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6. Davey Boy Smith Jr

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Last Match: vs. Odyssey Jones and Xyon Quinn (with Austin Theory; 16 July SmackDown dark match)

So much for that, huh?

Davey Boy Smith Jr didn't appear in-ring on television even once before being let go as part of these mass talent cuts. He rejoined WWE in July and worked exactly one dark match before cameras rolled for SmackDown. That was it - that was Smith's return to the E.

The 36-year old will likely either return to Japan (he had a great run there before working in MLW and beyond) or put out feelers to North American promotions. His traditional presentation and rugged style would make him a neat fit for the NWA. Just saying.

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