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Dylan Larkin Has Taken His Red Wings Trade Demand Too Far

Just when you think the Detroit Red Wings drama both on and off the ice has settled down. It isn’t even a spark; it is a full-on raging fire. The team hasn’t been considered successful for several years.

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Red Wings Recall Sheldon Dries; Reassign Michal Postava

Although the Detroit Red Wings are working to resolve Dylan Larkin’s trade request, the team made another transaction ahead of tonight’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks.

Detroit Red Wings News / Yardbarker / October 29

Dylan Larkin 'has had enough,' won't play until traded

Dylan Larkin 'has had enough' of Red Wings situation, is not playing until traded

The soap opera involving the Detroit Red Wings and disgruntled center Dylan Larkin took another ugly turn on Thursday.

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Dylan Larkin News / Daily Faceoff / October 29

‘Dylan’s had enough of the situation’: Larkin to sit out until Red Wings make trade

It looks like a former captain is going to step out of the spotlight until he’s moved elsewhere. In a statement, agent Pat Brisson says his client, Detroit Red Wings forward Dylan Larkin, will sit out of the lineup until the Red Wings manage to make a trade.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Dylan Larkin News / Field Level Media / October 29

Wings' Dylan Larkin out vs. Blackhawks; GM to address situation

Detroit Red Wings forward Dylan Larkin will not play in Thursday's game against the visiting Chicago Blackhawks. Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan did not disclose the reason surrounding Larkin's absence.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Trade Talk / October 29

Dylan Larkin Won’t Play Another Game for Detroit: Ranking the Teams Most Likely Land Him

Up until now, Dylan Larkin has continued reporting to and playing for the Detroit Red Wings despite his ongoing trade request. In fact, the veteran center has remained productive, scoring some timely goals, including a game-tying marker late in his most recent appearance.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Dylan Larkin News / Trade Talk Sports / October 29

Dylan Larkin Pulled From Lineup Until Red Wings Complete a Trade

Dylan Larkin will not play for the Detroit Red Wings Thursday night as Detroit faces the Chicago Blackhawks. Further to that, general manager Shawn Horcoff is expected to speak with the media about it.

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Dylan Larkin News / NHL Trade Talk / October 29

Larkin Won’t Play for Red Wings, GM to Address Media About Trade

Dylan Larkin wasn’t just taking a maintenance day when he missed practice for the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday. Less than 24 hours later, it’s been learned that Larkin won’t play for the Red Wings in their game Thursday night, and general manager Shawn Horcoff intends to address the media about the situation.

Dylan Larkin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 29

Dylan Larkin Trade Talks Escalating

Detroit Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan told the media today that former captain Dylan Larkin will not play for the team tonight against the Chicago Blackhawks.

Dylan Larkin News / The Hockey Writers / October 29

Dylan Larkin’s Red Wings Leverage Has Clear Limits

Dylan Larkin missed the Detroit Red Wings’ practice on Oct. 28, and within hours his absence had the trade rumor mill running again. The explanation turned out to be simple.

NHL News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 29

Red Wings Get Troubling Injury Update on 3 Players Ahead of Blackhawks Game

All in all, you would have to say things have sort of turned positive for the Detroit Red Wings. Not much of the off-ice drama has been resolved, but the team has pulled together and recorded some wins.

Michal Postava News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / October 28

Michal Postava Is Forcing Red Wings To Rethink Their Goaltending Plans

The Detroit Red Wings entered the 2026-27 season with John Gibson and Daniil Tarasov expected to handled the majority of the team's goaltending responsibilities.

Patrick Kane News / Field Level Media / October 28

Renewed Red Wings ready for visit from Patrick Kane, Blackhawks

The Detroit Red Wings' season got off to a rocky start. Disgruntled fans booed former team captain Dylan Larkin and chanted "Sell the team!" Courtesy of a fruitful road trip, the Red Wings return home with a renewed spirit.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 28

Red Wings: Overreaction trade Detroit must make amid inconsistent 2026-27 start

The Detroit Red Wings are going through some tough times on and off the ice. The Red Wings are still working through the Dylan Larkin trade request. Simon Edvinsson still wants a trade as well.

Simon Edvinsson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 28

Sharks’ perfect offer for Red Wings’ Simon Edvinsson after trade request

The San Jose Sharks are 6-6-1 early in the season, placing them in fourth in the Pacific Division, but within striking distance of a playoff spot. The Sharks made plenty of moves to help the defense in the offseason.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / October 28

Michael Brandsegg-Nygård Under the Radar Start to the Season

The Detroit Red Wings are off to a 5-4-3 start to the 2026-27 season. They are coming off a four-game road trip in which they secured five points out of a possible eight.

Detroit Red Wings News / Daily Faceoff / October 28

Red Wings’ Michael Brandsegg-Nygård has emerged as a serious Calder Trophy threat

When the Detroit Red Wings drafted Michael Brandsegg-Nygård 15th overall in 2024, they knew they were getting a near-NHL-ready winger. His two-way game was mature, his hockey sense was solid, and he knew how to wire a shot better than most his age.

Michal Postava News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 27

Red Wings’ Michal Postava joins exclusive franchise club with win in 1st NHL start

Michal Postava made his first career National Hockey League start on Monday night, and it’s one the 24-year-old won’t soon forget. The undrafted goaltender made 25 saves on 28 shots and was perfect in the shootout as the Detroit Red Wings defeated the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 at Rogers Place.

Detroit Red Wings News / The Hockey Writers / October 27

Red Wings’ Michal Postava Validates the Cossa Trade

Michal Postava picked a fitting stage for his first NHL win. Making his first career start on Oct. 26, the 24-year-old goaltender stopped 25 shots and all three attempts in the shootout as the Detroit Red Wings rallied past the Edmonton Oilers 4-3.

Detroit Red Wings News / Inside The Rink / October 27

3 Takeaways from Red Wings Western Canada Road Trip

After starting the season by getting points in just one of their first four games, Detroit has followed that up by netting points in seven of their last eight.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 27

Red Wings rally late, top Oilers in shootout

Michal Postava made 25 saves and also stopped all three shootout tries and Dylan Larkin scored a 6-on-5 goal with 1:17 remaining to force overtime as the visiting Detroit Red Wings rallied for a 4-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Monday night.

Detroit Red Wings News / Trade Talk Sports / October 25

Are the Red Wings Trying to Solve the Wrong Problem?

Sometimes a trade proposal makes sense on paper, and I still wonder whether a team is solving the right problem. In this trade proposal, the Detroit Red Wings get Quinn Hughes, a Norris Trophy-winning defenceman who can change a game.

Shawn Horcoff News / Yardbarker / October 24

Michigan beats another Western Michigan team with buzzer-beater

Michigan beats another Western Michigan team with stunning buzzer-beater

At this point, Western Michigan needs to completely scrub Michigan from all of its upcoming sports schedules. It doesn't seem worth the chaos or frustration.

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John Gibson News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Red Wings’ John Gibson leaves game with upper-body injury

The Detroit Red Wings announced on social media that goaltender John Gibson left Thursday night’s game against the Vancouver Canucks with an upper-body injury.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 22

Four NHL players looking to break out of early slumps

The 2026-27 NHL season is still in its early stages, but several established players have struggled to find their footing. While some teams have gotten off to impressive starts, others are already searching for answers.

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Tim Stutzle's personal chef trolls Brady Tkachuk after Senators' win over Panthers

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Alex Debrincat News / Yardbarker / October 21

Alex DeBrincat steals point for Red Wings with milestone goal

Locked in with Detroit thanks to the new seven-year, $91 million contract extension he signed earlier in October, DeBrincat will now try to reach more milestones as a Red Wing for years to come.

ESPN analyst claims to have big news on Dylan Larkin trade

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