Sam McKenzie
Wrestling Editor
Sam McKenzie has edited and written wrestling content for years, with particular interest in PPV preview and review coverage, championship histories and the evolving landscape of sports entertainment.
Articles by Sam McKenzie
Natalya honors Owen Hart on his 61st birthday as reflections on history grow
As Natalya honors Owen Hart on his 61st birthday, the industry reflects …
3 weeks, 6 days ago
Why the modern NXT pipeline is running slower than you think
Modern NXT talents spend over 36 months in developmental, yet only 42% …
3 weeks, 6 days ago
Will Ospreay’s stubborn independence is his greatest asset
Will Ospreay's pride in avoiding the WWE system is a bold stance, …
4 weeks ago
WWE Backlash 2026 is a reckoning for the mid-card scene
Backlash 2026 needs to prove the post-draft roster is more than just …
4 weeks agoThe mathematical case for handing Carmelo Hayes the 2026 MITB contract
A statistical and booking analysis of the 2026 Money in the Bank …
4 weeks agoJ.R. is right: Rushing Roman vs. Fatu is a booking disaster
Rushing Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu into a main event is a …
4 weeks ago
Why Darby Allin is hitting a massive wall before Double or Nothing
Darby Allin is facing an uphill battle as AEW approaches Double or …
4 weeks ago
NXT's sudden influx of veterans signals a strategic shift in booking
NXT is bringing back stars like Natalya and Noam Dar to anchor …
4 weeks ago
Teddy Long reflects on the physical toll of life as a WWE referee
Teddy Long highlights the extreme, often overlooked physical risks referees take when …
4 weeks ago
Top 10: Mark Shapiro's Most Impactful Moves in the TKO Era
Mark Shapiro has transformed WWE from a family business into a cold-blooded …
4 weeks ago
AEW is leaning on its old guard while WWE prepares for a new Bloodline chapter
A tactical breakdown of why WWE's Bloodline narrative at Backlash currently outshines …
4 weeks ago
House of Torture is killing the vibe in NJPW
A deep dive into why House of Torture's repetitive booking is stalling …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
Top 10: WWE’s Status Report May 2026
An analytical ranking of WWE's current state, focusing on the New Day …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
The Paul Power Rankings: Influence, Heat, and Execution
From Heyman's kingmaking to Logan Paul's heat, we rank the names driving …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
Will Ric Flair make a final return to AEW Dynamite tonight?
AEW's tribute to Ted Turner has triggered rumors of a high-profile guest …
4 weeks, 1 day agoPaul Heyman is not looking for friends, he is looking for tax write-offs
Paul Heyman's criteria for a client proves he's more interested in marketability …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
Trick Williams injury update: Balancing title defenses and outside distractions
Trick Williams is grappling with lingering lower extremity inflammation ahead of Backlash, …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
WWE’s NJPW shopping spree creates a depth problem
WWE’s aggressive push to sign NJPW talent is a volume strategy that …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
WWE’s NJPW talent poaching is a numbers game
WWE's acquisition of NJPW talent has tripled in 2026, creating a technical …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
El Cuatrero is finally cooked and wrestling fans are throwing a party
After years of legal delays, El Cuatrero has been found guilty of …
4 weeks, 1 day ago