Alex Tuch Ruled Out for Thursday vs. Capitals

Alex Tuch will not play in Thursday's game against the Washington Capitals due to a lower-body injury. The forward, who has recorded 28 goals and 57 points in 64 games this season, will have his seven-game scoring streak interrupted by the absence. His next opportunity to return to the lineup is Saturday against the Toronto Maple Leafs. In his stead, Tanner Pearson is expected to make his Sabres debut following his recent trade from the Jets.