The Jacksonville Icemen announced this week that goaltender Michael Bullion has agreed to a new contract, securing his services for the 2026‑27 ECHL season. The deal marks the sixth year Bullion will spend with the franchise, underscoring the team’s confidence in the veteran net‑minder.
A proven presence between the pipes
During the previous campaign Bullion appeared in 26 games for Jacksonville, posting a 2.90 goals‑against average and a .904 save percentage while recording one shutout. Those numbers reflect a consistency that has become his hallmark across multiple teams.
Bullion’s résumé extends beyond the Icemen. Over recent seasons he has logged time with ECHL affiliates Worcester, Savannah and Norfolk, accumulating a wealth of experience in high‑pressure situations and helping each club stabilize its defensive core.
In the 2023‑24 campaign he appeared in two AHL games for the Henderson Silver Knights, posting a 1‑1‑0 record and a 1.53 GAA. The stint in the American Hockey League demonstrated his ability to adapt to a faster pace and contributed to the Knights’ depth during a congested schedule.
Born in Anchorage, Alaska, Bullion honed his craft at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, where he played from 2018 to 2021 before the program rebranded as Ontario Tech University for the 2021‑22 season. His junior years were spent in the Western Hockey League with the Portland Winterhawks and the Medicine Hat Tigers, where he developed a reputation for composure and rebound control.
Now back in Jacksonville, Bullion will look to build on his solid 2.90 goals‑against average and .904 save percentage from the previous season. His familiarity with the Icemen’s system and his proven ability to handle a heavy workload make him a key piece as the club aims to contend for a playoff berth.