What Happened
Montreal Canadiens fans sparked speculation after chanting for disgruntled Detroit Red Wings centre Dylan Larkin during a Saturday matchup at the Bell Centre. Larkin requested a trade over the summer and was stripped of the team captaincy, though he has returned to the ice and posted one goal and one assist across three games this season. According to Sportsnet reporter Elliotte Friedman, Larkin has at least considered the possibility of playing in Montreal despite a reported preference to remain in the United States. Meanwhile, the Winnipeg Jets are standing firm on their star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck following his trade request. The Jets have already suspended Hellebuyck after he refused to report to training camp.
Key Details
- Dylan Larkin requested a trade this summer and is no longer Detroit captain.
- Larkin has one goal and one assist in three games this season.
- Connor Hellebuyck was suspended by Winnipeg for refusing to report to camp.