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Team & personnel
People connected to the team
The Bloomington Bison are Bloomington, Illinois’ professional hockey team competing in the ECHL and serving as the NHL affiliate of the New York Rangers with the Hartford Wolf Pack as the AHL affiliate. Debuting in 2024, the Bison quickly built a loyal following with a 72-game inaugural season that drew strong crowds at Grossinger Motors Arena. As a growing organization, the Bison offer a family-friendly, fast-paced hockey experience with promotions and events designed to engage fans of all ages. We’ve got you covered for tickets, schedules, and the latest team news to help you secure your seats and enjoy game nights in Bloomington.
Game-day experience
What surrounds the action
Kept up by trusted local experts, this page provides a detailed biography, a highlights reel from the discography of the team’s presence (including notable promotions and community initiatives), and up-to-date tour and game information for the 2025–26 season. Navigate promotions like Teddy Bear Toss Night, New York Rangers Night, Education Day, and Women in Sports Night, as well as marquee games at Grossinger Motors Arena and select away dates.
Team & personnel
People connected to the team
For more information on Bloomington Bison stories, player rosters, and official social channels, follow the team’s growth through their official pages. We’ve included direct social links with secure access so you can stay connected and grab tickets as soon as they become available. If you’re planning a game night, remember: dates, matchups, and promotions are subject to change, so keep an eye on the schedule for the latest updates.
The essentials
Quick Facts About Bloomington Bison
- Location: Bloomington, Illinois
- League/Affiliations: ECHL; NHL affiliate of the New York Rangers; AHL affiliate Hartford Wolf Pack
- Home arena: Grossinger Motors Arena
- Inaugural season and growth: Founded in 2024; played 2024-25 season with 72 games; attendance reported around 100,699 for that season
- 2025-26 schedule highlights: Opening Night Oct 18, 2025 vs Iowa Heartlanders at Grossinger Motors Arena; Nov 1, 2025 away at Cincinnati Cyclones (Heritage Bank Center); Jan 23, 2026 home vs Cincinnati Cyclones; Education Day Mar 10, 2026 vs Indy Fuel; Maine Mariners game on Feb 20, 2026; New York Rangers Night on Feb 21, 2026; Faith/Nights and other promos are planned
- Promotions: Teddy Bear Toss Night, Taylor Swift Night – Kelly’s Version, New York Rangers Night, Women in Sports Night, Education Day, etc.
Team and competition background
The Bloomington Bison are a professional hockey team based in Bloomington, IL, playing in the ECHL. The Bloomington Bison are an expansion team that began play in the 2024-25 season. The Bloomington Bison are an affiliate of the NHL's New York Rangers and the AHL's Hartford Wolf Pack. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]
Notable people
The Bloomington Bison roster includes goaltender Markus Røhnebæk Stensrud, born in 2004 in Hamar, Norway, standing 5'11" and weighing 174 lbs. Defenseman Brenden Datema, born in 1999 in Sterling Heights, MI, USA, stands 6'5" and weighs 220 lbs. Defenseman Yu Chan Kong, born in 2004, stands 6'2" and weighs 187 lbs. Defenseman Seung Jae Lee, born in 2003, stands 6'1" and weighs 176 lbs. Defenseman Nikita Sedov, born in 2001 in Nizhnevartovsk, Russia, stands 6'1" and weighs 187 lbs. Defenseman Rinat Valiyev, born in 1995 in Nizhnekamsk, Russia, stands 6'1" and weighs 187 lbs. [6]
What attending is like
The Bloomington Bison offer family-oriented entertainment and community events, such as the Ball Hockey Mania Tournament. [4]
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