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Tuch's Trade: Business Over Hometown Ties
10 Jul
Summary
- Alex Tuch was traded to the Capitals for David Kampf and a draft pick.
- Tuch cited business reasons for not re-signing with his hometown team.
- The Sabres made the playoffs for the first time since 2011 in 2025-26.
The Buffalo Sabres achieved a successful 2025-26 season, finishing first in their division and reaching the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2011. Despite this success, forward Alex Tuch was traded to the Washington Capitals for David Kampf and a 2027 third-round pick. Tuch signed an eight-year, $84 million contract with the Capitals through 2034.
Tuch explained his departure was a business decision, stating that while the Sabres made an effort to retain him, a gap remained in contract negotiations. He acknowledged the difficulty of leaving his hometown team but understood the nature of the sport. The general manager for the Sabres noted in late June that contract extension talks with Tuch were not progressing, indicating his likely move to free agency.
Tuch, originally a first-round pick in 2014, began his NHL career with the Minnesota Wild before being claimed by the Vegas Golden Knights. He has since scored 200 goals and 248 assists in 615 career games.
