Full Breakdown
Steve Maclin and Myla Grace Depart TNA Wrestling
6/8/2026, 2:46:55 AM
Release Announcement
On June 7, 2026 TNA Wrestling posted that Steve Maclin and Myla Grace were released “effective immediately” and that the company “wishes them the best in their future endeavors.” The notice was the first public confirmation.
Recent Tenure and Championships
Maclin joined TNA in June 2021 after WWE, becoming a two-time TNA International Champion, a one-time Impact World Champion (defeating KUSHIDA in April 2023), and a TNA World title challenger in May 2026. Grace, a Northern Irish wrestler, debuted in June 2025, appeared on the Against All Odds pre-show, teamed with Xia Brookside and Harley Hudson, and held the OTT Women’s World Championship outside TNA.
Timeline of Key Events
- Mar 27 2026: Maclin’s Sacrifice match with Mike Santana stopped early; later cleared of concussion.
- May 15 2026: Maclin’s final TNA match, loss to Santana for the TNA World title (Sacramento taping).
- Jun 4 2026: Grace requested release.
- Jun 6 2026: Maclin hosted Battle for the Brave charity event in New Jersey.
Official Statements & Responses
TNA’s notice expressed goodwill. Maclin’s X post thanked the company and said he would “STACK BODIES.” Fightful Select said Maclin is likely to draw interest from other promotions, while Grace’s lack of a non-compete clause leaves her free to sign elsewhere.
Criticism and Internal Issues
Sources reported Maclin publicly criticized TNA’s creative direction and pay after the AMC move, indicating dissatisfaction with roster planning. His outspoken stance is cited as a possible factor in the timing of his release, though TNA gave no explicit reason.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Reports differ on Maclin’s title names (Impact World vs. TNA World) and on whether his final match aired on the May 15 tapings or the May 21 Impact broadcast. The terms of his January 2026 contract remain undisclosed, and no confirmed offers from AEW, WWE, or NJPW have been reported.
Impact and Future Outlook
The departure of a former world champion removes a primary main-event draw from TNA’s roster during its AMC television phase, while Grace’s exit leaves a vacancy in the Knockouts division, a core brand element. Maclin is expected to explore offers from AEW, WWE, ROH or the independent circuit; Grace, unrestricted by a non-compete clause, may pursue opportunities in AEW, WWE or international promotions such as Over The Top Wrestling.
Verbatim Quotes
- “TNA Wrestling has come to terms on the release of Myla Grace & Steve Maclin, effective immediately. We wish them the best in their future endeavors.” — TNA Wrestling
- “Steve Maclin has been granted his release from TNA,” — Sean Ross Sapp, Fightful
- “Last week I requested my release from TNA. I put my blood, sweat, and tears into everything I’ve done over the last 5 years and I’ll always be thankful for my time there. But now, it’s time to STACK BODIES. See you soon.” — Steve Maclin, X
- “Fightful Select reports “Steve Maclin is expected to have interest from companies outside of TNA.” — Fightful Select
- “ CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP Grace has yet to comment on her release.” — Fox News
