Kelly Bent

ECHL Announces Fines and Suspensions | 01/22/2025

The ECHL Department of Player Safety announced these fines and suspensions on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, following the matchup between the Atlanta Gladiators and the Orlando Solar Bears on Monday, January 20th. The players impacted are Brenden Datema of the Atlanta Gladiators and Kelly Bent of the Orlando Solar Bears. Brenden Datema Defenseman Brenden Datema of […]

ECHL: Fines and Suspensions | 12/29/2024

The ECHL Department of Player Safety had announced the fines and suspensions listed below for several players due to their actions in recent games. Kelly Bent (Orlando) Kelly Bent from Orlando received a fine for an undisclosed amount for his actions in the game with Florida on December 28. This fine was issued under Rule […]

PHOTOS: Orlando Solar Bears vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates – 12/21/2024

SAVANNAH, Ga. — The Orlando Solar Bears took a short, one-game trip to Savannah, Georgia at Enmarket Arena on Saturday night where they took on the Savannah Ghost Pirates. The matchup between the two teams was filled with pandemonium, plenty of goals, and suspenseful moments that had everyone on their seats, with Orlando taking a […]

ECHL: South Division Recap | Week 10

As we review Week 10 of the ECHL season, the South Division continues to showcase intense competition and standout performances. The Florida Everblades maintain their lead in the division, while the South Carolina Stingrays and Jacksonville Icemen are close behind. This week saw a mix of victories and setbacks for some teams, with notable individual […]

ECHL Weekend Recap: Savannah Ghost Pirates | 12/21-12/22/2024

ECHL Weekend Recap: Orlando Solar Bears and Jacksonville Icemen vs. Atlanta Gladiators | 12/20-12/21/2024

Coming into the weekend with a four-game win streak, the Atlanta Gladiators showcased their offensive efficiency and strong defensive play, highlighted in their recent 4-1 win over Savannah. Key players like Cody Sylvester and Eric Neiley once again delivered standout performances, while goaltender Ethan Haider’s solid presence in the net was crucial. On the other […]

ECHL: South Division Recap | Week 9

Welcome to the ECHL South Division Week 9 Recap! This week has been packed with thrilling action and standout performances. We’ll dive into the latest standings, key team news, and notable player achievements. From the Florida Everblades’ defensive dominance to the South Carolina Stingrays’ impressive special teams, there’s plenty to cover. Let’s get started with […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]