Alright, alright as stated by Merriam-Webster….
muskellunge
Main Entry: mus·kel·lunge
Pronunciation: ‘m&s-k&-“l&nj
Function: noun
Inflected Form(s): plural muskellunge
Etymology: alteration of Canadian French maskinongé, from Ojibwa ma.skino.se.
: a large North American pike (Esox masquinongy) that has dark markings, may weigh over 60 pounds (27 kilograms), and is a valuable sport fish
So a Musky, Muskie, Muskellunge IS a pike, if that makes you feel better