Kevin Nash has shared his thoughts on WWE’s recent roster cuts, making it clear there is one decision he strongly disagrees with.

Speaking on his Kliq This podcast, Nash singled out the release of the Motor City Machine Guns — Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin — as a move he would not have made.

Kevin Nash Motor City Machine Guns Reaction

Nash was direct when asked about the April 24 cuts.

“I would not have gotten rid of the Motor City Machine Guns, that’s for damn sure,” Nash said.

His stance reflects both professional respect and personal history with the team.

Longstanding Connection to Shelley and Sabin

Nash has a long relationship with Shelley dating back to their time in TNA, where they worked together as part of Paparazzi Productions. He also mentored Shelley behind the scenes during that period, and all three share ties to Michigan.

Shelley and Sabin had a nearly two-year run in WWE, capturing the SmackDown Tag Team Championship once. With their departure, they are expected to draw interest from other promotions once eligible to sign.

Reaction to Broader WWE Cuts

Nash said the overall wave of releases did not surprise him once he reviewed WWE’s financial growth and executive compensation under TKO Group Holdings.

He specifically referenced Nick Khan while discussing the company’s business performance.

“Not after like two weeks prior when I see what the CEOs are making. What Nick’s getting paid. I mean, Nick took half of the WrestleMania net. But I’m busting his balls because we sat here and went over the numbers and the year before was 1.4 billion. The next year, you’re 1.7 billion. So that’s 300 million,” Nash said.

Khan reportedly earned $24.3 million in total compensation for 2025, including salary, stock awards, and bonuses.

Mixed View on WWE’s Current Direction

While Nash acknowledged WWE’s financial success, he has also been critical of the company’s current structure. During WrestleMania 42 weekend, he described the overall atmosphere as lacking something compared to previous eras.

His comments on the Motor City Machine Guns highlight that perspective, pointing to a belief that certain talent decisions do not always align with long-term value.

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