If Alex Tuch ends up testing the market, the Sabres should have these two pending UFAs on their radar.
The Buffalo Sabres are entering the off-season with some big decisions to make. One of them is with Alex Tuch, as the 30-year-old forward is a pending unrestricted free agent (UFA).
If the Sabres are unable to re-sign Tuch and he tests the free-agent market, the Sabres will undoubtedly need to add another forward to their roster. Due to this, let's look at two pending UFAs the Sabres could pivot to if Tuch does not sign an extension with Buffalo.
Bobby McMann, Seattle Kraken
Bobby McMann could be an interesting target for the Sabres to pursue if Tuch ends up not re-signing. The 29-year-old just had a strong season split between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Seattle Kraken. In 78 games, he recorded 29 goals, 46 points, and 165 hits. With numbers like these, he could be a good energy player for the Sabres to add to their top nine.
Patrick Kane, Detroit Red Wings
Could the Sabres finally bring Patrick Kane home to Buffalo? If the 37-year-old winger ends up not re-signing with the Detroit Red Wings, he could be a player worth bringing in on a one-year deal. His best days are behind him, but he is still an impactful offensive contributor. In 67 games this season with Detroit, he posted 16 goals and 57 points. With numbers like these, the three-time Stanley Cup champion could be a nice pickup for Buffalo.