According to Fightful Select, Matt Taven, Mercedes Martinez, and Alex Abrahantes are no longer with AEW. The report confirms their exits, but the company has not specified whether their contracts expired without renewal or if they were released.
Taven's departure marks the end of a significant chapter for both AEW and ROH, as he became a regular presence in both companies after signing a multi-year deal in 2022. As a member of The Kingdom, alongside Mike Bennett and Maria Kanellis, Taven was frequently featured across ROH programming. His role remained consistent even as ROH's presentation evolved under AEW's ownership.
Mercedes Martinez's exit follows a quieter year in terms of appearances. A respected veteran, she previously held the ROH Women’s World Championship and brought years of experience to both AEW and ROH. After announcing plans for a full-time final run approaching 2026, her usage became more sporadic, making her departure less surprising, although no official statement has been issued.
Alex Abrahantes’ absence has been noticeable for some time. Having long been associated with talents such as Penta El Zero Miedo and Komander, he served as a translator and on-screen manager. He gradually faded from recent tapings, fueling speculation before confirmation of his exit.
As of now, AEW has not publicly addressed these departures. For Taven, Martinez, and Abrahantes, this change opens up new opportunities in the independent scene or with other promotions, where their television experience could attract significant interest.
