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Postava Forces Red Wings to Put Him in Their Plans
TL;DR
Michal Postava's impressive performance with the Grand Rapids Griffins has forced the Red Wings to consider him in their future plans. His competitive nature and skill in practice have caught the attention of teammates and coaches alike.
Key points
- Michal Postava is impressing with the Grand Rapids Griffins.
- Postava practices with high intensity and competitiveness.
- Eduards Tralmaks highlights Postava's skill in practice.
- Postava was a standout player in Czechia's top league last season.
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Michal Postava, Griffins
GRAND RAPIDS ā Eduards Tralmaks learned Michal Postava was hard to beat playing against him in Czechiaās top league games last season. What he learned this season now playing with on the Grand Rapids Griffins is that Postava practices like heās in a Game 7 of a playoff series.
āI canāt score on him in practice as much as I try. . . heās a competitor,ā Tralmaks said. āEven if thereās an empty net, heās gonna basically jump at the puck. Heās just very good with his angles.ā
When he was leading Kometa Brno to the Czechia championship at age 22, the Czechia media drew comparison to Dominik Hasek. Postava can get into shooterās heads with his obsessiveness at preventing goals from being scored.
His career save percentage numbers speak how stubborn he is about preventing goals. In his march to the title last season, he posted a 1.97 GAA and .940 save percentage in the postseason. This season, Postava shows a 1.71 GAA and .937 save percentge in the regulr season. He owns a 1.25 GAA and .945 save percentage in his four AHL playoff starts.
āThis guy is going to play in NHL for a long time.ā Tralmaks said. āI donāt want to put pressure on Postie. Sorry Postie. But I know heās going to be a big-time player in the future. Hopefully he doesnāt forget about me.ā
Numbers Tell Story
Postava has been even better than his numbers show. Thatās evidenced by the fact that he has played 29 games in the regular season and playoffs without giving up more than three goals in a game. He has given exactly three goals just six times.
To give Postava, 24, the net for the playoffs, Grand Rapids coach Dan Watson had to sit Sebastian Cossa, 23. He was recently named ās top prospect by McKeenās website. Heās a first-round pick being groomed to be a starting goalie. Based on the numbers, Cossa had a strong season. But Postava was more consistent and better as the season wore on.
Q&A
What has Michal Postava done to impress the Red Wings?
Michal Postava has shown exceptional skill and competitiveness during practices with the Grand Rapids Griffins, leading the Red Wings to consider him for their future plans.
Who is Eduards Tralmaks and what did he say about Postava?
Eduards Tralmaks is a teammate of Michal Postava on the Grand Rapids Griffins, and he praised Postava's competitive spirit and ability to defend well during practices.
How did Postava perform in the Czechia top league last season?
Last season, Michal Postava was recognized as a challenging player to beat in the Czechia top league, showcasing his talent before joining the Griffins.
What impact could Postava's performance have on the Red Wings roster?
Postava's strong showing and consistent practice performance may lead to him securing a spot on the Red Wings roster in the upcoming season.
