Moreland signed with the Falcons on November 27, 2007, and appeared in 39 games last season, posting a 22-11-4 record, and a 2.64 goals-against average, which was tied for 11th among ECHL goaltenders. He was selected as the team's Most Valuable Player last season in a vote of teammates and coaches, while also earning ECHL Goaltender of the Week honors for the week ending January 13, and the ECHL Goaltender of the Month award for January.

"This is a major hole to fill this late in the off-season, and it's hard to replace a goalie of Jake's caliber, but we are working hard to do so," Falcons head coach and general manager Matt Thomas said. "Chicago has been great in helping us, and we look forward to having a top-notch goalie signed soon."

In his five-year professional career, Moreland went 74-45-20 with a 2.64 goals-against average and a .919 save percentage. In addition to his time with the Falcons, Moreland also suited up with Atlantic City and Stockton in the ECHL, Rockford in the United Hockey League, and with Worcester and Milwaukee in the American Hockey League.

"This was a tough decision for myself and my family, but I had an opportunity present itself which I could not pass up," Moreland said. "The fans in Fresno were great last season, and the team that Matt and Ryan are putting together looks like it will be even stronger than last year. I wish the Falcons the best of luck during the upcoming season."