Alex Tuch's disappearing act has Sabres on brink before $11 million decision
TL;DR
Alex Tuch is expected to seek a contract worth $11-12 million per year as a top free agent forward. However, his postseason performance may impact his marketability.
Key points
- Alex Tuch seeks $11-12 million contract
- Top free agent forward available
- Postseason performance may affect marketability
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Alex Tuch is going to seek a contract this offseason that pays him something like $11 million or $12 million per year.
And as probably the top free agent forward in his prime that'll be available, he might just get it.
The Buffalo Sabres winger isn't doing himself any favors in the postseason, though.
Through five games against the Montreal Canadiens, Tuch has the same amount of points in the series as we do.
The Sabres are getting crushed with him on the ice, too, a minus-8.
It's just been brutal from Tuch, and now the Sabres' backs are against the wall down 3-2 and heading to Montreal for Game 6.
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Tuch has had a curious season all the way around for Buffalo.
He was a likely trade candidate when the season began, with the Sabres not expected to contend.
All of a sudden, though, Buffalo was in the thick of things, so Tuch wasn't traded at the deadline.
He even was talking about aiming not just for the playoffs but for hoisting the Stanley Cup.
Now, he has disappeared.
For Buffalo's season to last any longer, Tuch is going to have to figure things out in a hurry.
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Q&A
What contract is Alex Tuch expected to seek this offseason?
Alex Tuch is expected to seek a contract worth approximately $11 million to $12 million per year.
How is Alex Tuch performing in the postseason?
Alex Tuch's postseason performance has been underwhelming, which may affect his free agency prospects.
Why is Alex Tuch considered a top free agent forward?
Alex Tuch is viewed as a top free agent forward due to his prime playing age and potential impact on a team.
