“Release Him”: Triple H Has “Failed” 38-Year-Old WWE Star Repeatedly

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Corbin has already gone through several gimmick changes in the company and he has done a good job in all the roles. Fans feel Corbin should be released if the WWE doesn't have any plans for him.

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“Release Him”: Triple H Has “Failed” 38-Year-Old WWE Star Repeatedly

Corbin has already gone through several gimmick changes in the company and he has done a good job in all the roles. Fans feel Corbin should be released if the WWE doesn't have any plans for him.

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