Orange Cassidy Cleared to Return to AEW, Awaiting Creative Direction

Orange Cassidy is nearing a return to AEW television after being medically cleared to wrestle, with the popular homegrown star awaiting AEW’s creative direction for his comeback. Cassidy, sidelined since March due to a shoulder injury that was believed at the outset to be a torn pectoral and later described in reporting as a torn labrum, underwent surgery and has been on the mend for roughly five months. He last competed on March 19, 2025, in a four-way match on AEW Dynamite in Nebraska. With clearance in hand, he is expected to reappear on screen sooner rather than later, though a firm return date remains tied to the company’s creative plans.

The news of Cassidy’s clearance comes as AEW navigates a period of roster shakeups and injuries that have affected its spring and summer programming. Cassidy has been a notable fixture since his debut as a top promotional star, and his absence has been felt across creative storytelling and live events. Recent backstage appearances by Cassidy at several AEW events have signaled that his return is imminent, aligning with reports that he could slot back into the active roster once a written plan is in place.