10 WWE Hall Of Fame 2017 Inductions That Must Happen

10. Warrior Award - Jimmy Miranda

The Warrior Award is a tough one. Introduced in 2015, it is given to those who have "exhibited unwavering strength and perseverance, and who live life with the courage and compassion that embodies the indomitable spirit of the Ultimate Warrior."

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Connor "The Crusher" Michalek grabbed it in 2015, with former Good Morning America host and breast cancer survivor Joan Lunden scooping the award the following year. Both fit the above description, without question, but the award was originally intended to acknowledge those who go unrecognised in WWE: multi-decade veterans who do the company's unglamorous dirty work, whether behind the scenes or in the ring, without celebration.

Jimmy Miranda was the original inspiration behind the Warrior Award, and for that reason, he should be inducted. His career in wrestling lasted for over 20 years, and after starting life as a ring crew member for the then-WWF, Miranda became head of merchandising.

Known as one of the company's hardest workers, Miranda sadly passed away in his sleep back in 2002. You may never have heard of him, but Warrior, Steve Austin, Paul Bearer, and more have acknowledged his work ethic and popularity behind the scenes. If WWE truly wish to honour Warrior's wishes of hailing WWE's unseen heroes, Miranda should be one of the first names on this year's Warrior Award shortlist.

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