The NHL’s announced salary‑cap hike to $95.5 million for 2026‑27 provides the Buffalo Sabres with much-needed cap space. This development could help the franchise retain Alex Tuch, the offensive catalyst who spearheaded the team’s first playoff run in 19 years. Tuch, a contract‑year player, was previously viewed as a trade candidate, but the Sabres’ late‑season surge has made him a likely candidate to stay in Buffalo. rocore.sbs
Sabres Gain Salary Cap Space for Alex Tuch
The NHL’s 2026-27 salary cap increase gives the Buffalo Sabres extra room to keep Alex Tuch, who helped the team reach the second round of the playoffs.
