 He was selected for the WCHL's first team all-star honors in 1973.In spite of only playing 2 full seasons of major junior hockey, Pesut was highly regarded by National Hockey League and World Hockey Association scouts.His defensive "rough and tumble" no nonsense style play was appealing to the pro teams at the time, along with his 6 foot plus frame, and his patented, smooth, "turn on a dime" skating ability.