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Alex Tuch

Right Wing · Washington Capitals

2014 Draft, Rd 1 Pick 18 (#18) — Minnesota Wild

Age 306'4"219 lbsShoots RightSyracuse, USA

Current Season

GP

79

Goals

33

Assists

33

Points

66

+/-

+24

S%

16.9%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
May 18vs MTL000+1521:25
May 16@ MTL000-1419:10
May 14vs MTL000-2216:59
May 12@ MTL0000421:58
May 10@ MTL000-2420:06

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$10.50M

Total Value

$84.00M

Expires

8 yrs · 2033-2034

Status

Then UFA

Yr 1-4 Full NMC, Yr 5-7 21 team NTC, Yr 8 15 team NTC

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

Game Recap
Alex Tuch's First 20 Goals: A Season-Long Breakdown

Tuch's goal-scoring prowess during the 2022-23 regular season showcased his ability to find the back of the net with consistency. The forward's early-season production set the tone for what would become a significant campaign in his career. Understanding how he accumulated those goals provides context for evaluating his overall impact on the ice.

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Trades & Rumors
Capitals React to Tuch, Kyrou Trades and Draft Haul

The Washington Capitals made some significant moves on draft day, acquiring Alex Tuch and Jordan Kyrou while also making their selections in the 2026 draft. These trades signal the organization's commitment to competing now while also investing in future talent through the draft. The combination of veteran acquisitions and youth development reveals the Capitals' strategy for balancing immediate contention with long-term roster building.

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Draft & Prospects
Avalanche's Development Camp Roster Shows Depth of Prospect Pipeline

Colorado unveiled a 26-player roster for its 2026 development camp, giving fans and scouts a glimpse into the organization's future talent. The Avalanche have built a reputation for developing prospects effectively, and this camp represents another opportunity to evaluate the next wave of potential contributors. How many of these players eventually crack the NHL roster will determine whether Colorado's prospect management remains elite or if the pipeline is starting to show cracks.

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Trades & Rumors
Alex Tuch Joins Capitals, Recalls the Moment He Couldn't Beat Them

Alex Tuch's trade to the Washington Capitals brings a full-circle moment for the Baldwinsville native, who remembers exactly when he decided he wanted to be on the winning side of this equation. The 2018 playoffs left an impression on him, and now he gets his chance to chase what he couldn't achieve from the other bench. For a player with Tuch's competitive fire, joining a team that's made a statement move sends a message about where he thinks the Capitals are headed.

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Playoffs
Alex Tuch Finally Gets His Chance With the Capitals

Alex Tuch is thrilled to be joining the Washington Capitals, a team he faced in the 2018 Stanley Cup Final when his Vegas squad came up short. That loss has stayed with him, and now he gets a chance to chase a Cup with the organization that beat him eight years ago. Tuch brings the kind of veteran experience and playoff pedigree that contenders desperately need, and the Capitals clearly believe he's the missing piece.

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Free Agency
Tuch's Big Bet - Why Washington Was Impossible to Turn Down

Alex Tuch just signed a deal with the Capitals, and it wasn't just about the money - it was about the opportunity to play alongside elite talent in a winning situation. Tuch's decision reveals how the best free agents are thinking about contention windows and where they can actually make an impact. Washington clearly made a compelling case about their future, and Tuch believed enough to commit his next chapter to the nation's capital.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Alex Tuch's stats this season?
Alex Tuch has 33 goals and 33 assists for 66 points in 79 games this season.
What team does Alex Tuch play for?
Alex Tuch is a forward for the Washington Capitals.
What is Alex Tuch's contract?
Alex Tuch has a cap hit of $10.50M with 7 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Alex Tuch drafted?
Alex Tuch was drafted in the 2014 NHL Draft by the Minnesota Wild in Round 1, Pick 18 (18 overall).
Where is Alex Tuch from?
Alex Tuch is 30 years old and was born in Syracuse, USA.