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Capitals Acquire Alex Tuch from the Buffalo Sabres

The Washington Capitals have acquired forward Alex Tuch from the Buffalo Sabres. Tuch signed an eight-year contract extension before being traded to Washington. The move follows a decision by Buffalo GM Jarmo Kekalainen to move the right winger.

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Alex Tuch has been traded to the Capitals after signing an eight-year extension.

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  1. Washington Capitals Acquire Alex Tuch via Sign-and-Trade

    The Washington Capitals have acquired forward Alex Tuch from the Buffalo Sabres. Tuch signed an eight-year contract extension before being traded to Washington. The move follows a decision by Buffalo GM Jarmo Kekalainen to move the right winger.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Washington Capitals acquired Alex Tuch from the Buffalo Sabres in a sign-and-trade deal.
    • Tuch signed an eight-year contract extension.
    • The contract carries a $10.5 million cap hit.
    • Tuch is a 6 foot 4 inch, 219-pound forward.
    • Tuch scored 30-plus goals in each of the last two seasons.
    • Tuch ranked second on Buffalo in goals, assists, and points during his five-year tenure.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Sabres GM Jarmo Kekalainen is far from done making moves.
    • Buffalo also moved Bowen Byram.
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