97. Ray Steele
A mentor of the legendary Lou Thesz, Ray Steele, who immigrated from German occupied Norka (in Russia) as a child, would become he NWA World Heavyweight Champion in 1940. Steele would that belt for a year, a major accomplishment, but his mentorship of younger stars might be the best part of his legacy.
The Bullet Points
- Other Aliases: Peter Sauer (Real Name)
- Billed From: U.S.A. (Lincoln, Nebraska)
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Key Championships Held: California State Heavyweight (2)
MWA (Ohio) World Heavyweight
NWA (Association)
NWA (Alliance)
NWA World Junior Heavyweight - Why they will get in: Steele is a great fit for the legends wing.
- Why they won't get in: As influential as he was, he is not a recognized name even amongst hardcore fans.
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Five Greatest Matches/Moments: 1. Defeated Vic Christy for the California Heavyweight Title (6/8/32)
2. Regains the California Title by defeating Jim McMillen (3/29/33)
3. Wrestled Orville Brown to a minute draw (3/16/34)
4. Destroyed Heavyweight Boxing contender, Kingfish Levinsky in a boxer VS wrestler match in 35 seconds (1936)
5. Won the World Heavyweight Title from Bronko Nagurski (3/7/40)
Should Ray Steele be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in! - 66.7%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 26.7%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 6.7%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 0%
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