The BEST episodes of WWE Raw season 17
Every episode of WWE Raw season 17, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of WWE Raw season 17!
For more than 25 years and well over 1000 episodes, Raw has been WWE's flagship show. Its memorable moments have thrilled the WWE Universe and earned it the distinct honor of being the longest-running episodic television show in history.
#1 - RAW 829 - WWE Draft 2009
Season 17 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/13/2009
The landscape of WWE is once again reshaped as Raw hosts the 2009 WWE Draft. While Superstars from Raw, SmackDown, and ECW compete against each other to earn their brand's draft picks, the stakes are raised in a 15-Man Tri-Branded Battle Royal. Batista, Shane McMahon, and WWE Champion Triple H team up to face Legacy in a Handicap Match and more.
#2 - RAW 839
Season 17 - Episode 25 - Aired 6/22/2009
As the new owner of Monday Night RAW, Donald Trump vows to show the WWE Universe the appreciation that they deserve by making some drastic changes. Triple H challenges Randy Orton for the WWE Championship in a Last Man Standing Match. John Cena goes one-on-one with Big Show. Plus, CM Punk, Chris Jericho and much more.
#3 - RAW 821
Season 17 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/16/2009
Following his capture of the World Heavyweight Championship just hours after losing the WWE Championship at No Way Out, Edge is confronted by John Cena. Shane McMahon challenges Randy Orton to a Non-Sanctioned Fight. Plus, Rey Mysterio in action, Chris Jericho assaults a WWE Hall of Famer, and more.
#4 - RAW 815
Season 17 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/5/2009
Randy Orton & Chris Jericho take on John Cena & Shawn Michaels in the main event. Plus, William Regal defends the Intercontinental Championship against CM Punk, World Tag Team Champions The Miz & John Morrison face Kofi Kingston & Rey Mysterio, and much more.
#5 - RAW 817
Season 17 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/19/2009
Mr. McMahon's return to Raw is met with a cold reception from Randy Orton. Alongside Shawn Michaels, John "Bradshaw" Layfield and World Heavyweight Champion John Cena sign the contract for their upcoming battle at the Royal Rumble. CM Punk challenges William Regal for the Intercontinental Championship in a No Disqualification Match.
#6 - RAW 818
Season 17 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/26/2009
With his victory in the 2009 Royal Rumble and recent attack on Mr. McMahon putting WWE in an unprecedented dilemma, Randy Orton takes some special precautions to prevent Stephanie McMahon from terminating his employment. Several Superstars for a spot in the upcoming Elimination Chamber Match at No Way Out. All this and much more.
#7 - RAW 826
Season 17 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/23/2009
Randy Orton takes his ongoing rivalry with WWE Champion Triple H to uncomfortable limits. While The Undertaker reminds Shawn Michaels of their previous encounters, The Heartbreak Kid takes to hallowed ground to send a message to The Deadman. Plus, the participants in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match compete in an Eight-Man Tag Team Match.
#8 - RAW 823
Season 17 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/2/2009
John Cena challenges Edge for the World Heavyweight Championship. In light of WWE Champion Triple H's recent actions, Randy Orton takes legal action against The Game. While looking to lay The Undertaker's WrestleMania Streak to rest, Shawn Michaels sets his sights on conquering another Superstar's undefeated record. All this and much more.
#9 - RAW 828
Season 17 - Episode 14 - Aired 4/6/2009
Randy Orton's rivalry with the McMahon family rages on when The Viper faces Mr. McMahon in the main event. In a special WrestleMania All-Star Tag Team Match, World Heavyweight Champion John Cena partners with Jeff Hardy, Rey Mysterio, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat & CM Punk to take on Kane, Big Show, Edge, Chris Jericho & Matt Hardy.
#10 - RAW 838 - Three For All
Season 17 - Episode 24 - Aired 6/15/2009
With Batista forced to vacate the WWE Championship due to injury, the title is up for grabs in a Fatal 4-Way Match between Triple H, Randy Orton, Big Show, and John Cena. Mr. McMahon makes an announcement that reshapes Raw. CM Punk puts the World Heavyweight Championship on the line in a Triple Threat Match against Edge and Jeff Hardy.
#11 - RAW 830
Season 17 - Episode 16 - Aired 4/20/2009
Following the 2009 WWE Draft, Chris Jericho bids farewell to Raw by going one-on-one with World Heavyweight Champion John Cena. WWE Champion Triple H battles Randy Orton in a No Disqualification Match. Batista makes an example out of Raw's newest acquisition, Kane and CM Punk clash in singles action, and much more.
#12 - RAW 825
Season 17 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/16/2009
Vickie Guerrero serves as the special guest referee in a bout between John Cena and World Heavyweight Champion Edge. There is no escape for Cody Rhodes when he goes one-on-one with WWE Champion Triple H inside a steel cage. Plus, Chris Jericho's recent challenge to Ric Flair is answered, Shawn Michaels and The Undertaker team up and more.
#13 - RAW 824
Season 17 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/9/2009
Despite being scheduled to face Legacy's Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase in the main event, WWE Champion Triple H brings his rivalry with Randy Orton right to The Viper's front door. A shocking revelation helps John Cena earn his way into the upcoming World Heavyweight Championship Match at WrestleMania. Plus Chris Jericho, Undertaker, and more.
#14 - RAW 816
Season 17 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/12/2009
John "Bradshaw" Layfield orders Shawn Michaels to make WrestleMania come early when he goes one-on-one with World Heavyweight Champion John Cena. With anticipation building over Mr. McMahon's upcoming return, Chris Jericho learns the hard way not to cross the current boss, Stephanie McMahon. Plus, Randy Orton, CM Punk, and more.
#15 - RAW 849
Season 17 - Episode 35 - Aired 8/31/2009
Raw Guest Host Dusty Rhodes gives his son, Cody, an opportunity to challenge Randy Orton for the WWE Championship with John Cena serving as the special guest referee. While Big Show takes on Mark Henry, Chris Jericho goes one-on-one with MVP. Plus, Kofi Kingston defends the United States Championship in a Fatal 4-Way Match and more.
#16 - RAW 843
Season 17 - Episode 29 - Aired 7/20/2009
Triple H & John Cena take on WWE Champion Randy Orton and his Legacy in a Handicap Match. In honor of ZZ Top serving as Raw Guest Hosts, Hornswoggle goes one-on-one with Chavo Guerrero in a "Sharp Dressed Man Match." Plus, a Six-Man Tag Team Match, Chris Jericho in action, and much more.
#17 - RAW 850
Season 17 - Episode 36 - Aired 9/7/2009
TV's Bob Barker shakes things up by serving as the evening's Guest Host. Santino Marella learns the hard way that the best things in life really aren't free. In the main event, DX battles Chris Masters & WWE Champion Randy Orton. Before facing The Viper at Breaking Point, John Cena goes one-on-one with Cody Rhodes. All this and much more.
#18 - RAW 851
Season 17 - Episode 37 - Aired 9/14/2009
When Batista delivers a major announcement regarding the future of his in-ring career, Randy Orton finds himself facing The Animal in a No Holds Barred Match. Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with Cody Rhodes. Raw Guest Host Trish Stratus teams with MVP & Mark Henry to battle Beth Phoenix and Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show and more.
#19 - RAW 852
Season 17 - Episode 38 - Aired 9/21/2009
Raw Guest Host Cedric The Entertainer makes a Six-Man Tag Team Match main event, where WWE Champion John Cena partners with MVP & Mark Henry to take on Randy Orton and Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show. Representing D-Generation X, Triple H goes one-on-one with Legacy's Cody Rhodes. All this and much more action.
#20 - RAW 855
Season 17 - Episode 41 - Aired 10/12/2009
Problems within Legacy arise when WWE Champion Randy Orton finds himself partnering with John Cena to take on Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase. Also, dissension brews between Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show after Big Show tries to earn a spot on Team Raw at Bragging Rights by going one-on-one with SmackDown's Chris Jericho.
#21 - RAW 856
Season 17 - Episode 42 - Aired 10/19/2009
Snoop Dogg brings his unique style to the WWE Universe as the evening's Guest Host. In what could be his final appearance on Raw, John Cena takes on Triple H. WWE Champion Randy Orton looks for some retribution on Ted DiBiase. Before they meet Team SmackDown at Bragging Rights, Team RAW warms up against another team. All this and much more.
#22 - RAW 854
Season 17 - Episode 40 - Aired 10/5/2009
When Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show receive a lesson in team spirit from Raw Guest Host and Pittsburgh Steeler Ben Roethlisberger, Big Show & Chris Jericho find themselves competing in the main event against DX. The Miz challenges Kofi Kingston for the United States Championship. Plus, a Divas Bowl Match and much more.
#23 - RAW 853
Season 17 - Episode 39 - Aired 9/28/2009
Raw Guest Host Reverend Al Sharpton joins the VIP Lounge and orders Jeri-Show to defend the Unified WWE Tag Team Championships against Mark Henry & MVP. WWE Champion John Cena competes in a 3-On-1 Gauntlet Match. Before they meet in Hell in a Cell, Cody Rhodes and Ted DiBiase send a message to D-Generation X. Plus, Jack Swagger and more.
#24 - RAW 857
Season 17 - Episode 43 - Aired 10/26/2009
After turning on Team RAW to ensure an opportunity at The Undertaker's World Heavyweight Championship, Big Show faces Triple H in a Lumberjack Match. After losing the WWE Championship to John Cena, Randy Orton's actions cause him some vehicular damage. Kyle Busch and Joey Logano from the Joe Gibbs Racing Team serve as Guest Hosts.
#25 - RAW 858
Season 17 - Episode 44 - Aired 11/2/2009
Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne serve as Raw Guest Hosts. WWE Champion John Cena finds himself competing in a Triple Threat Match against Big Show and Chris Jericho. A one-on-one battle between Kofi Kingston and Randy Orton turns into a Six-Man Tag Team Match. Plus, Evan Bourne challenges The Miz for the United States Championship and much more.