However, the 24-year-old forward is looking to change that, and so far, he has done just that. In a strong showing this preseason, Pitlick has proven himself capable of taking on NHL minutes. Through multiple games, Pitlick has put up strong shot numbers, backchecking ability nad two goals to boot.
This is his sixth straight year going for a roster spot, and it looks like this time around might be the time he actually stays on the NHL roster. He’s competing with Anton Slepyshev to take the place of an injured Matt Hendricks, and so far, he’s leading in that battle.