Bear Bites | Week of February 23

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ORLANDO, Fla. - The Solar Bears have dropped five straight headed into a two-game set against their in-state rival, Florida Everblades.

Mallard Systems is proud to join the Orlando Solar Bears as an official partner this season. From high-traffic resorts and healthcare campuses to apartment communities and corporate buildings, Mallard delivers powerful exterior cleaning that keeps Orlando looking its best. Trusted by some of the region’s largest commercial properties, Mallard is known for precision, planning, and an unmatched ability to make every surface shine.

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Wear your Solar Bears swag to Acai Republic (Altamonte Springs and Ocoee locations) on home or road game days and receive 50% off your order. (In-Store orders only)

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Get Your Sunday Funday Tickets Here!

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Get Ticket Package Here!

AT A GLANCE:
2025-26 REGULAR SEASON RECORD: 20-27-4-1 (.433)
LAST WEEK'S RECORD: 0-2-0-0

2025-26 REGULAR SEASON LEADERS:
TOP SCORER: Reece Newkirk - 51 points
MOST GOALS: Two Players – 19 goals
MOST ASSISTS: Reece Newkirk– 32 assists
PIM LEADER: Reece Newkirk – 78 PIM
PLUS-MINUS LEADER: Ethan Szmagaj - +5

LAST WEEK'S GAMES:
Saturday, February 21 vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates (1-4 L)
Video Highlights | Box Score
Will Riedell scored a goal and an assist and Josh Lopina recorded two assists in the Ghost Pirates 4-1 decision Saturday night in Orlando. Vinny Purpura made 30 saves for Savannah. Ethan Szmagaj scored his first professional goal for the Solar Bears in the defeat.

Sunday, February 22 vs. Florida Everblades (1-6 L)
Video Highlights | Box Score
The Solar Bears trailed the entire way Sunday, Tarun Fizer scored twice for the Everblades. His 2nd period goal was the eventual game-winner. Cam Johnson made 22 saves for the Everblades. Tyler Bird scored the lone goal for the Solar Bears in the loss.

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