In a major shake-up to the NHL offseason, the Buffalo Sabres have traded forward Alex Tuch to the Washington Capitals in exchange for center David Kampf and a third-round pick in the 2027 draft. The move, announced on Wednesday, marks a significant departure for the 30-year-old Tuch, a key contributor to the Sabres' roster. As part of a sign-and-trade deal, Tuch is expected to sign a new contract with the Capitals, providing a boost to their lineup. The trade is the latest development in a busy offseason for the Sabres, who are looking to retool their roster and potentially position themselves for a playoff push in the coming season.

Alex Tuch was traded to the Washington Capitals by the Buffalo Sabres for forward David Kampf and a third-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft on Wednesday. As part of the sign-and-trade move, the 30-year ...