In a revelation by the freshly appointed general manager Nick Aldis, who was introduced by none other than Triple H, it was disclosed during Friday night’s segment that Kevin Owens is the returned trade due to Jey Uso’s transition to Raw.
As showcased during Payback recently, Cody Rhodes devised a mechanism to shift Jey to the red brand after he took an unexpected break from WWE.
While spectators had anticipated a superstar to transition from Raw to SmackDown in response, the reveal was delayed until last night’s SmackDown.
Addressing the audience, Aldis stated, ‘Without beating around the bush, as most of you are aware, roughly a month back, Cody Rhodes played a pivotal role in a deal that relocated Jey Uso to Monday Night Raw. In turn, a Raw talent was destined for SmackDown.
‘So, in my inaugural move and with Triple H’s endorsement, let’s welcome SmackDown’s recent acquisition.’
New WWE SmackDown manager, Nick Aldis. Nick Aldis relayed the news right after being introduced as the SmackDown manager.
Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champs, Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso. The trade was the result of Cody Rhodes’ manoeuvre to position Jey Uso on Raw.
WWE talents Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens during a Monday Night Raw episode. This shift may mark the termination of Sami Zayn and KO’s dynamic duo.
Although Dominik Mysterio attempted to disrupt the revelation, KO’s theme sounded and the ex-world champ made his way to the ring, incapacitating the Judgment Day icon with a devastating Stunner.
Owens’ shift to SmackDown adds layers of potential narrative complexities, especially given his recent association with Sami Zayn this year.
The implication of his transfer is the potential dissolution of the team, leaving the crowd-favorite Sami on Raw. This could further strain ties with Cody Rhodes.
To the audience’s understanding, the narrative justification for the swap was Rhodes’ strategic move to have Jey Uso on Raw. However, their latest Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship achievement ensures their presence on both platforms.
Especially KO might be irked at being separated from his tag team buddy, Sami, given that the trade seems somewhat nullified considering the current title dynamics shared by the two close allies.
