Detroit Red Wings goalie Sebastian Cossa NHL future remains uncertain as Alex Tuch evaluates Buffalo Sabres options

Sebastian Cossa’s status with the Detroit Red Wings has become one of the NHL’s biggest offseason stories, while Alex Tuch’s contract situation continues to be a hot topic for the Buffalo Sabres. Both players are at pivotal moments in their careers, with teams around the league weighing roster plans ahead of the next NHL season.The Red Wings have some big goaltending questions on their hands with Sebastian Cossa, and the Sabres are trying to determine whether Alex Tuch is part of their long-term core. These developments have become hot topics in the latest NHL trade rumors and NHL news roundup conversations.Sebastian Cossa and Alex Tuch are the latest players to be tied to the Detroit Red Wings and Buffalo Sabres in recent NHL rumors.Despite a late-year slump, the 23-year-old Detroit Red Wings goaltending prospect Cossa had strong numbers overall this season. He finished with a 2.33 goals-against average, .915 save percentage and five shutouts in 26 wins.Cossa will have to clear waivers if sent back to the American Hockey League, and the Detroit Red Wings are faced with a tough choice. With young netminders such as Trey Augustine also coming into the development picture, Detroit may have to formulate a clearer NHL opportunity for Cossa sooner rather than later.Meanwhile, Buffalo Sabres forward Alex Tuch is weighing his options before potentially hitting NHL free agency. The veteran winger said his next contract decision would be made based on family priorities, stability and long-term lifestyle decisions, not just salary figures.Tuch has been a weapon for the Buffalo Sabres, tallying at least 59 points in each of the last four seasons.They could be a long way in determining the course of both franchises as they head into the next NHL season. Sebastian Cossa has to be considered ready for full-time NHL duties by the Detroit Red Wings, and the Buffalo Sabres are still trying to sell Alex Tuch on Buffalo being the best long-term fit for him and his family.