Thompson and Krebs miss Alex Tuch
Audacy • • sports
Key Points:
- The Buffalo Sabres face the Washington Capitals on Saturday, marking their first game against former teammate Alex Tuch since his trade due to contract disagreements.
- Tuch left a significant impact on the Sabres both on and off the ice, with players like Tage Thompson and Peyton Krebs praising his leadership, friendship, and contributions to the team.
- Despite missing Tuch, the Sabres continue to move forward under coach Lindy Ruff, who acknowledged the awkwardness of competing against a former key player but emphasized focusing on the present.
- The Winnipeg Jets traded Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils, ending speculation involving the Sabres, while Sabres player Jiri Kulich sustained a facial injury in practice and is under evaluation.
- The Sabres' Friday practice lines featured Zucker, Thompson, Helenius, Benson, Ostlund, Quinn, and others as the team prepares for their upcoming game.
