Career Timeline of Mike Santana: Major Achievements and Milestones
Discover the career path of Mike Santana, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Mike Santana, born Mark Sanchez, is an American professional wrestler currently signed to Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA). He also competes in House of Glory (HOG), where he holds the HOG Heavyweight Championship. Santana is a prominent figure in the professional wrestling circuit.
2007: Debut in wrestling
In 2007, Sanchez debuted in professional wrestling, primarily competing in New York and New Jersey.
2012: Formation of EYFBO
In 2012, Mike Sanchez formed a tag team with Angel Ortiz, known as EYFBO, and competed on the independent circuit.
March 16, 2017: Impact Wrestling Debut as Santana
On March 16, 2017, Santana debuted on Impact Wrestling as part of The Latin American Xchange (LAX), attacking Decay, Laredo Kid, Garza Jr., and Reno Scum, and establishing himself as a heel.
2017: Joining Impact Wrestling and Forming LAX
In 2017, Mike Draztik and Angel Ortiz joined Impact Wrestling, renamed themselves Santana and Ortiz, and became members of Konnan's Latin American Xchange (LAX).
January 12, 2019: Lucha Bros win Impact Tag Titles
On January 12, 2019, The Lucha Bros defeated Santana and Ortiz to win the Impact World Tag Team Championships.
August 31, 2019: AEW Debut at All Out
On August 31, 2019, Santana and Ortiz debuted in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) at All Out, attacking the Lucha Brothers and Nick Jackson.
2019: Departure from Impact and Joining AEW
In 2019, Santana and Ortiz departed Impact Wrestling and joined All Elite Wrestling (AEW), becoming part of Chris Jericho's Inner Circle stable.
June 29, 2022: Victory at Blood and Guts
On June 29, 2022, Santana and Ortiz were part of the winning team at the Blood and Guts event, defeating the Jericho Appreciation Society.
March 2024: Santana removed from AEW website
In March 2024, Santana's profile was removed from AEW's official website, marking the end of his nearly five-year tenure with the company.
April 20, 2024: Return to TNA at Rebellion
On April 20, 2024, Santana returned to Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) at Rebellion, defeating Steve Maclin.
2024: Santana leaves AEW and returns to TNA
In 2024, Santana left AEW and returned to TNA.
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