Career
Petrecki played two seasons with the Omaha Lancers of the USHL before being selected 28th overall by the San Jose Sharks in the 2007 National Hockey League Entry Draft. Previous to his seasons with the lancers he played with the Civil Defense Selects of the EJHL. Petrecki also played youth hockey for Clifton Park Youth Hockey Association (Eagles) and Troy Albany Youth Hockey Association. During his time at British Columbia he became well known for his strong defense as well as his heavy hits.
He was known as the enforcer for British Columbia"s team, leading the Eagles in penalty minutes from 2007–2009.
He also notably received a game misconduct for headbutting a University of Maine player in a game at Conte Forum. On March 30, 2009 Petrecki signed an National Hockey League contract with the San Jose Sharks and was assigned to the Worcester Sharks (AHL).
During the 2013-2014 season, his fifth with the Worcester Sharks, Petrecki was reassigned on loan by San Jose to fellow AHL club, the Rochester Americans on March 12, 2014. On August 19, 2014, he opted to continue his career with the Amerks in signing as a free agent to a one-year AHL contract.
On December 28, 2015 at about 1:00 Department of Administration and Management, Elmira Police responded to an assault report in front of Brady’s Public on West Water Street, Elmira.
Elmira Police determined that 26 year old Nicholas G. Petrecki was involved in an altercation in front of the Barometer During the altercation, Petrecki struck the male victim in the head, causing physical injury to the victims face and eye. Petrecki was arrested and charged with Assault 3rd Degree, a class A misdemeanor.