Nick Bockwinkel

With Verne Gagne inducted the year before, the stage was set for Nick Bockwinkel to enter the Hall.  The five time former AWA World Heavyweight Champion spent the bulk of his career working for Verne.  Bockwinkel was a brilliant wrestler, but he was set apart from his peers by his cerebral interview style which showcased a quiet arrogance.  A true ring general, Bockwinkel definitely deserved the accolade once the WWE Hall of Fame opened its doors to performers who competed primarily under the AWA flag.