As two of the best members The Cut new stable formerly known as Last GearIt’s easy to mistake David Finlay and Clark Connors as longtime AEW veterans. In fact, the duo has been in AEW for less than a year. A full-time arrival only in the winter alongside ex-rookie Gabe Kidd. in an interview with “What happened when” Connors and Finlay talked about how their signings came together a little differently, with Connors jumping on board first while Finlay negotiated more before making the jump.
“We got the All Elite graphic at the same time, but I got in a little bit early,” Connors said. “I pulled in. At the beginning of the year, I was kind of helping Gaby … right at the end of January.”
“Yes, and I came in March,” said Finlay. “It took me a little while to play contract chess with everyone. And then I graduated in March with my boys.”
When asked how they’re enjoying their AEW so far, both Finlay and Connors told Siskel & Ebert, giving their experience two thumbs up. And while Finlay cited several different reasons why he’s having a great time, he and Connors both agreed that the pay raise their time in New Japan Pro Wrestling was a big plus.
“I like it,” Finlay said. “It’s pretty sick. You know, I can kick a** and be with my boys. Different cities twice a week. What’s not to like? I’m messing with you on TV, making your life miserable. Life is good, nothing to complain about really.
“And the money,” Connors said. “I like money too, a lot.”
“Yeah,” Finlay said. “AEW money is way better than New Japan money.”
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