WWE fans hoping for a Chris Jericho appearance in Montreal this weekend are in for a letdown.
According to PWInsider on January 21, 2026, talk began heating up about Jericho potentially showing up on SmackDown on January 23 or Saturday Nights Main Event in Montreal on January 24 this weekend. Given his Canadian roots and free agent status after reportedly finishing his AEW deal on December 31, fans had reason to get excited. But dont count on seeing The Ocho at the Bell Centre.
Jericho will be in Los Angeles all weekend long for NAMM, a music industry event that lines up directly with his commitments to Fozzys Eyes On You tourmaking it virtually impossible for him to fly to Canada for WWE.
This news effectively rules out a surprise SmackDown appearance. However, it doesnt kill WWE rumors altogether. Jericho is technically a free agent right now, and speculation about a Royal Rumble return in Saudi Arabia on January 31 is still alivejust dont expect anything sooner.
At 55, Jericho isnt slowing down. Between his live concerts, NAMM appearances, and ongoing tour preparations, hes got a full scheduleand for now, none of that includes WWE TV.
What do you thinkshould Chris Jericho come back for one last WWE run? Or is it better if he stays on the road with Fozzy? Drop your thoughts below and let us know where you want to see him next.
