Alex Tuch signs with Capitals, Bruins lose key free agent target
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 7:25 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Alex Tuch is no longer an option for the Boston Bruins after being traded to the Washington Capitals. Tuch has signed an eight-year contract with a $10.5 million AAV. The Bruins had hoped to add Tuch as a scorer for their top six, especially as he previously drew connections to the team. The Capitals recently acquired Jordan Kyrou, indicating their pursuit of enhancements for their roster. With Tuch's high cap hit and many years locked in, the Bruins may find it challenging to replace his impact on the free agent market starting July 1.
- •Tuch recorded 33 goals and 33 assists in 79 games last season.
- •He was linked to the Bruins as a potential free agent signing.
- •Washington also recently traded for Jordan Kyrou from St. Louis.
- •Tuch’s contract has a cap hit of $10.5 million over eight years.
- •The Bruins' options for enhancing their roster continue to diminish.
- 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Another Bruins Star Free Agent Target Is Off The Board
"The Bruins' options to improve their roster just keep getting slimmer.
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