View source for News/"APA" to Leave Liquid

{{News
|seo_title="APA" to Leave Liquid
|seo_keywords=Liquid
|image=Team_Liquid.jpg
|tags=Team Liquid
|date=2025-11-13T10:59:30.000Z
|sources={{NewsSource
|source=Twitter
|url=https://x.com/teamliquidlol/status/1988766181734433179
|article=News/&#34;APA&#34; to Leave Liquid
}}
|author=Andura
|category=Transfer Market
|game=League of Legends
|content=Team Liquid has officially announced that Eain “APA” Stearns will be leaving its League of Legends roster, ending a partnership that lasted nearly three years. The North American mid laner first joined the organization in 2022, starting with Liquid Challengers before moving up to the main LCS team.

==== A Tough Season Leads to Changes ====

In a video posted on social media, APA shared that the team’s sixth-place finish in Split 3 of the LTA North 2025 season played a big role in the decision. After a season filled with ups and downs, Team Liquid decided it was time to make roster changes before the 2026 LCS season begins.

The 2025 season was challenging for [[Companies/Team Liquid|Team Liquid]]. The team placed fourth in both Split 1 and Split 2, which meant they missed out on qualifying for both the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) and the World Championship.

On social media, Team Liquid thanked APA for his hard work and growth during his time with the team, writing:
“Thank you for three amazing years together. Your growth as a person and player has been incredible to watch. Our Finals MVP, our LCS and LTA champion, our First Team All-Pro Midlaner, and our friend.”

'''More:'''[[News/Team Liquid Acquires Team Gullit|Team Liquid Acquires Team Gullit]]
}}