Undrafted, Gale originally played in the British Columbia Hockey League with the Nanaimo Clippers and at a collegiate level with St.
As an offensively skilled forward, Gale tallied 14 points in 14 games with Copenhagen during the 2011–12 season, before transferring to Sweden on October 28, with Asplöven HC of Division 1.
Gale returned to North America the following the completion of his season in Sweden and signed a one-year contract with the inaugural Denver Cutthroats of the CHL.
His signing on August 8, 2012 marked a reunion alongside former Wichita Thunder team and line mate Troy Schwab.
On February 20, 2013, Gale was called up to play four games with the American Hockey League affiliate, the Lake Erie Monsters.