One of the MLR's founding members, the Colorado Raptors, have informed both the league and fans that they will be withdrawing from the competition, effective immediately. 

It's a sad day for the MLR, which will be losing one of the best fan bases and venues in the country, but there will surely be no shortage of suitors to step up and take the Raptors' place. 

Here is the Raptors' official statement to fans regarding the situation: