Bjergsen Retires as a professional League player - My Reaction

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[@TheMightyBosstone]

im legit blown away. So sad. A legacy for TSM is now ending. I hope him moving to the head coach position is a grade A+ move.

[@juliusw2719]

I'm from Germany, I would or should be an EU fan if it weren't for Bjergsen. I started playing league in the beginning of S3 when Bjerg was playing for NIP and I didn´t really understand league at that time, but I understood this player is good and fun to watch, even if he´s playing in a bottom tier team. Then he went to TSM, a big name, I instantly became a TSM Fan and stayed there. If you ask me wich Person I link to League of Legends, I´m 100% sure I would say Bjergsen, not Faker or someone else. Bjergsen is my face for professionel League of Legend. If TSM 1st era ended with Dyrus, this is the end of the 2nd one.

[@MefoWho]

probably knew his share wont rise unless he do the coaching himself, or nobody else will

[@louder1833]

@@juliusw2719 I’m from Sweden and I’m exactly in the same boat as you. Feels the same way it felt when Dyrus retire. Hopefully Bjergerking is able to do even more for the team as a head coach! I don’t know how I would feel about being TSM fan if Søren would end his affiliation with the org though...

[@maurice6908]

its a shame he wasted his prime in NA and chose TSM, bad judgement imo. I cant even imagine the international success he would have had in EU

[@MefoWho]

@@maurice6908 his choice tbh. Sacrifice his prime to possibly save tsm or even NA

[@gastonzumbo9860]

Bjergs' retirement straight up triggered Travis' mid life crisis lmao

[@snizzy69]

Facts

[@trvalt5291]

funny how you say mid life

[@gastonzumbo9860]

@Bobby Jonas why so bitter lmao

[@vicbirth1649]

I aged 20 years and got a mid life crisis

[@cosmosDiv]

@Bobby Jonas yeah of course LCS will just yeet out of existence because the LoL gods won't allow any NA organization to gather a roster let alone step foot onto summoners rift

[@blendon8]

I'm from EU but this crushed my soul even more to think that 2020 is such a terrible year.

[@maurice6908]

it has been tough from the start. Its a shame he wasted his prime in NA and chose TSM, bad judgement imo. I cant even imagine the international success he would have had in EU

[@misosoup6529]

@Tharun Kante They won an MSI title and was runners up in two world title shots that is some levels of international success don't discount achievements EU made as a region just to prove your point, which I agree with, that bjerg made himself a household name within the NA LCS. Don't be like the first guy who decided to discount bjerg's achievements by doing the same thing.

[@danielle4028]

bjergs going to be an amazing coach. player turned coaches are usually great, especially since hes not on a performance dip 🤟

[@jleif7736]

@@maurice6908 what success internationally would he have had? If Caps can’t win a worlds, how could Bjerg? And I’m not hating on him at all he’s literally the goat of NA. But I hate this narrative, the west is still far behind the east, idk if it will ever change. The mechanical gap, and macro gap in Asians is just way too far.

[@maurice6908]

@@jleif7736 you never know, first he could have trained with the other EU mid lane gods of the time in Alex Ich and xPeke. I think he could have surpassed them and even Cap later on (different generation though). At the early days he could have won worlds. to win a worlds title nowadays is harder than five years ago, also cause solo carry is not possible anymore. Bjerg started to play in S2 (2012). Also he could have won IEMs and MSI (without dodging the kr favorite). And on top of that crush every NA team xD. Also getting out of groups would be a given

[@xSkwintz]

Hey Travis, I’m feeling what you’re feeling man. Bjergsen has been my absolute favorite player since his pentakill with Syndra. I’ve been following this player since the very beginning and this shit is so hard as a fan to accept. It’s rough to think that NAs GoaT isn’t going to be playing anymore. NA is losing a lot with this but who knows? Maybe his brain will lead NA to greater things and this opens room for new talent. This shit hurts my soul and it sucks because I don’t think I’m really gonna be watching much LCS without him playing. It hurts to see him go.

[@karsonkammerzell6955]

@Bobby Jonas Perhaps, just perhaps, the person insulting a commentor on a KZbin video about something said person says is trash MIGHT be the one needing therapy. And just in case you don't understand (and it's highly likely you don't because your comment doesn't instill a lot of faith in your intelligence) I'm talking about you. I hope for more whining from you; I need more boxes checked on my 'Asshat Bingo' card. 🤣

[@paulbrewer8533]

@Bobby Jonas How many peoplea comments are you going to comment on? You have no life clearly. Going around screaming at people on KZbin video comments.

[@monkofmajere584]

It's a kind of a big moment. Bjergsen replacing Reginald arguably marked the second era of professional League of Legends in North America, notably the time when the scene really started to explode. He's been a mainstay since. Of course his retirement is going to have a huge impact on anyone who's been following since. With Bjergsen's announcement, Sneaky no longer on C9, and with new, young players challenging Doublelift for the title of NA's best ADC, it's hard not to see this as the beginning of a possible third era.

[@jeanphil3885]

@Bobby Jonas this is the third comment I've seen you leave negative shit on. Perhaps you're the one needing help buddy. People like you create poison in the Pro's minds when they read on what the community is saying online. Grow up and work on yourself.

[@xSkwintz]

@Bobby Jonas yikes buddy. Are you sure IM the one who needs therapy? You very very obviously have some very concerning emotional problems if you really take your time and energy to comment something like that. I’ve been playing this game since season 2 and I’ve followed competitive since then. It’s my version of sports and I care about it. This is my favorite player, my Kobe Bryant of esports. You don’t even know me, what I do, who I am, anything but something in YOUR head makes you want to hate me and leave your negativity in me because you have no where else to put it. I’m sure you the one who needs therapy buddy and I hope you can get through whatever it is you’re going through. Trust me, I’ve been there and putting it on random ass people does absolutely nothing but make it worse for yourself. Seek help my guy.

[@johanthorstenson5009]

Man travis you look really moved by this...

[@KasperSky1906]

i guess like half of us ;c

[@mikewang9885]

Who doesn’t?

[@enderkk5089]

for people who have been watching LCS for years, this is insane.

[@peakfictionenthusiast1465]

he def cried before recording

[@snizzy69]

@@peakfictionenthusiast1465 lol

[@Jeehaun]

This news hit so much harder than I thought it would. I didn’t realize how sad I’d be with him not playing on the roster. I used to wonder if I was just more of a Bjergsen fan than a TSM fan and that if I’d be happy if he had to find his success on another team. But now I couldn’t imagine how much more sad I’d actually be to see him leave the org for another one. Glad he’s at least sticking around to help the team from within.

[@kevinly979]

@Bobby Jonas damm. idk if you're a troll, but you live a sad, sad life man.

[@williamhoushmand9810]

@Bobby Jonas the hell is your problem? The fact that you’re bothered by his reaction shows how useless and boring your life is. Instead of saying things that are just negative stfu and let the man speak. Theirs a reason why the comment section is available to everyone.

[@chunkystyle3311]

@Bobby Jonas What is going on in your miserable life that you have to come and attack this guy for expressing his love for Bjergsen and the team? When did he say that he cried lol. You are obviously projecting your own emotions and insecurities on this guy. Try going outside and getting laid, it might boost your mood. I hope this is a wakeup call to get your shit together and stop emotionally investing in useless and pathetic things(like attacking people in the comments for no reason) LOL

[@oskartengberg8792]

@Bobby Jonas Hope u fix ur issues brotha

[@YMY9]

He replies this to EVERY person that says something nice about bjergsen, he is just a sad sad internet troll.

[@dwe1831]

The game where he 1v9d on akali against c9 in the finals will forever haunt me, I will never forget that game were he single handily took the trophy from c9. Dudes a legend

[@simpleshebang308]

which season and game pls

[@jake6608]

@@simpleshebang308 season 9 spring playoffs game 3

[@jerrytang5888]

Wouldn’t TL beat c9 even if they made it to the finals? It’s

[@etienneriendeau1432]

had the pleasure to ''meet'' the team at boston finals before the game just for photoshoot and had to say it the only player that ask me how i was going and what my name was Bjerg i was so happy cause he is my fav player

[@YuenQestir]

omg Travis sounds so devasted like someone died ;(

[@timfoote6919]

I think it's glaringly obvious Travis liked him a great deal. It hurts and is hard.

[@julienparis3512]

@Bobby Jonas It's not all about money dude, and this clearly wasn't.

[@BigDaddyWes]

@Bobby Jonas You seem to have lost touch with reality there bud.

[@carlosrazier433]

When Khabib and Bjergsen retire on the same day : (

[@josephsabry5005]

Who is khabib

[@originalzomfg]

@@josephsabry5005 an amazing MMA fighter. Look him up, the dude is a beast.

[@toonex5399]

same, this is for me extremely depressing, he was the glue of the team, considering though that he's now head coach we might actually have better organisation within the team, as the previous head coach really screwed up on drafts at worlds which set up TSM for some really bad games, admittedly yes they under performed, but the draft seriously reduced their chances of winning anything. Hopefully this move from Bjergsen is for the best but it'll seriously be weird watching TSM without him playing as I've been a TSM fan ever since I started playing league in Season 2 (I am an euw player but after my friend at school showed me CLG vs TSM I was partially cheering on TSM because my friend was a CLG fan, but the team dynamic and their energy really made me enthusiastic about the team and hooked on seeing all their future matches).

[@Jay-st8jf]

Ive lost so much hope in TSM over the years with how they pick up players for the org, this year especially. Johnson, Spica, treatz, and Tactical were all on Academy, but they pick up Kobbe, Biofrost, and Dardoch going into spring and then giving tactical and Johnson to TL,Dig so I really hope this year they start a movement with the rookies putting Treatz on who was the highest ranked solo Q worlds attender on the Chinese super server, and Evolved mid who has done nothing but prove his worth in academy as well as Lost who also has been playing insanely well.

[@joeyt8643]

Really happy he's staying on as head coach then--totally agree that he seemed to hold people together well.

[@boketto4797]

Hey me too hah. Started playing lol in season 2 when I was 10 years old. Literally grew up watching Bjergsen (I'm 18 now). Fuck this made me sad. I'm happy he's staying in the scene though, that soothes the ache a bit.

[@narhwallord6985]

Draft draft draft.... blah blah blah. We hyper focus on this one thing. The coaches are so much more than just champ select..

[@taylorbates4742]

The coaches don't pick the draft picks... It's done collectively among the players.

[@lins_z2]

Didn’t DL said that he joined TSM again to play with his friends one more time or something like that? Maybe DL knew about this and they really wanted to play together as friends one last time... :( Edit: DL said in stream that he had no idea :’D

[@chimpo6437]

Too bad the adc Meta was trash and could never do anything the entire year

[@bdaniels4627]

He just said he didn’t know

[@tarzaneika587]

Dl was trash and no, the adc are gods in the actual meta stop being delusional .

[@Drew-tm5pe]

He joined TSM to live with Leena. Thought that was obvious

[@WarringFighter]

no wonder we are seen as a joke internationally. Expect another disappointing NA worlds performance from now

[@garrettpreszler7857]

It's sad. With the resurgence of how he played this year, I was looking forward to at least another year with him. At the same time, I can understand wanting to "go out on top" with the LCS Summer win. But, it still hurts. I started watching and playing league right after he came to NA. So my first exposure to LCS was watching Bjerg just curb stomp guys, and that's ultimately what drew me to be a TSM fan. I'm a TSM fan because of Bjerg. I'm glad he's still with the org as the head coach, and happy to know that he isn't disappearing after his retirement like some can tend to do in the eSports scene. Wish nothing but the best in this next chapter for Bjerg!

[@garrettpreszler7857]

@Bobby Jonas you’re an angry child and need help.

[@IzroneI]

It blows my mind the impact this has had on me. I am 34, started playing in season 2, but haven’t actually played the game in about 3 years. I still follow the competitive scene closely and seem to be one of the few people who has always been neutral on TSM/Bjerg. And I am still absolutely stunned. Bjerg was just one of very few constants in professional LoL. I knew year in and year out I would see him with a TSM jersey on playing in the mid-lane. I didn’t realize until today what an impact his presence has had on my life. It is shocking to see him leave and I am thankful that I got to watch him become the person that he is through watching professional league of legends. He will be missed.

[@IzroneI]

Just one more thing. I played baseball to a fairly high level and there was one compliment that kind of stood above the rest when talking about baseball players. That was to say that someone “did it right.” It means that he conducted himself on and off the field the way that you should. That you respected the game, your teammates, your opponents, and yourself and you never tried to make yourself bigger than the game. That you appreciated the work that those that came before you did and you tried to leave the game better than it was when you found it. Soren did it right.

[@rokor3578]

I agree. I hated Bjergson.... not because I didnt like him but because often times he would manage to beat my favorite teams. Yet I'm still deeply saddened to hear about his retirement. Also I believe you are correct. Bjerg did it right and I've always had massive respect for him because of that.

[@kevintruong9351]

I think bjergsen retiring reminds us all of those earlier days when we were young and its nostalgic. It almost made me shed a tear knowing how long, and how many things i went through and using league as an escape to it all.

[@aspiwri664]

For real man. So many of us were kids when this was all starting, so much time has passed.

[@chuho4214]

For real, been watching league since 13. Still remember the time when Lustboy was sup and Locodoco was the coach.

[@franciscoroca2515]

I'm sad. Because Bjergsen was the reason I started watching LCS, and now I'm a TSM fan. He is my favorite player, and seeing him retire makes me very sad. He will always be the king of Na.

[@maxxvii2037]

Maaaan i wasn't prepared for this. Despite everything, he's still the best midlanner in NA. He retiring is really something.

[@Datmodz7]

Being the best mid in na isn't really much of accomplishment at this point my guy... lol na is a dog shit region an we always will be

[@waunke56]

@@Datmodz7 yep thats why even faker had respect for him as a player and why he won ever 1 v 1 tourney he was in during all-stars. But ya know. Shit.

[@aslemartinsen5284]

@@waunke56 Doesn't change the fact he keeps playing supports and tanks in mid lane. In NA it's fine, but it's clearly not enough against the best in the world.

[@maxxvii2037]

@@Datmodz7 Maybe, but that's besides the point. He's still the best thing his region has to offer. Most players usually retire when they become washed up (or they keep playing despite this for the paycheck, like Faker), so this is definitely unexpected, which was my point to begin with.

[@Gurpreet-sv5zg]

@@maxxvii2037 What? Faker assessment is so wrong. He played well in Spring split and then the team was in turmoil after Coach Kim used 6 variation lineups in a single split. He was the clear best player with their 1 week scrim lineup and has done well against other great LCK mid laners. Bjergsen on the other hand ehhhh

[@well2006]

whoa didn't expect this to happen.

[@FrostbiteRep]

Apparently only me, you and the other 25 people who liked the comment lol

[@jourdansarpy4935]

I remember when he was in season 4 and he was a super shy nerd who was looking up to the veterans on TSM. Now he’s going to be leading the squad. We’ve watched this man grow into a man.

[@thedarkness944]

Its heart breaking, he's the whole reason I became a TSM fan and to see him quit playing feels surreal. I'm super happy for him though, he's had a long career, and im excited to see what he will do with the position of head coach.

[@Potatosorous]

Feels kinda surreal, very rarely do players get to retire from a position where their gameplay doesn't reflect their desire to no longer play competitively. Bjerg never really declined and shouldered being the face of TSM and the LCS since his arrival. TSM and the LCS can try to find a replacement but you can't really replace what players like Bjerg, Doublelift, Faker, Rekkles do for their team and league brands.

[@ykabuba]

The fact that he was considering the option since spring makes this ever more sad, man is a Legend. Can only wish him success in the new challenge.

[@jimmyrusselluher1225]

Maybe he is just burnt out, and will come back in a year or two? Michael Jordan retired from basketball to play baseball after winning 3 championships, then came back to win 3 more

[@meeras6677]

@@jimmyrusselluher1225 maybe, he said he wanted to be the coach, which he now is. Some of his old colleagues/friends like Locodoco thought he would be a great coach. I think that he will be the person who helps the next TSM mid laner become great. But they most likely could never over take Bjergsen’s TSM legacy.

[@ob123d]

Damn Travis... Thank you for content! So raw and well put!

[@thebandidosaphe]

its so sad, he was the first person that i liked when i started watching league in season 4, made me a fan of the game and TSM, i suffer when Dyrus retired, but to see bjergsen go... is too much, i remember watching his stream (whe he used to stream), made me love league of legends till now, i feel now tath he is gone, we loose one of the pilar images of the game in the west, he was like the Faker of NA...man, is so sad.

[@dephy11]

Same man. I can only hope that he can lead them as a coach now and change the culture for TSM. But I feel like it will be the same passive gameplay in his coaching. Hoping it's not though.

[@vincenthocog8024]

he was caps when he first came on the scene b4 caps came

[@manuellopezcisneros3164]

Sameee man! Those streams were so enjoyable. Hope he can somehow do them again

[@elliotmcjohn1631]

Same here, 2014 when I started watching LCS and he was my favorite player. Loved watching him stream old Mordekaiser games. I actually wanted to go pro in 2014 and he was my inspiration.

[@cloudy298]

@Bobby Jonas Just how much time do you need to go comment on everything, saying the same garbage? It would seem your a bit more invested into this than most lol

[@skibbyskib13]

This just makes the TSM losers bracket run even more powerful. The final stand of one of the greatest western players we may ever see. Im sure he will excel as head coach in time and continue to push TSM to the heights he, and we all know they can achieve. Just as Regi once passed the torch, so must Bjerg.

[@wearyourfriends]

What you said reminds of the year Dyrus retired. I was so hyped to see them at worlds because of his playoffs performance. I thought, my God, this man is back in it. When Dyrus announced it at Worlds I was so heartbroken. But damn, it really did make that "final stand" feel so much more powerful.

[@skibbyskib13]

@Bobby Jonas lol you must be fun to be around at parties. Im sure we'll see in spring.

[@Londy808]

@@skibbyskib13 Bobby is just another toxic troll who feeds off the sorrow of others. I almost feel pity for him. Almost

[@Gurpreet-sv5zg]

@@Londy808 It's prob one of those EU fans that ran off after DWG smashed the last hope of EU.

[@galileogalilei7126]

I thought we would have him for at least two more years... This truly sends me into the abyss and I emerge a new creature with an appreciation for time.

[@yazeedal-yahya2383]

dude exactly how I feel :(

[@galileogalilei7126]

@Bobby Jonas I am laughing at the fact you take this serious.

[@calebharris6659]

I'm not gonna lie...This hit me the hardest with everything that's happened in 2020. League of Legends has had such an impact in my life with the connections and relationships I've built. I've played ever since Bjergsen came over to join TSM. Growing alongside him and watching him dominate the league has been nothing short of spectacular. Although I'm sad to see him end his career as a player, I look forward to seeing what he can do as a coach. I'm also excited to see Travis's content surrounding the king's legacy. #TSMWIN

[@dutchdude1985]

NA mids in many ways are remembered for the domesticated EU mids in Jensen and Bjergsen, the fact they are still relevant today is a huge testament to them. I feel Bjergsen might make a good coach given some time, it is sad to see him go though as i did respect him a lot.

[@ZedoBlack]

I've been watching Bjerg since his Copenhagen Wolves days. I legit almost cried this morning when I saw this news on Twitter this morning.

[@1will2kill]

Your emotion and reaction is so real. Love the content! Keep it going for another 10 years.

[@TheMuxable]

I have shed so many tears since watching the announcement when it released. Been watching him since I was in high school in 2013, so much nostalgia and sadness, GGs Bjerg, been great watching you over the years

[@noammeitzar5873]

Travis Congratz on the 200K

[@pkthunder7008]

I’m not always a huge fan of Travis content but this one was gold. Travis knows how to feel and he has the wisdom to stop and look around sometimes. I would like more of this side of him I’d come back for this

[@abcdefg57572]

Man hearing this news made me think of back in the day when I started playing and watching league after my friends showed me some of bjerg's first games on TSM. It was an honor to have witnessed his career as a player and his growth as a person over the years. Happy that we still get to see him on stage though

[@esportsweapon6907]

Your voice mimics my heart Travis. I'm torn asunder. I watched Bjergs first game. Commented on his first blog. Modeled my league work ethic after his. He deserved to get out of groups. This hurts too much.

[@irDalton]

I’m a big Bjerg fan ever since he came over and joined TSM. I’m 2 years older than him, but I looked up to him. He’s so wise beyond his years and so mature. He’s also what made me get into league hardcore and midlane. I did everything he did and learned from everything he does. I have the exact same champ pool as him. The Zilean, Synda, Akali, Sett, Galio and back in the olden days, the Zed. Everything he did I just adored. He’s the GOAT of NA in my opinion and it’s not even close. He’s so influential. I’m heart broken that I was never able to see him live and now I’ll never get the chance to. It was a dream to meet him and I was just never able to. I’m happy he’s going to be the coach of TSM, but it’s also saddening that I won’t be able to see his prowess on the rift anymore (unless he starts streaming again eventually). This really is a huge shock to me and everyone else who’s a fan of his and league in general. I know he has something up his sleeve to continue TSM’s legacy. I’m excited to see who’s going to be on the roster moving forward and excited to see how’s going to be as a coach. From the bottom of my heart as a Bjerg fanatic and TSM fanboy, thank you so much for everything you’ve done for the organization, the sport and us as fans. You’ll truly be missed as the midlaner.

[@PeteStakk]

Very sad, one of the giants of League. Regardless of whom you support, it's honestly it's just sad we won't get to see such a great player compete any more.

[@JMUricketts]

i saw this an hour ago and my jaw is still on the floor

[@wesleymcjunkin6643]

Thanks for making a reaction video yesterday was a hard day, but at least we can like all grieve together.

[@Trumpet61894]

I studied him a lot too, and he’s still by far my most favorite player to watch. He is the reason I ever got serious about league. He’s the reason I love TSM. He’s the reason I love LCS. This is so sad and idk how to take it, but I hope he does well as a coach.

[@YMY9]

This news broke my heart Bjerg can't end his carreer as a player with this performance at worlds :(

[@flegoron]

His performance was a showing that time has gotten to him and he is past his prime. It’s no flame but just facts. Shame the last one that is connected to the OG TSM has retired, end of an era.

[@YMY9]

@@flegoron i don't think it's this simple, Doublelift explained what went wrong with the team at the begining of today's stream. The whole team went boom and had like 10% winrate in scrims. If they had a better bootcamp the ending of bjerg's carreer would have been different.

[@slendian]

@Bobby Jonas Homies allowed to be upset he'll never see his favorite player play again, your in the comments you degenerate.

[@YMY9]

@Bobby Jonas bruh being full of hate is even less healthy. Your life must be miserable.

[@-st0pcryy1ingg17]

@Bobby Jonas you seriously need some , thats for sure my friend

[@marcoalcivarperez6796]

I am happy for Bjergsen to take a step in his new career, and with the way he continues to learn and educate himself, it's hard not to command the respect of any players that he coach and influence. I hope he has great guidance from others in the field on who to approach and get better in his position since it's a new challenge for him.

[@alexanderlis1388]

Great vibe travis

[@BarneyxStinson98]

As a couple other commenters have said, Bjerg is the reason I started watching LCS. I randomly tuned into the broadcast and saw him absolutely dumpstering Team 8 (or maybe Coast) and I was just captivated. I'd been playing League very casually for about a year at that point but when I saw Bjergsen's plays and skill, I felt inspired. I immediately began trying to improve myself and become better in any way I could, all the while tuning in every weekend chanting TSM with the crowd. I've watched almost every TSM game since around mid 2015, every playoff match, every international performance, knowing that at any second, he could pop-off and give NA hope or at the very least something to be proud of. It's an understatement to say he was an influence to the League as a whole. It's pretty fair to say that the pro-scene in it's entirety was affected by him and his play. Pro-players around the world knew his name and knew he was someone to beat, even if the region as a whole never really stood out. But now, knowing we won't see his name on the rift. Knowing we won't hear the casters lose their minds over his outplays. Knowing he won't be able to try and prove himself against the best anymore. Knowing his last performance is tied to the biggest blunder in international history. To say it hurts doesn't even scratch the surface. I know it's selfish, but I just wish he could've given us one last play, one last fight, one last triumph before he threw in the towel. After all is said and done, though, words still can't describe how grateful I am to have been witness to his performance. To be able to have seen Bjergsen in his prime and to see his career flourish in real time. To see him grow as a player and a team mate. To see the impact he had on countless people's lives. As a fan, there's not much else to ask for. The Zilean Mastermind, The Great Dane in the Mid Lane, The Bjergerking. May his reign be remembered until the end of time. TSM TSM TSM

[@nesfan8]

My heart dropped when I saw the news. I havent felt like this since Dyrus left

[@simracing4simpletons978]

A friend of mine convinced me to watch season 2 worlds. TSM had a midlaner named Reginald. He kept playing twisted fate. Dyrus in the top lane, TheOddOne in the jungle. I was hooked on LCS from then on. Then this little skinny blonde boy from Europe shows up and just... dumpsters the league lol. Watching how aggressive he was and how hard he was wiping the floor with the other mids was so exciting to witness. Then he got to be interviewed and I am somebody who grew up in a sports household and played a lot oof sports on my own. He was so humble for a teenager that was being elevated to god status among his peers. This was so rare for esports players at the time. Mostly they’re snot-nosed teens that had to defy their parents to make their dream work but Bjerg was always down to earth and focused on the goal: being the best. He was a true athlete with a team mindset in a team game. What’s cool is he kept that mentality from 17 through 24 and through multiple wins and championships and mvps. There is no other player in LCS that had that mentality and that drive and the skill to back it up. I’m glad he’s coaching. This is what the league needs to grow, just like all sports. The best players become coaches sometimes and pass that knowledge and mindset on. It allows leagues to grow. Thanks bjerg for all the years of awesome league! Enjoy a vacation and find some time to love yourself man! He truly is the GOAT.

[@edRitchiee]

Nice content Travis, I've been following your coverage for a long time. I'm basically the same age as Bjerg so got into LoL because of watching players like him. Your Vid made me cry as I'm a sucker for nostalgia. right in the feels .. fuck 2020

[@gnparticle]

7 years is a good amount of time...and considering how League has only been around for just over 10, it feels like these 7 years have been a huge part of our League lives. We've all watched him go from the baby-faced young Dane mid-lane powerhouse to a TSM icon, and with all the throwback pictures from his fellow League colleagues on twitter...it all feels very bittersweet and I think that's also why Travis sounds so solemn. Bjerg joined the LCS EU in the first year that LCS ever existed...it's all very crazy and surreal when we think about the timeline of events. It's like watching a baby mature and leaving them on their own once they've grown up.

[@spartanmc95]

I had finally graduated college and had set myself up working to be able to enjoy traveling. One of my hopes this year as a long time tsm fan was to travel to finals, hoping to see TSM hoist the trophy and see bjerg play. Unfortunately due to corona, never got to see it happen. missed the last chance to see it live :c definitely devastating to miss the chance to see him play live. Similar to how it felt when Dyrus retired. Hoping to one day see Rekkles play and win it all before hes gone from the scene too.

[@forresthgump5353]

He made me fall in love with the game again.

[@HashG.4U]

Honestly I think your a great person and I think everyone just appreciates u bein u. Keep doin what u doin brotha!

[@rcwardawg]

He was my favorite player not because he was the best, but because he was always humble. He will be missed, but not gone. Great ambassador for the game, I hope to see him for many years to come.

[@dc6508]

I'm completely dead inside...

[@omensoffate]

Yikes because of a stranger you don’t know

[@MikeS-pp3iy]

I’m sure you’ll get over it.

[@Zmargo702]

Same here

[@ccm0222]

I had the same feeling when dyrus retired

[@BrianBrown-vd1vv]

Been watching Bjergsen since he came in with the Wolves in Europe and have loved watching him play ever since. I was shocked he was retiring, not only because he's Bjergsen, but because he was still at the top of his game and seemed to have gas in the tank. Sad to see one of my favorite players retire but I am sure this has been something he has been thinking about for a while and I hope it turns out to be a positive change in his life. I don't think any of us realize what living in a gaming house for six years and eating, breathing, sleeping league 24/7 is like. I'm thankful for the commitment he has shown to TSM and the League community and am glad to have been able to watch him grow into the star of NA. He played with class and style and he will be sorely missed.

[@killiandodger1152]

I’m proud to see the king go out on top. 🍔 I shared Travis’s same thoughts in hoping that Bjerg will get to experience other things in life. Excited for when he finds that special someone or if he finds out it’s not for him. He’s grown so much. And he will continue to. GLHF, Soren, sincerely.

[@carlfredricksen573]

It’s sad for me because I feel like it foreshadows the eventual time when I will grow out of League and then eventually out of eSports. I don’t watch any other game competitively and I don’t see myself playing another game like I did with League. But then again when I was a kid I dreaded of the day I would have to move on from video games but I can still see myself playing games casually in the future.

[@TheCarbonCreed]

I must admit, as a CLG fan I've had a grudge against Bjergsen for 6 years. I've also viewed him as a rock in the League community for 6 years. Seeing him retire, especially after TSM bombed so hard at worlds really points to how transient and ephemeral this lifestyle is. It's made me consider so much about League pros, NFL pros, MLB pros, Olympians etc. I've never been able to follow the story of one paradigm-shifting athlete (first EU mid in NA, second EU import to NA, best mid in the region since he got there) from start to finish. I think you voiced really well how unusual the life experiences of League pros are, and they're unusual in the exact same way for a physical athlete. Giving up the standard "Finish high school, go to college, find a job" just because you have a love for a game. Bjergsen seems to have landed on his feet, becoming a coach, but I can't help but think about all the other League retirees and where they are now.

[@mee7er]

I think this is great news! Bjerg has had an awesome careers and did the region proud. Now he gets to move onto the next phase of his career. He’s going to make a great coach and will help cultivate new talents.

[@rodneyborg8159]

When I first started watching competitive league of legends I was 11 years old and Bjergsen just knocked on the front door of the TSM house in that announcement video. Now I’m almost halfway through my freshman year of college. Pretty insane he was so dominant for so long and I had the privilege of watching him play

[@luismanrique5540]

Thanks for the video Travis! It feels bad that he retired :(

[@the1andonlycorbin]

Wow, did not see this coming. Best of luck to him with coaching.

[@ShamuPvP]

Congrats on 200k

[@Greg-tj8rg]

I loved watching him. A true world class mid laner. I am eager to see what he can do in the coaching role going forward.

[@Kengen01]

I’m shocked, he had such a great season

[@430NaVi]

You hit it write Travis. Bjergsen retiring is radical in that it just goes to show how much time has past. I feel like it was only the other day when Bjergsen and TSM won IEM Katowice. Or when Bjerg won his first MVP. Or when Bjergsen faced off against Faker for the first time ever at MSI. When you think of Bjerg retiring, who knows who is going to retire next if someone like him retired? Doublelift comes to mind first but there’s also old guards like Xmithie, Aphromoo, Rekkles etc. As much as we say we want new talent to come in so we can advance our competitiveness, it also means we are nearing the times of watching our favourite players putting the mouse and keyboard down for the last time. Which means, we are all growing older and times are changing. Relating back to Bjergsen, it just goes to show how impactful his retirement is in the scene. I can’t imagine any other player whose retirement would shock as much as his is doing right now besides Doublelift and of course, Faker.

[@paulpierce1001]

This hits hard. My good buddy got me into LCS. He seen my interest in midlane and he was plat so he used to jg for me. He said "If you wanna play mid seriously, watch this guy named Bjergsen". That was the summer of 2015. My good buddy committed suicide a couple years ago and this actually made me cry. If it wasnt for Bjerg, I wouldnt have found LCS and if it wasnt for my buddy Jordan, I wouldnt have found Bjerg. I know its probably not huge to some people but this means so much to me. Bjergsen forever has a special place in my heart. May he be the best damn coach TSM has ever seen.

[@yikes1275]

Hearing this actually hurt a lot, bjerg has always been my favorite player and the thought of never seeing him play again makes me heartbroken everytime i think about it, the one man who deserved a worlds trophy never got it

[@jonnorth4299]

This adds a lot of context as to why BioFrost and DoubleLift came to TSM. Maybe they knew. Maybe it was a victory lap, to celebrate one last time together before he retired. If so, they have all my fucking respect.

[@XnoobsauceX]

When I saw the TSM had uploaded a vid I got excited with all the rosters moves beginning to rumor...... But damn when I saw the thumbnail I got really nervous.... Then boom... Like a ton of bricks.... Did not expect this with how good Bjerg has been playing.... But when he said he was going to be the head coach some hope returned.... Maybe this is what NA has been waiting for.... A true champion of NA turned coach.... Im excited now

[@gwenzeezee]

it was 7am when I heard the news on FB, then i checked youtube and there TSM uploaded a video of bjerg's announcement. I was crying my balls out especially when they showed a video montage. It was so nostalgic. I supported him for half of his career and he was the first ever player I knew of and he was the one who inspired me to watch and played league. It's very surreal to think about the time I first saw him play in the LCS, I was about 15-16 and now I'm 20 . Hearing this news, I looked back and realized that I've seen him grow as a player (3-4 years may not be that long but I wholeheartedly supported him). I will continue to support TSM but it's just not the same not having bjerg as the mid laner, for me.

[@AKAVolta-fi3zv]

Im sad but also excited to see Bjerg as a coach. Im 38 y/o and had the chance to see league growth among the years. Bjerg is such an important figure to the e-sport scene, to the game, to the fans in general. We can properly talk of league of legends before and after Bjergsen. He is the impersonation of what a mid laner should be, the one that even his "rivals" looked up to... It's the end of an era, and that makes us realize how much time has passed and how much the game has changed. A fair amount of that we owned to Bjerg. As i said earlier, im sad but also excited. Good luck to Bjerg he deserves it. HAIL TO THE KING! (Sorry for my poor english)

[@Erthos2sw]

This announcement hit me as hard as the Dyrus one. Thank you for everything, King.

[@430NaVi]

Bjergsen was my biggest inspiration. I remember griding the hell out of League in 2014/2015 because Bjergsen was so damn good, I wanted to be like him and play like him and watched all of his streams. Being coach isn’t the same :(

[@derekpiastrelli3213]

Bjergsen was the player who got me into league years ago. I was so saddened by this news, but I was also happy for him as a human. He is going to do great things as head coach. I have met him and you, Travis, multiple times at the LCS studio before covid and he always was so receptive of praise in such a humble way. It'll take so much from a player to even come close to replacing what Bjerg was to any league in league of legends. He will be missed on stage as a player, but if he wants, I would gladly accepted a Michael Jordan-esque return.

[@LifeAztec]

this makes me sad bjergsen my favorite league player i wont be able to see him compete never again :(

[@Frabjous1]

@Bobby Jonas he didn’t even say he cried lol

[@LifeAztec]

@Bobby Jonas you prob are crying to g2 losing KEKW

[@Robert-lu3wc]

I realized that Bjergsen is only 24 and that he has been competing in the league since 16. I started watching league in highschool also at 16, and I remember seeing him pop off in his debut split on the CopenHagen Wolves. I just turned 24 a couple days ago and it really is crazy to think about how much time has passed between my highschool days and now barely starting in my early adult career, but for Bjergsen he is closing a huge chapter in his life as a player and now moving to a coaching position. It has been a great ride following him and his growth not only as a player but also a person. I related to him as a kid at 17. I was extremely shy, inescure, softspoken, but greatly introspective and genuine. Maybe that's why I have such a bittersweet reaction to this news. I wish Bjergsen the best in his new chapter of life, it has been a great 7 years, from the ups and downs to the defeats and failures. I say it is bittersweet because I know how much winning means to players like Bjergsen and to retire on a low note after the 0-6 performance at worlds hurts a lot. That being said, Bjergsen is still in the scene as a coach, and I wish him success in his transition. Your legacy will be remembered Bjergsen.

[@lukasdvorak9645]

Bjergsen im from EU, but i love u whole team, i love tsm because of you, because of your amazing plays, im just sad bcs u didnt win worlds, but you can as coach, have a nice coach career and win some trophies, love u bro

[@fodonzor6847]

I'm chocked, I've looked up to Bjergsen for so long at this point. Never thought this day would come.

[@alexanderaugier1976]

Never expected this to hit me so hard. Im super emotional about this. On to be better things GOAT.

[@miggle6927]

This is so sad. I had the pleasure to meet him multiple times every time I visited America. Thank you Soren.

[@nyadam_uwu]

He was important to me as any persons favorite sports all-star. You'll be missed Bjerg, but I truly hope like Travis said that you'll now have extra time to make yourself as happy as possible. We all only want the best for you. -TSM fan 2013-forever

[@Sina-vq2jj]

I cry yesterday and today i cry again when i saw ur video wish i could convince him to change his mind and keep playing

[@angusgosling5260]

Legit hes the reason I started supporting tsm and following them as my lcs team gonna miss the burger king

[@Fatalzyntax]

I never thought he would retire at this point, I just thought he should be put with another team, one way or another.

[@mistercleantm5667]

He is a co-owner, so he would not be going anywhere

[@abdusshahid746]

Bjerg has a lot of info and knowledge to share for the future generations and he'll be amazing as a coach. There are few who can compare with his ingame knowledge, can't wait to see what it's gonna be like.

[@iluvpho4416]

As a huge TSM fan since season 2, this hit me harder than Dyrus’s retirement during season 5

[@BagelsandJewce]

That one was devastating. On worlds stage with those tears. I’m thankful Bjergsen didn’t do that to me or a live audience. But it still hurts the same.

[@Prim3z93]

idk mediocre midlaner in eu - star midlaner in NA but dyrus' retirement was on another level

[@alvydassidabras5638]

Started to play league and first match i saw was iconic TSM vs C9,(S5) i was like damn Who is this awesome player and so i started to root for TSM, didnt knew if they were good or not i didn't knew anything about league in general. I just kept watching TSM games till now. And it feels only Bjergsen kept me into watching LCS(all these late nights as EU fan just to support team) will all these roster changes every split. Was pleasure to watch him play.

[@TheVeggiepizza]

Been a TSM fan since mid/late season 2. This is just crazy to me..essentially the TSM that I have loved for basically my entire time watching league has been centered around Bjerg. What a legend.

[@Fatass1000kg]

it was a shock, but I'm also wondering if it's so much better for him and his legacy as a top tier player to retire at his high as opposed to try another year and maybe end up in the top three if not middle of the table (don't think he'd drop that far though); it cements his legacy as the player who was in conversation for the top 2 mids and NA and for many, won out on the conversation. he'll always be able to look back at it and see that he was the best at his end

[@esterh0000]

I feel the same way. I didn’t think it was real at first and now I’m way more emotionally affected than I thought I would be. He was the first pro player I ever watched on stream as a teenager and I’ve been rooting for TSM because of him ever since, even if I’m not as interested in league or the team as a whole anymore. I became a leblanc main because of him and he inspired me so much as a teenager and now it feels like an era has ended, like we’re all grown up now. I’m disappointed I won’t get to see him play professionally again and with the way he left, going 0-6 in worlds. Just makes me feel weird about how much time has really passed.

[@Nickoramia]

Absolutely surreal and out of no where. Looking back though, Bjerg and the TSM organization have given me so many incredible moments to watch. From the bottom of my heart, I cannot thank Bjerg enough for what he has done for us fans throughout the years

[@jimmyjinx01]

Bjergsen was the first pro player i looked up to, he was the reason I main mid, I would spend days watching him in lcs while I played league trying to mimic even 1/10th of what he could do. Bjergsen has always been a symbol to me in league. Hopefully he is able to bring the team to greater heights as a coach. We will all miss him.

[@ragnarlothbrok4827]

He won a couple banter trophies in NA and stunk up the international scene consistently. It’s pretty impressive.

[@MrDoit187]

This is good. Im a tsm fan and it was an incredible run. But it is really time for a change

[@Silverblood13]

Honestly I'm looking forward to the "Thank you Bjergsen" highlight reel from TSM

[@yaboyyates]

Yes. Doubt it will be enough tho.

[@Rejinx]

I will remember that crazy playoff. I am super sad.

[@feIps_]

It was very unexpected, but I think he seems certaing and focused, and we all know what focused Bjergsen is like, so I'm excited to see him as coach

[@420kyles]

I think Bjergsen will be one of the greatest coaches the league has ever seen. His insane work ethic and passion is not going to vanish anytime soon.

[@MikeS-pp3iy]

Time will tell. Not every great/decent player is able to step into the coach role and be amazing.

[@andycap1]

Travis, the link for alienware in the description is broken, not sure if it's your template that is broken or not but just wanted to let you know! Love the content.