Written by Glenn | 31 January 2011

Martin "Marn" Phan has left Evil Geniuses. The announcement came earlier this afternoon from Marn, who had hinted that some sort of news was coming. Marn was one of the first players in the United States to join a competitive gaming team. As teams still try to sign players and acquire talent for various reasons, this news is surprising.

From his Twitter account:

"As per my request, I have been released from my Evil Geniuses contract. I love @SirScoots and wish them the best of luck :)."

Marn's arrival to the Evil Geniuses came days before Devastation 2010, which he won with an undefeated record. Weeks later, he won the Tatsunoko vs. Capcom tournament at Evolution 2010. He had plenty of podium placements in Super Street Fighter IV since his signing.

Marn was soon joined in Evil Geniuses by Justin Wong and Ricky Ortiz, both who are still on the team.