D.C. (though even that is subject to wrestling's ever-shifting sands, as Cena himself seemed to hint with his tweet: "12/13/25 will be my final match.")
With such a demanding schedule, WWE needs all hands on deck. So, the buzz surrounding a potentially imminent return of a familiar face is definitely exciting.
According to PWInsider, Santos Escobar is scheduled to be present at the October 27th edition of Raw in Anaheim. This is particularly noteworthy considering his recent contract rollercoaster.
Let's rewind a bit. Just a few weeks ago, reports surfaced that Escobar's WWE contract was expiring on October 7th, leading to speculation he'd become a free agent. WWE even moved his profile to the alumni section of their website, seemingly confirming his departure.
But here's where it gets controversial... Many fans immediately jumped to the conclusion that Escobar was AEW-bound. However, those rumors were quickly squashed when Escobar re-signed with WWE. Sources indicate WWE addressed Escobar's "creative concerns" regarding his on-screen character and presented him with a more appealing offer. What exactly those creative concerns were remains a hot topic of debate among fans.
The report of his Raw appearance is also intriguing because Escobar was previously a SmackDown star as part of the Legado Del Fantasma faction, alongside Angel and Berto (collectively known as Los Garza). The move to Raw could signify a major change in direction for his character.
Escobar hasn't wrestled on WWE television since June 7th, when he teamed with Angel and Berto to defeat El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr., Pagano, and Psycho Clown at WWE Worlds Collide. He originally signed with WWE in 2019.
Raw is currently brimming with captivating storylines, suggesting WWE might have something significant planned for Escobar. Remember, this is a superstar who was almost gone, so his return is likely part of a larger strategy.
If Escobar genuinely had issues with his creative direction on SmackDown, a shift to the red brand could be the perfect opportunity to revitalize his career.
While the World Championship picture on Raw is quite crowded, Escobar could potentially impact the Intercontinental Championship scene, perhaps getting involved with Dominik Mysterio. Alternatively, he could target the World Tag Team Championships, potentially aligning himself with or feuding against AJ Styles and Dragon Lee. And this is the part most people miss... a fresh Escobar could even shake up the mid-card scene, offering compelling matches with talents who need a strong storyline.
Escobar has yet to capture gold on the WWE main roster, but he is a former NXT Cruiserweight Champion, proving he has the talent and drive to succeed.
So, what do you think? Is a move to Raw the right move for Santos Escobar? Will he finally capture a main roster championship? And, perhaps the most controversial question: Did Escobar use the threat of AEW to leverage a better deal with WWE? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
