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Buffalo Sabres: Making the case for captaincy in 2023-24

By Jonathan Heck

BUFFALO, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 09: Kyle Okposo #21 of the Buffalo Sabres celebrates after scoring a goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at KeyBank Center on December 09, 2022 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Joshua Bessex/Getty Images)
BUFFALO, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 09: Kyle Okposo #21 of the Buffalo Sabres celebrates after scoring a goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at KeyBank Center on December 09, 2022 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Joshua Bessex/Getty Images) /
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Feb 1, 2022; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports /

Alex Tuch – 26 Years old – 74 GP | 36 goals | 43 assists | 79 points

Kevyn Adams’ philosophy of bringing in players who want to play here fits Alex Tuch. The Syracuse, New York native came here in the Eichel deal and was ecstatic about it.

So much, that it even shows in the stats category. Tuch came in and has established himself on the Buffalo Sabres top line and is a fan favorite.

Tuch is a leader in the locker room, off the ice, and on the ice. He has the ability to drive the play and improve those around him. Tuch’s community involvement earned him the Rick Martin Memorial Award this season. His traditional “WOO!” seems to have an effect on players and fans similar to the Jeff Skinner Smile Effect.

If it were up to me, I’d name Tuch the Captain of the Buffalo Sabres. He’s my personal favorite for Captaincy but I’d be happy with anyone selected in this article. He’s in his prime, productive, involved, and well liked by fans, staff, and players. What more could he offer?

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