In case it wasn't clear by now, Ricky Starks and AEW are heading toward a divorce. The versatile performer has not wrestled for Tony Khan's company in nearly a year, but the reason for his absence remains a mystery.

Ricky Starks hasn't been on AEW TV since March and has been working indie promotions. Starks asked for release, but it was denied. Several AEW wrestlers are facing contract issues, including Rey Fenix,

Not terribly surprising considering what else we know about the situation between Starks and the company he’s currently signed to, but likely confirmation we’ll have to wait several months before he can sign elsewhere.