Commentary Shakeup as Patrick Steps Down from SmackDown Role
Summary
– Kevin Patrick is reportedly leaving his role as a commentator on WWE SmackDown.
– His performance was scrutinized since he became the lead play-by-play commentator.
– No replacement for Patrick has been announced yet, leaving questions about the future commentary lineup.
Kevin Patrick, who joined Corey Graves on the WWE SmackDown commentary team following Michael Cole’s move to Monday Night Raw, is reportedly stepping down from his role. This change comes after Patrick’s performance had been closely monitored since he took on the lead play-by-play commentator position for SmackDown.
According to Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio, Patrick’s departure from the SmackDown commentary team is confirmed, although details about his replacement remain unknown. Meltzer noted that Corey Graves had been carrying the SmackDown announcement in recent times significantly.
Patrick’s exit significantly shifts the SmackDown commentary team’s dynamics. His role as a commentator had been a topic of discussion among fans, with many expressing opinions on his performance each week. The search for his replacement raises questions about how WWE will fill this crucial position.
