What Happened
Dylan Larkin has widened the group of teams he would accept a trade to, according to Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman. On the 32 Thoughts podcast Friday, Friedman said the list is larger than previously reported and sits around eight clubs, naming Colorado, Washington, Dallas and Tampa as additional destinations. Larkin, who holds a full no-movement clause, must approve any deal before it is completed.
Key Details
- Friedman said Larkin's acceptable destinations number around eight teams.
- Colorado, Washington, Dallas and Tampa were among the clubs Friedman mentioned.
- Helene St. James previously reported Minnesota, Vegas and Florida as the only approved teams.
- Larkin has five years left at an $8.7 million AAV with a full no-movement clause.
- Detroit announced before training camp that Larkin is no longer captain after six seasons.
What It Means
A broader list gives Detroit more options as it tries to resolve a trade request before the season. Because Larkin controls the process with a full no-movement clause, the Red Wings can only negotiate with clubs he approves. The captaincy change signaled the organization is preparing for a future without him, and an expanded list could speed up talks.
What's Next
Detroit continues working to complete a trade before the regular season. Any deal requires Larkin's approval under his no-movement clause, and the final group of teams he would accept has not been confirmed by the club or the player.