7 WWE Superstars whose careers ended because of Injuries

7. Steve Blackman

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6. Paige

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5. Owen Hart

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4. Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat

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3. Bret "The Hitman" Hart

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2. Mick Foley

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1. Stone Cold Steve Austin

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