WWE Released: Shane Helms (The Hurricane)

Without ECW, No Need for a Superhero

In an age of ECW, desperate for a hero, came a man... strong, lightning fast, and unyielding in his fight for good... except for that one time... has been released from the WWE. The worst kept secret in the WWE, Shane Helms mascaraed as The Hurricane in the land of extreme. In ECW, he had two archenemies: Paul Burchill (also released) and Zack Ryder. As far as victories went, Hurricane dominated Burchill every time, and embarrassed Zack Ryder time and again.

Even though Shane sprung for a higher quality costume, the days of The Hurricane died in 2005. During those days, a superhero meant something. The Hurricane had high profile matches and accomplished championship gold with a European, Hardcore, and 2 tag team title wins. The Hurricane even went on to form a core group of superheroes with Rosey and Stacy Keibler. But then the birth of a villain came in Gregory Helms who, even though a member of the RAW roster, participated and won an Open Invitational match for the Cruiserweight title, which was solely defended on SmackDown.

Then on May 18, 2007, WWE reported that Shane had broken two vertebrae in his neck, one of which was pressing on his spinal cord. He underwent surgery with Dr. Lloyd Youngblood; and a few weeks later, it was announced that Gregory Helms would be out for a year due to neck injury.

The Hurricane's second run lasted from April 15, 2009-February 26, 2010. All I can say is...

In an age of the Hulkster, desperate for new talent, comes a man... strong, lightning fast, and unyielding in his fight for good...stand back! Because after 90 days, a free agent is coming through!

With both Jeff Hardy and Shannon Moore looking to sign with TNA, if not already, Gregory Helms would make a great addition to the TNA roster.

WWE has come to terms on the release of WWE Superstar Shane Helms (Hurricane) as of today February 26, 2010. We wish Shane Helms (Hurricane) the best in all future endeavors.

WWE Career Highlights: WWF European Championship (1 time); WWE Cruiserweight Championship (2 times); WWE/World Tag Team Championship (2 times) – with Kane (1) and Rosey (1); WWF Hardcore Championship (1 time)