Cossa’s Three-Game Win Streak Raises Mammoth Goalie Question
On November 3, 2026, Utah Mammoth rookie goalie Sebastian Cossa stopped 27 shots in a win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, extending his winning streak to three games and raising questions about who will start against Montreal.
Cossa has claimed victories in four of his five appearances this season, and his latest triumph came as Utah looked to rebound from a loss in which veteran Karel Vejmelka conceded five goals to Philadelphia. Against Toronto, Cossa faced 29 shots and made 27 saves, helping the Mammoth secure the win despite a late push by the Maple Leafs to tie the game.
The rookie’s season has included a difficult outing in Boston, where he gave up three goals while facing eight attempts, then Vejmelka took over 16 minutes into the game. Cossa said afterward that he expected to bounce back. He later earned wins against Pittsburgh, including a 4-3 overtime result.
Utah defenseman Andrew Peeke praised Cossa’s saves at crucial moments, saying the performance helped the team feel comfortable defensively. Head coach André Tourigny also credited him for coming through when the Mammoth needed him.
Cossa’s .855 save percentage for the season remains among the league’s lowest, but his recent results have put the coaching staff in a decision-making position: start the hot goalie or give the young netminder a rest. Utah’s next game is Thursday in Montreal against the Canadiens, who have been leaning on 21-year-old Jacob Fowler.
The Mammoth are set to wear their new “Hometown Remix” jerseys in Montreal. Vejmelka has new equipment to match, though Cossa’s latest performance could leave the veteran waiting for his chance to use it.