 Shrader did not join his partner in the MEWF instead leaving the industry to become a full-time bartender at Baltimore's Hard Rock Cafe.Since his retirement, Shrader has made occasional appearances at wrestling events.On April 8, 2006, at the 10th Annual Super 8 Tournament, Shrader was among the former participants honored at the event including Ace Darling, Simon Diamond, Christopher Daniels, Low Ki, Donovan Morgan, Petey Williams, Cheetah Master, Devon Storm, Jayson Reign, John Walters, Mike Kruel, Xavier, Andrew Ryker, and Eric Matlock.