A Familiar Face Returns to Jacksonville
The Jacksonville Icemen announced the re‑signing of goaltender Michael Bullion for the 2026‑27 ECHL season, cementing a key piece of their defensive lineup heading into the next campaign.
Bullion spent the previous season in Jacksonville, appearing in 26 games and posting a 2.90 goals‑against average with a .904 save percentage, including one shutout. His performance helped stabilize a roster that was looking to build consistency after a transitional year.
The Icemen’s management praised Bullion’s reliability and his ability to mentor younger net‑minders, noting that his experience will be vital as the team aims to compete for a playoff spot in the upcoming season.
A Journey Through Multiple Teams
Before his stint in Jacksonville, Bullion honed his craft with several ECHL clubs, including Worcester, Savannah and Norfolk, where he developed a reputation for steady play and adaptability.
He also earned two AHL appearances with the Henderson Silver Knights during the 2023‑24 season, recording a 1‑1‑0 record, a 1.53 goals‑against average and a .947 save percentage, underscoring his readiness for higher‑level competition.
Bullion’s professional trajectory began in the Western Hockey League, where he played for the Portland Winterhawks and the Medicine Hat Tigers from 2014 to 2018, laying the groundwork for his later success.
From College Roots to the Pro Ranks
The goaltender’s collegiate years were spent at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, now known as Ontario Tech University, where he contributed between 2018 and 2022. His development there was complemented by a stint at Ontario Tech University during the 2021‑22 season, preparing him for the rigors of professional hockey.
Born in Anchorage, Alaska, Bullion’s early exposure to competitive hockey shaped his resilient style, a trait that has carried through every level of his career and now positions him as a cornerstone for the Icemen’s defensive future.