Michael Teslak

Michael-Lee Teslak (born December 2, 1985) is a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender who plays for the Elmira Jackals of the ECHL.

Playing career

Teslak started his career by playing Junior hockey for the Alberni Valley Bulldogs of the BCHL in 2003–04 going 8-11 with a 4.05 goals against average and .884 save percentage. Michael-Lee then spent the 2004–05 season with the Prince George Spruce Kings where he posted a 21-9 record with .931 save percentage and 2.47 goals against average. He was picked up by the Surrey Eagles for the playoffs and led them to the BCHL championship, and he earned the Coaches Choice Award for the 2004–05 season.

Following the 2004–05 season in the BCHL, Michael-Lee Teslak played college hockey for the Michigan Tech Huskies where he now ranks third all-time in career goals against average and save percentage.

After his Junior year of college, Teslak decided to leave early signing a contract with the Philadelphia Flyers of the NHL which kicks in July 1, 2008. Meanwhile, Teslak is playing for their AHL affiliate the Philadelphia Phantoms. Since slipping in the AHL, Teslak has now been moved down to the Elmira Jackals in the ECHL.

Teslak recorded his first career professional win against Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins on April 5, 2008.1

Awards

• 2004–05: BCHL Coaches Choice
• 2005–07: All-WCHA Third-Team

Career statistics

Regular season

Playoffs

External links

• Michigan Tech Bio
• NHL Contract Signed