I think they're doing a great job blending both worlds. Most of the WWE names they've brought in have made sense and have added value to the product.
I don't get the sense that the "AEW originals" that were actually good have been shunted to the side. You still get plenty of Jungle Boy, Luchasaurus, Sammy, MJF, Darby, OC etc on programming. And now Hangman's back and will undoubtedly be a major player, probably the next world champ.
The AEW originals that "lost their spot" are people like Joey Janela who has been relegated to Dark for the most part, or Kip Sabian who was hurt and they've not given any indication he'll be doing anything when he's back. Would I rather see Joey Janela and Kip Sabian or Adam Cole and Christian Cage? Pretty easy call.
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