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ECHL: Trois-Rivieres Lions Acquire Andrew Coxhead From Orlando Solar Bears

The Trois-Rivieres Lions have acquired forward Andrew Coxhead from the Orlando Solar Bears in exchange for future considerations. This was the only move Trois-Rivieres would make on deadline day and the second trade they’ve made all season. Coxhead, 24, joins his third team in his rookie year after beginning the season with the Kansas City […]

ECHL South Division Recap | Week 22

This upcoming week in the South Division is shaping up to be a pivotal stretch as teams battle for every point heading into the final push for the playoffs. After a week marked by hard-fought wins and tough losses—from South Carolina’s dominant run to mixed results for Florida and Jacksonville—the spotlight now turns to those […]

ECHL: Ryan Fanti Named Goaltender of the Week (March 10-16)

For the second time this season, Ryan Fanti of the Orlando Solar Bears has been named the Warrior Hockey ECHL Goaltender of the Week for his stellar performances from March 10-16. The 25-year-old goaltender was dominant in net, posting a 2-0-0 record with a 0.95 goals-against average (GAA) and an impressive .967 save percentage (SV%) […]

PHOTOS: Savannah Ghost Pirates vs. Orlando Solar Bears – 03/16/2025

ORLANDO, Fla. – Sunday afternoon, the Orlando Solar Bears took on the visiting Savannah Ghost Pirates for their Hockey Fights Cancer game. Orlando walked away with an overtime shoot out win with a score of 2-1. After the game retired figure skater and Olympic gold medalist, Scott Hamilton along with local figure skating clubs put on a figure […]

PHOTOS: Florida Everblades vs. Orlando Solar Bears – 03/15/2025

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando Solar Bears took it back to the 90s on Saturday for their Throwback Night against the visiting Florida Everblades at the Kia Center. The players also wore specialty retro themed jerseys. Orlando started off the match strong scoring the first goal on their first shot on goal, but the Everblades […]

PHOTOS: Orlando Solar Bears vs. Jacksonville Icemen – 03/14/2025

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Friday was Wizard Night for the Jacksonville Icemen, who faced the visiting Orlando Solar Bears. The magic wasn’t on the side of Jacksonville, who lost 4-1 to Orlando, ending their 13-game point streak. Orlando netminder Ryan Fanti stopped 34 of 35 shots to earn himself the #1 star of the game. Orlando […]

ECHL South Division Recap | Week 21

Last week, the South Division has delivered its fair share of drama, determination, and pivotal moments that could shape the course of the season. With several teams locked in tight battles for position and key head-to-head matchups on the horizon, every game counts. From Florida’s steady reign at the top to Greenville’s uphill battle at […]

ECHL South Division Recap | Week 20

The South Division is heating up in the ECHL as every shift brings hard-fought battles and relentless determination. Recent matchups have shifted the standings, and while the Florida Everblades continue to lead with 81 points, the South Carolina Stingrays have surged to 77 points—proving that every point counts. Below is an updated recap of the […]

PHOTOS: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Orlando Solar Bears – 02/26/2025

ORLANDO, Fla. – Wednesday evening, the Orlando Solar Bears took on the visiting Jacksonville Icemen. The Icemen Started off strong with a 3-0 lead in the first period with the Solar Bears rallying in the second and third period to tie it up 4-4 to send it to overtime. Orlando took a 5-4 OT win, […]

ECHL: Cincinnati Cyclones Goaltender Traded to Orlando for Future Considerations

Earlier this evening, it was announced that Cincinnati Cyclones netminder Jon Gillies was traded to the Orlando Solar Bears in exchange for future considerations. Gillies was signed by the Cyclones on October 10, after being released from the Toronto Marlies during the pre-season. The former NHL player appeared in 12 games for Cincinnati this season, […]