Shotzi Blackheart has officially signed with Major League Wrestling, ending her WWE run and setting her sights on leading a revitalized women’s division in a bold new era.
At a Glance
- Shotzi Blackheart, released by WWE in May after injury and creative frustrations, will debut at MLW’s Summer of the Beasts event in Queens
- She aims to elevate the women’s division and challenge MLW Women’s Featherweight Champion Shoko Nakajima
- MLW teased her arrival in May with a tank-themed promo during Azteca Lucha
- Since leaving WWE, Shotzi has embraced intergender and deathmatch wrestling to rediscover her identity
- The signing represents a potential turning point for both Shotzi and MLW under Salina de la Renta’s leadership
A Bold New Start in Queens
Shotzi’s move to MLW fulfills a long-held aspiration. As reported by the New York Post, the former WWE star will debut at the Summer of the Beasts show on June 26 in Queens, where Matt Riddle will headline against KENTA. The event will mark Shotzi’s first major appearance since her May release from WWE.
MLW had teased her return during its Azteca Lucha broadcast with a tank-themed promo and the message “Hearts turn black. The warning SHOTZ will be fired,” fueling speculation for weeks.
Reclaiming Her Fire With Deathmatches
Since departing WWE, Shotzi embraced a rawer in-ring style through intergender and deathmatch appearances. She recently headlined a brutal GCW match and worked an intense bout with her trainer Rick Scott Stoner, saying she’s “back to do crazy s‑t” to rediscover her edge, as detailed by the New York Post.
These performances signal a bold evolution for the former WWE standout, now aiming to lead with grit and creativity.
A Leader in MLW’s Women’s Division
MLW is poised to grow its women’s division under Salina de la Renta’s creative leadership, with Shotzi positioned as a central figure. Insiders report that she’ll receive creative input and flexibility, allowing her to fully showcase her character. A clash with reigning MLW Women’s Featherweight Champion Shoko Nakajima is already being teased for this summer.
Shotzi’s surprise appearance at HOODSLAM in June further demonstrated her renewed passion, signaling that this comeback chapter may become one of her most defining.
What This Means for MLW—and Shotzi
For MLW, securing a former WWE talent with Shotzi’s charisma marks an ambitious step toward elevating its women’s programming. For Shotzi, it’s a shot to lead a division, break free from WWE’s limitations, and reassert herself as a fearless, unapologetic star.
With Summer of the Beasts on the horizon, fans will soon see if Shotzi’s return can indeed reshape MLW’s women’s division—and her own career.
