The Pensacola Ice Flyers announced the signing of forward Tanner Schachle for the 2026-27 season, reuniting him with his brother, Porter, on the roster. Schachle is a 6-foot-4, 218-pound left winger who has spent the past four seasons competing in the ECHL. The upcoming season will be his first with the Pensacola Ice Flyers.
Schachle has appeared in 163 career ECHL games, recording 43 points on 14 goals and 29 assists. The Wasilla, Alaska, native also brings experience from the Rapid City Rush, Norfolk Admirals, Orlando Solar Bears, Worcester Railers and Bloomington Bison. He was selected to participate in the 2023 ECHL All-Star Game.
“We’re really excited to add Tanner to our group.,” said Head Coach Jeremy Gates. “He’s a big, experienced forward who has spent several years playing in the ECHL, and he brings a combination of size, strength, and competitiveness that we value. Tanner understands what it takes to compete every night. We believe his experience and physical presence will be important for us, and we’re looking forward to seeing him bring that to Pensacola.”
Schachle brings junior and college experience
Schachle began his junior career with the Kenai River Brown Bears before joining the Fairbanks Ice Dogs. He recorded 82 points on 41 goals and 41 assists in 166 NAHL games. His junior career added to the development of a forward who has continued to combine scoring ability with a physical style.
He later played at the University of Alaska Anchorage and Long Island University. Schachle recorded 21 points on nine goals and 12 assists in 74 NCAA Division I games. He also accumulated 153 penalty minutes during his college career.
Schachle split 2025-26 season between Worcester and Bloomington
Schachle split the 2025-26 season between the Worcester Railers and Bloomington Bison. He appeared in 17 ECHL games and recorded two assists. The move to Pensacola gives him a new team after four seasons of ECHL competition.
The signing also establishes a family connection on the Pensacola Ice Flyers roster. Schachle said he is looking forward to getting to Pensacola, meeting his teammates and working alongside Porter. “I’m excited for the opportunity to join the Ice Flyers,” said Schachle. “I’m looking forward to getting to Pensacola, meeting my teammates, and getting to work alongside my bother, Porter.”
FSB Take
The Pensacola Ice Flyers are adding a 6-foot-4 forward with 163 ECHL games, a 2023 ECHL All-Star Game selection and experience across five professional organizations. Schachle’s arrival also reunites him with Porter for the 2026-27 season. His first season with the Ice Flyers will put his size, experience and physical style into a new Pensacola forward group.
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