Mike Lee (ice hockey, born 1996)

Michael Lee is an American ice hockey defenseman currently playing for the Indy Fuel. He was an All-American for Sacred Heart.

Playing career
After graduating from high school, Lee joined the Penticton Vees and helped the club win both the league championship and the Western Canada Cup in 2015. He was able to earn a college scholarship to Vermont on the back of his stellar season. With the Catamounts, however, Lee couldn't find his offensive game. Mid-way through his sophomore year, Lee left Vermont and transferred to Sacred Heart, closer to his hometown.

Lee debuted for the Pioneers in 2018 and saw a tremendous increase to his production. His arrival in Bridgeport coincided with Sacred Heart winning 16 games and posting its best season in nine years. Lee performed even better in his senior season and was named an All-American as well as the best defenseman in Atlantic Hockey. The Pioneers finished the regular season with 21 wins, tying the program record. Before they could attempt to set a new benchmark, however, the Atlantic Hockey Tournament was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

With his college career finished, Lee was able to sign a one-year contract with the Indy Fuel. While the season was shortened as a result of the pandemic, Lee played well and finished second on the team in terms of defensive points. Entering the 2021 season, Lee returned with a second one-year deal.