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The Best Episodes of Raw Season 17

Every episode of Raw Season 17 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Raw Season 17!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Raw Season 17 Episode 1 - January 5, 2009
    6.8/10(29 votes)

    #1 - January 5, 2009

    S17:E1

    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.

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  2. Raw Season 17 Episode 2 - January 12, 2009
    6.7/10(29 votes)

    #2 - January 12, 2009

    S17:E2

    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.

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  3. Raw Season 17 Episode 3 - January 19, 2009
    7.2/10(28 votes)

    #3 - January 19, 2009

    S17:E3

    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.

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  4. Raw Season 17 Episode 4 - January 26, 2009
    7.6/10(33 votes)

    #4 - January 26, 2009

    S17:E4

    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 compete for a spot in the upcoming Elimination Chamber Match at No Way Out. All this and much more.

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  5. Raw Season 17 Episode 5 - February 2, 2009
    7.1/10(27 votes)

    #5 - February 2, 2009

    S17:E5

    World Heavyweight Champion John Cena battles Y2J in the main event. Shane McMahon accepts Randy Orton's challenge. JBL evaluates HBK.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Raw Season 17 Episode 6 - February 9, 2009
    7.1/10(28 votes)

    #6 - February 9, 2009

    S17:E6

    With Stephanie McMahon nearly becoming a victim of Randy Orton's unpredictable mean streak, The Undertaker comes to Raw to lay The Viper to rest. After Chris Jericho gets on the wrong side of a WWE Hall of Famer, Y2J partners with Kane & Mike Knox to take on Rey Mysterio, Kofi Kingston & World Heavyweight Champion John Cena. Plus, CM Punk and more.

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  7. Raw Season 17 Episode 7 - February 16, 2009
    7.6/10(25 votes)

    #7 - February 16, 2009

    S17:E7

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Raw Season 17 Episode 8 - February 23, 2009
    6.5/10(20 votes)

    #8 - February 23, 2009

    S17:E8

    With Randy Orton's actions leaving a trail of McMahon family casualties in his wake, WWE Champion Triple H teaches The Viper a lesson. John Cena's quest to reclaim the World Heavyweight Championship from Edge is thwarted by Vickie Guerrero. Shawn Michaels and John "Bradshaw" Layfield clash to see who will challenge The Undertaker at WrestleMania.

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  9. Raw Season 17 Episode 9 - March 2, 2009
    7.8/10(27 votes)

    #9 - March 2, 2009

    S17:E9

    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.

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  10. Raw Season 17 Episode 10 - March 9, 2009
    8.2/10(30 votes)

    #10 - March 9, 2009

    S17:E10

    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.

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  11. Raw Season 17 Episode 11 - March 16, 2009
    6.7/10(21 votes)

    #11 - March 16, 2009

    S17:E11

    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.

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  12. Raw Season 17 Episode 12 - March 23, 2009
    7.3/10(24 votes)

    #12 - March 23, 2009

    S17:E12

    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.

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  13. Raw Season 17 Episode 13 - March 30, 2009
    6.9/10(23 votes)

    #13 - March 30, 2009

    S17:E13

    Randy Orton finds himself in a dangerous situation when he becomes the guest of honor at a McMahon family reunion. Before battling The Undertaker on The Grandest Stage of Them All, Shawn Michaels looks to lay The Deadman's Undefeated Streak to rest a little early. Plus, Chris Jericho battles another WWE Hall of Famer and much more.

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  14. Raw Season 17 Episode 14 - April 6, 2009
    6.9/10(26 votes)

    #14 - April 6, 2009

    S17:E14

    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.

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  15. Raw Season 17 Episode 15 - April 13, 2009
    7.9/10(23 votes)

    #15 - April 13, 2009

    S17:E15

    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.

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  16. Raw Season 17 Episode 16 - April 20, 2009
    6.7/10(21 votes)

    #16 - April 20, 2009

    S17:E16

    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.

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  17. Raw Season 17 Episode 17 - April 27, 2009
    6.4/10(21 votes)

    #17 - April 27, 2009

    S17:E17

    Batista and Big Show clash in the main event to determine the No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship. Randy Orton takes on United States Champion MVP. Plus, The Miz looks to make an impact at the expense of John Cena, The Brian Kendrick goes one-on-one with Kofi Kingston, and much more action.

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  18. Raw Season 17 Episode 18 - May 4, 2009
    6.2/10(22 votes)

    #18 - May 4, 2009

    S17:E18

    When Batista and United States Champion MVP come to Shane McMahon's aid during his match against WWE Champion Randy Orton, both men try to earn their way into the main event by taking on Legacy's Cody Rhodes and Ted DiBiase in singles action. Despite being unable to wrestle, John Cena finally responds to The Miz's recent taunts.

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  19. Raw Season 17 Episode 19 - May 11, 2009
    6.7/10(21 votes)

    #19 - May 11, 2009

    S17:E19

    Batista takes on Legacy's Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase in a Handicap Match. A confrontation on MVP's VIP Lounge leads to Kofi Kingston teaming with United States Champion MVP to battle Matt Hardy & William Regal. In a special Exhibition Match, The Miz battles John Cena. Plus, Beth Phoenix in action, Carlito faces The Brian Kendrick, and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Raw Season 17 Episode 20 - May 18, 2009
    6.3/10(22 votes)

    #20 - May 18, 2009

    S17:E20

    Randy Orton learns he will defend the WWE Championship against Batista in a Steel Cage Match at Extreme Rules. The Animal finds himself teaming with John Cena to take on The Viper and both members of Legacy a Handicap Match. Plus, Matt Hardy challenges MVP for the United States Championship and much more.

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  21. Raw Season 17 Episode 21 - May 25, 2009
    6.2/10(23 votes)

    #21 - May 25, 2009

    S17:E21

    After being forced to relocate Monday Night RAW's venue due to controversy surrounding the 2009 NBA Playoffs, WWE rebounds from this personal foul with a full-court press on the owner of the Denver Nuggets and a special 10-Man Tag Team Match main event featuring an all-star lineup of WWE's finest.

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  22. Raw Season 17 Episode 22 - June 1, 2009
    6.4/10(22 votes)

    #22 - June 1, 2009

    S17:E22

    Before challenging Randy Orton for the WWE Championship at Extreme Rules, Batista steps inside the unforgiving Steel Cage a little early when he goes one-on-one with a member of Legacy. Fresh off of becoming No. 1 Contender for the United States Championship, Kofi Kingston challenges MVP for the gold. Plus, Matt Hardy in action and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Raw Season 17 Episode 23 - June 8, 2009
    6.2/10(23 votes)

    #23 - June 8, 2009

    S17:E23

    Despite losing the WWE Championship to Batista at Extreme Rules, Randy Orton takes The Animal to the breaking point before challenging him for the gold in the main event. Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase continue to prove effective as a team when they take on Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Primo & Carlito.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Raw Season 17 Episode 24 - June 15, 2009
    7.9/10(27 votes)

    #24 - June 15, 2009

    S17:E24

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Raw Season 17 Episode 25 - June 22, 2009
    7.0/10(35 votes)

    #25 - June 22, 2009

    S17:E25

    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.

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Season 17 Ratings Summary

"January 5, 2009" is the best rated episode of "Raw" season 17. It scored 6.8/10 based on 29 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/5/2009. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "January 12, 2009".