Tom Pyatt is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who has played in the National Hockey League (NHL) and various European leagues. Pyatt began his hockey career in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the Saginaw Spirit and later played for the Gatineau Olympiques. In 2005, he was drafted by the New York Rangers in the fourth round of the NHL Entry Draft.
Pyatt made his NHL debut with the Rangers in 2009, but he spent most of his time in the American Hockey League (AHL) with the Hartford Wolf Pack. In 2011, Pyatt was traded to the Montreal Canadiens, where he played for two seasons. He then signed with the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2012 and played for them for three seasons.
After his time in the NHL, Pyatt played in various European leagues. He played for Genève-Servette HC in Switzerland, where he won the Swiss Cup in 2015. He also played for Jokerit in Finland and HC Ambrì-Piotta in Switzerland.
Pyatt returned to the NHL in 2017, signing a one-year contract with the Ottawa Senators. He played for the Senators for two seasons before returning to Europe to play for Genève-Servette HC once again.
Throughout his career, Pyatt was known for his defensive skills and penalty-killing abilities. He was also a reliable player who could play in various positions, including center and wing.
Off the ice, Pyatt was known for his work ethic and professionalism. He was a respected teammate and a leader in the locker room. Pyatt was also involved in various charitable organizations, including the Ottawa Senators Foundation and the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario.
In 2019, Pyatt announced his retirement from professional hockey. He finished his career with 140 points in 445 NHL games and 116 points in 238 games in various European leagues. Pyatt's hockey career spanned over a decade and took him to various parts of the world, but he will always be remembered for his hard work and dedication to the sport.
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