Buffalo Jr. Sabres 18U
Tomasula gives a junior recruiter a youth development option with regular season involvement. His movement and puck-control assessment makes him relevant to a team seeking to evaluate how a goalie can help manage continuing possessions.
The technical background connects mobility with save-making and handling after contact. Junior evaluation should concentrate on whether that connection survives tighter space and earlier pressure on the rebound.
His watch position reflects the absence of a defined next-level separation, rather than a lack of reason to evaluate him. The case depends on identifying which parts of his youth contribution can earn responsibility with older players.
A useful test is a shot arriving immediately after a lateral pass. Tomasula needs to show a balanced finish to his movement and enough control of the saved puck to remain effective through the next attempt.
His 2025–26 record with Buffalo Jr. Sabres 18U lists 27 appearances, with a 2.52 goals-against average and a .917 save percentage.