Steve Yzerman discusses future of Red Wings prospect Michal Postava
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 8:41 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Detroit Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman praised goaltender Michal Postava's performance during his first season with the organization. After the trade of Sebastian Cossa to the Utah Mammoth, the Red Wings see Postava potentially taking on a full-time role next season. Postava finished his regular season with a 17-6 record, a 1.71 goals-against average, and a.937 save percentage. While Yzerman is impressed with Postava, he acknowledged it was just his first year in North America and mentioned exploring options in free agency for a backup goaltender. Postava is under contract for one more season at a $975,000 cap hit.
- •Steve Yzerman praises Michal Postava after his first season with the Red Wings.
- •Postava had a 17-6 record and strong playoff performances.
- •Sebastian Cossa traded to Utah Mammoth, Red Wings retain Postava.
- •Yzerman considers free agency options for the backup goaltending role.
- •Postava has one season remaining on his contract at $975,000.
- 8:41 PMYahoo Sports — "Very Impressed": Steve Yzerman Looks Ahead To Michal Postava's Future
"Detroit Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman spoke glowingly about prospect goaltender Michal Postava's first season with the organization on Saturday.
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