Dylan Larkin’s comments regarding his trade request have left the Detroit Red Wings confused.
During the first day of training camp, Larkin did not explain why he requested a trade and expressed that he never intended for it to go public, suggesting that he or his agent did not leak the information.
Reports indicate that the Red Wings are surprised by this news, as they had no intention of making Larkin’s request known.
Ryan Hana from the Winged Wheel Podcast stated that sources from the Red Wings are shocked that the trade request became public. The team is currently facing challenges, with Steve Yzerman out as general manager and Shawn Horcoff serving as the interim manager. There is uncertainty about who will handle the team’s operations, and the situation with Larkin remains unresolved. Although Horcoff may have the authority to initiate a trade, it’s unclear if he can do so without further approval.
If the Red Wings decide to move their top center, they are looking for a player who can contribute immediately. Larkin is under contract for five more seasons at an $8.7 million cap hit, and he has significant control over where he goes due to his no-trade clause. Many believe he prefers a trade to the Minnesota Wild, but they have not made an appealing offer, and they also have their own contract issues to resolve with Quinn Hughes.
