We have Pike in the very SW corner of NE just north of me and they do very well in 3 of the lakes there, one has pure strain Muskie and they've done well for 25+ years now.
I will add the TM is more likely to be successful due to being a hybrid. Just like Saugeye, they tolerate much lower water quality and higher temps than either parent. The aggressive nature of a hybrid would work in your favor as well I think.

Last edited by Snipe; 07/17/19 10:13 PM.