Saturday night it was announced that Bobby Roode and Eric Young have parted ways with TNA wrestling after they requested to be released from their contracts earlier in the week. Roode and Young were top stars with TNA and both of them are former TNA World Champions.
It’s been 12 years since Bobby Roode and Eric Young first started working with TNA and now they’re free agents. They’ve both made a career changing move, and shortly after word got out about their departures both guys took to Twitter to thank everyone for their support. You can see what they had to say below.
Thank u to everyone who had a part in making the last 12 years of my life unforgettable. On to the next chapter in my life #ItFactor
— Bobby Roode (@REALBobbyRoode) March 20, 2016
12 years ago we signed our first contract side by side. Today we step into the open market again! pic.twitter.com/v8hW2vtqob
— Eric Young (@TheEricYoung) March 20, 2016
Overwhelmed with all the love and respect from peers and fans. Thank you it means so much. Excited for what comes next!
— Eric Young (@TheEricYoung) March 20, 2016
Several other stars in TNA have commented on the departures as well and you can see the reactions below.
I could talk for hrs about the lifetime memories I have w/ @REALBobbyRoode @TheEricYoung Good luck to 2 of the best! pic.twitter.com/ADE4vfPIib
— Robbie E (@RobbieEImpact) March 20, 2016
@TheEricYoung and @REALBobbyRoode 2 of the best Pro's & men I've ever known! It was a honor to work with you! #123 pic.twitter.com/oMhWVLbgUw
— Brian Hebner (@babyhebner) March 20, 2016
#family pic.twitter.com/yVlmuGGpcs
— Abyss (@TherealAbyss) March 20, 2016
So much respect for these two! Great performers. Great professionals. Great people. @TheEricYoung @REALBobbyRoode https://t.co/yRl9erKIvA
— Gregory Shane Helms (@ShaneHelmsCom) March 20, 2016
Now that Bobby Roode and Eric Young are both officially free agents, where do you guys want to see them work next? Sound off in the comments below.
