Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman is actively scouting a veteran goaltender to serve as a backup for Michal Postava, the 24‑year‑old Czech who turned heads in the American Hockey League.
Yzerman has made it clear that he wants a player who can not only provide depth at the NHL level but also mentor the organization’s younger prospects and be comfortable spending time in the AHL when called upon.
The search has narrowed to two names that fit that profile: Eric Comrie, a 30‑year‑old Canadian who has alternated between the NHL and the minors for several seasons, and Pheonix Copley, a veteran American net‑minder with a proven track record of reliability.
Postava’s AHL Numbers
Postava posted a 1.71 goals‑against average and a .937 save percentage across 25 AHL appearances, shutting out opponents four times while compiling a 17‑6‑0 record.
The Decision Timeline
With the free‑agency window approaching, the Red Wings will weigh the options and announce the final roster moves in the coming weeks, aiming to secure a versatile goalie who can play regularly in both leagues.