Red Wings Recall Goalie Michal Postava Amid Uncertainty Over John Gibson's Injury

Gibson was hurt in Friday's win over the Flyers, leading to Cam Talbot taking over in net.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 3:39pm

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The Detroit Red Wings have recalled goaltender Michal Postava from their AHL affiliate in Grand Rapids under emergency conditions, as the team remains uncertain about the status of starting goalie John Gibson, who was injured early in the second period of Friday's victory over the Philadelphia Flyers.

Why it matters

Gibson has been a key part of the Red Wings' success this season, with a 28-20-4 record, 2.63 goals-against average, and .904 save percentage. His play since Thanksgiving has been crucial to the team's playoff push, as they currently trail the Ottawa Senators by three points with three games remaining.

The details

Gibson was replaced by Cam Talbot after being injured when he was run over by Flyers forward Owen Tippett. Coach Todd McLellan said Gibson felt stiffness and was unable to finish the game. The Red Wings are expected to provide an update on Gibson's status after Friday's practice.

  • Gibson was injured early in the second period of Friday's game against the Philadelphia Flyers.
  • The Red Wings recalled Michal Postava from Grand Rapids on Friday morning.

The players

John Gibson

The Red Wings' starting goaltender, who has a 28-20-4 record, 2.63 goals-against average, and .904 save percentage this season.

Cam Talbot

The Red Wings' backup goaltender, who replaced Gibson after he was injured in Friday's game against the Flyers.

Michal Postava

The goaltender recalled from the Red Wings' AHL affiliate in Grand Rapids under emergency conditions.

Owen Tippett

The Philadelphia Flyers forward who collided with Gibson, leading to the Red Wings goaltender's injury.

Todd McLellan

The head coach of the Detroit Red Wings.

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What they’re saying

“Gibson felt stiffness and being run over by Flyers forward Owen Tippett, and was unable to finish the game.”

— Todd McLellan, Head Coach, Detroit Red Wings

What’s next

The Red Wings are expected to provide an update on John Gibson's status after Friday's practice.

The takeaway

The Red Wings' playoff hopes hinge heavily on the health of starting goaltender John Gibson, who has been a key contributor to the team's success this season. The emergency recall of Michal Postava underscores the importance of Gibson's availability for the team's final three games as they try to catch the Ottawa Senators in the standings.