Michael Pityk

Michael Pityk is an analyst who has written for numerous sites since beginning his professional career. He’s acted as a credentialed member of the media for the Philadelphia Phillies, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Pirates and the Pittsburgh Penguins. His work has been featured in Sports Illustrated, The Sports Journal, MSN, PensLabyrinth, Montreal Hockey Talk, ESPN Pittsburgh, The Hockey Writers, Todays SlapShot and The Bleacher Report. He formerly was the editor of Pens Labyrinth and an analyst for The Sports Journal. Michael presently acts as an NHL Analyst for The Hockey Writers

Pittsburgh Penguins Can’t Escape Injury Bug

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It seems like every year the Pittsburgh Penguins are plagued by injures. They’ve tried everything from switching training staff, to bringing in new players and re-evaluating their medical staff. However,…

Flyers Season Rests in Steve Mason’s Hands

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Yesterday, the Philadelphia Flyers announced a big move, they just recalled AHL All-Star goaltender Anthony Stolarz from the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. This move was in response to the confirmed injury diagnosis…

Philadelphia Flyers Playoff Outlook

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Through 44 games, the Philadelphia Flyers boast a record of 20-16-8 and are currently tied for sixth in the Metropolitan division with 48 points. They’re just behind the New Jersey…

Phil Kessel: A Slumping Star

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A few short months ago, the city of Pittsburgh erupted when General manager Jim Rutherford announced he had traded for the goal scoring wing Phil Kessel. Not only because Sidney…

Pittsburgh Penguins Playoff Outlook

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Through 45 games, the Pittsburgh Penguins boast a record of 21-17-7 and are currently tied for fourth in the Metropolitan division with 49 points. They’re currently tied with the New…