Karl Fredericks is leaving New Japan Pro-Wrestling.
In a tweet on August 1, he announced that his contract is up, and he will not be re-signing with the company.
Fredericks’ message is as follows:
“As of today August 1st I am no longer under contract with New Japan Pro Wrestling and I will not be re-signing with the company at this time. Though there is disappointment in the ending of this chapter I am grateful for the last four years traveling the world and growing with my best friends. I want to say thank you to the company for the opportunities and especially thank you to Shibata-San for believing in me and bringing me along his journey with the LA Dojo. Last but not least thank you to my fans and thank you to the NJPW fans for Your support over these years. I hope You will continue to support me along my path wherever that may lead.”
— エディ•ソープ (@EddyThorpe_WWE) August 1, 2022
Fredericks’ most recent match aired on the June 11 episode of NJPW STRONG, where he beat QT Marshall. In recent months, he has been active on the independent scene for companies like West Coast Pro and Warrior Wrestling. He also competed on AEW Dark in May.
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