Goalie Sebastian Cossa Recalled by Detroit Red Wings

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

The Detroit Red Wings have recalled top goaltending prospect Sebastian Cossa from their AHL affiliate, the Grand Rapids Griffins. The move comes after starting goaltender John Gibson left the team's previous game against the Nashville Predators with an upper-body injury. Cossa, a 2021 first-round draft pick, has been stellar in the AHL this season and will now get a chance to make his mark at the NHL level.

Why it matters

Cossa's call-up is significant for the Red Wings, as he is considered the organization's goaltender of the future. His performance in the NHL could determine how quickly he takes over the starting job from the veteran Gibson, who has struggled with injuries in recent seasons.

The details

Cossa, 23, has posted a 24-4-3 record with a 1.99 goals-against average and a .927 save percentage in 31 games with the Griffins this season. He was named the AHL Goaltender of the Month for both November and December 2025 and represented the Griffins at the 2026 AHL All-Star Classic. Cossa has appeared in one NHL game, coming in relief on Dec. 9, 2024, in a game against the Buffalo Sabres, which he won in a shootout.

• On March 2, starting goaltender John Gibson left the game against the Nashville Predators with an upper-body injury.
• The Red Wings were off on March 3 as they evaluated Gibson's injury.
• Cossa was recalled on the morning of March 4, two days after Gibson's injury.

What’s next

The Red Wings play against the Vegas Golden Knights on the evening of March 4. It remains to be seen if Cossa will make his NHL debut in that game or if Talbot will continue to start in Gibson's absence.