 Billington's return to the Bulls provided a boost in the post-season, as in 20 games, Billington posted a GAA of 3.60, leading Belleville to the J. Ross Robertson Cup finals.In the final round, the Bulls lost four games to two to the Guelph Platers.Billington was drafted by the New Jersey Devils in the second round, 23rd overall at the 1984 NHL Entry Draft held at the Montreal Forum in Montreal, Quebec.