local
Sabres trade Tuch to the Capitals in sign-and-trade deal. Nashville lands Drury from Colorado
By John Wawrow, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 24, 2026
· 4 min read
Alex Tuch is heading to Washington as the Capitals jumped the line for the top free agent available, and the Buffalo Sabres got something in return for a player they knew was not coming back.The Capitals got Tuch in a sign-and-trade Wednesday, getting him after the Sabres inked him to an eight-ye...
Key takeaway The Capitals got Tuch in a sign-and-trade Wednesday, getting him after the Sabres inked him to an eight-year $84 million contract and dealt him for a 2027 third-round pick and the rights to pending free agent forward David Kampf.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio hockey fans may not have a local team to cheer for, but the recent flurry of trades and signings in the NHL has significant implications for the sport's popularity in the city. As teams like the Washington Capitals and Nashville Predators make big moves to bolster their rosters, it's likely to generate excitement among local fans who follow the league. The increased salary cap and lackluster free agent class have created a perfect storm for trades, and San Antonio residents who enjoy hockey will be keeping a close eye on how these deals shape the upcoming season. With the NHL draft just around the corner, local hockey enthusiasts will be watching to see if any of the teams they follow make additional moves to improve their chances of success. As the league continues to evolve, San Antonio's hockey community will be eager to see how the latest developments impact their favorite teams and players.
About this story
Original reporting by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) . The San Antonio surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
Get more The San Antonio stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering local and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? Alex Tuch is heading to Washington as the Capitals jumped the line for the top free agent available, and the Buffalo Sabres got something in return for a player they knew was not coming back.The Capitals got Tuch in a sign-and-trade Wednesday, getting him after the Sabres inked him to an eight-ye...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 24, 2026 by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) and curated for The San Antonio readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by John Wawrow, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate). To learn more about how The San Antonio selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from The San Antonio, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter