Jimmy Mazza
PHOTOS: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Orlando Solar Bears -11/29/2024
ORLANDO, Fla. – The Jacksonville Icemen traveled down to the Kia Center on Friday to face the Orlando Solar Bears, who held their Underwear Toss night. Tied up at one apiece after 60 minutes of regulation time, Jacksonville prevailed with a 2-1 overtime win. Fans eagerly awaited Orlando’s first goal of the night so that […]
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ECHL Game Recap: Orlando Solar Bears vs Savannah Ghost Pirates | 11/26/2024
On November 26th, 2024, the Savannah Ghost Pirates faced off against the Orlando Solar Bears. These games are filled with intensity and physicality between the two rivals. First Period was even strength for scoring between both teams. At less than at minute into the game, at :52, Nathan Staios earned his first goal of the […]
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ECHL: South Division Weekly Recap | Week 6
As we dive into the latest action from the South Division, it’s clear that the competition is heating up. With thrilling matchups and standout performances, the standings are constantly shifting, reflecting the dynamic nature of the league and especially in the South Division. This week, we’ll take a closer look at how each team is […]
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ECHL: Orlando Solar Bears Announce 2024 Qualifying Offers
On Monday, the Orlando Solar Bears announced the players who received qualifying offers for the 2024-2025 season. Orlando made offers to four players; those four players are: Kelly Bent, Alex Frye, Jesse Jacques, and Jimmy Mazza. Last season, Bent played 28 games with the Solar Bears after being traded from Wichita on February 10, 2024. […]
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ECHL: Orlando Solar Bears Announce 2024 Season-Ending Roster
The season-ending rosters will include up to 20 players and can’t include anybody who didn’t sign an ECHL Contract in the 23-24 season. The Orlando Solar Bears announced that 12 forwards, six defensemen, and two goalies made the roster. FORWARDS: Darik Angeli, Kelly Bent, Tyler Bird, Alexandre Fortin, Alex Frye, Jesse Jacques, Spencer Kersten, Brayden […]
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ECHL: Solar Bears Announce Protected List
Earlier this week, the Orlando Solar Bears announced their protected list for the 2024-2025 season, which consists of 24 players from last season; it includes 15 forwards, seven defensemen, and two goaltenders. The following list does not include the players on AHL/NHL contracts. Per the ECHL Website: Teams are allowed to protect as many players […]
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ECHL Playoff Recap: Florida Everblades vs. Orlando Solar Bears Game 3 | 05/07/2024
FIRST PERIOD: Game three was almost a must-win for the Orlando Solar Bears, who entered the night being down 2-0 in the series, being outplayed in both games. The Solar Bears came out with the first chances of the game, something that hasn’t happened a lot in these playoffs for Orlando. Once again, it was […]
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ECHL Playoffs: Florida Everblades vs. Orlando Solar Bears Game 2 | 05/04/2024
Estero, Fla.- The Orlando Solar Bears looked to bounce back from a lackluster performance against the Florida Everblades on Friday night. The home-team Everblades won game one, beating Evan Fitzpatrick five times to win 5-1. The Solar Bears seemed sluggish and a step behind all night. At the same time, the Everblades carried the energy and […]
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ECHL Playoffs: Florida Everblades vs. Orlando Solar Bears Game 1 | 05/03/2024
Estero, Fla.- The Florida Everblades hosted the Orlando Solar Bears for game one of the second round of the playoffs at Hertz Arena on Friday night. Both teams had extended series in round one, with the Solar Bears beating the division-winning Greenville Swamp Rabbits four to two and the Everblades needing seven games and three consecutive […]
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