Former GM Kevyn Adams leaks Sabres’ confidential information to media

Former Buffalo Sabres GM Kevyn Adams is making headlines for more than just his recent departure: he’s reportedly leaking inside information on one of the team’s top assets.

Over the weekend, Adams was relieved of his GM duties and replaced by Jarmo Kekäläinen, ending a tenure that included trading Jack Eichel, Sam Reinhart, and Dylan Cozens, signing and moving Taylor Hall, and bringing in Alex Tuch, Bowen Byram, Devon Levi, and several others. Despite these moves, the Sabres extended their playoff drought to 14 years, finishing no higher than fifth in their division.

Now, Adams has publicly revealed that Alex Tuch is reportedly asking for a salary higher than Los Angeles Kings’ Adrian Kempe’s $10.625 million per season. This is information that had previously been confidential. The disclosure comes as Buffalo has less than three months to decide whether Tuch can be signed to an extension or must be moved before the 2026 trade deadline.

Sources indicated to insider Elliotte Friedman that “the two sides weren’t close” on negotiations while Adams was GM. The rising salary cap has created a new market, pushing Tuch’s potential value to around $10 million per season. By revealing these details, Adams has thrust the Sabres’ negotiations into the media spotlight, raising questions about the ethics of leaking sensitive contract discussions.

For Buffalo, the clock is ticking. Adams’ leak could complicate negotiations, influence Tuch’s leverage, and shape the team’s strategy ahead of a crucial trade deadline.

While Adams leaves behind a mixed record (178-196-42 over six seasons) his post-GM commentary is already making waves, keeping the Sabres front and center in NHL headlines.