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Red Wings Prospects Focus: Goalies in the System

By Chris Giles

BIEL, SWITZERLAND - MAY 01: Goalie Joren van Pottelberghe #36 of Switzerland looks on during the Ice Hockey International Friendly game between Switzerland and Russia at Tissot-Arena on May 1, 2021 in Biel, Switzerland. (Photo by RvS.Media/Robert Hradil/Getty Images)
BIEL, SWITZERLAND - MAY 01: Goalie Joren van Pottelberghe #36 of Switzerland looks on during the Ice Hockey International Friendly game between Switzerland and Russia at Tissot-Arena on May 1, 2021 in Biel, Switzerland. (Photo by RvS.Media/Robert Hradil/Getty Images) /
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Sebastian Cossa

Sebastian Cossa was selected by the Red Wings in the 1st round, 15th overall in the 2021 draft.  Now 19, Cossa will likely turn professional next year with the hope of pushing for the backup job in either Detroit or Grand Rapids (AHL).

According to nhl.com, Cossa signed his three-year entry-level contract with Detroit in August.  The contract will kick in once Cossa turns professional.  According to capfriendly.com, Cossa will be paid $80,000 to play in the minors and $925,000 to play in the NHL.

Cossa is now in his 3rd season playing for Edmonton (WHL).  While playing for the Oil Kings, Cossa has played 73 games and has a record of 53-10-7, a 2.07 GAA, and a .927 SV%.

This year, Cossa has played 21 games for Edmonton and he has posted a record of 15-3-3, with a 2.26 GAA, and a .924 SV%.  He is currently representing Canada at the WJC-20 in his hometown of Edmonton, AB.  Expect Cossa to start the tournament as the #1 goaltender for Canada.  The tournament begins on Sunday December 26 with Canada taking on Czech Republic.

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