The Detroit News’s Ted Kulfan took note of the fact that Red Wings prospect Sebastian Cossa hopes to make the jump from the ECHL to the AHL as coach Dan Watson completes his transition from ECHL to AHL coaching as well:
“Pretty cool,” Cossa said of his reaction to Watson going to Grand Rapids. “I liked him a lot as a coach, and person as well. I’m excited for him. He’s definitely earned it. I’m looking forward to hopefully being there with him next year.
“He’s definitely a players’ coach. Really personable. Everyone there is willing to run a through wall for him. The guys like him a lot. Halfway through the season and the playoffs, we had one of the best penalty kills and power plays in the league.”
Cossa, in his first pro season, had an impressive second half and playoffs for Toledo, as the Walleye reached the conference finals.
It’s expected Cossa will be promoted to Grand Rapids next season.
“Hopefully, yes,” Cossa said of joining the Griffins. “If I put the work in and show what I can do, hopefully I’m there.”
