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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedSeptember 11, 2026Miami-Dade County

Detroit Red Wings strip Dylan Larkin of captaincy following trade request

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The Detroit Red Wings stripped Dylan Larkin of his team captaincy after he requested a trade earlier this year, though Larkin confirmed he will attend the start of training camp next week. Larkin has five seasons remaining on an eight-year, $69.6 million contract that includes a no-trade clause.

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Why It Matters

A star professional athlete with five years and $69.6 million remaining on his contract is playing under altered leadership status following a trade request.

Key Facts

  • The Detroit Red Wings stripped Dylan Larkin of his team captaincy after he requested a trade earlier this year.
  • Larkin served as team captain for the past six seasons.
  • Larkin confirmed he will participate in the start of training camp next week.
  • Larkin has five seasons remaining on an eight-year, $69.6 million contract signed in May 2023.
  • The contract includes a no-trade clause, and Larkin initially limited potential trade destinations to Florida, Minnesota, or Vegas.
  • Former general manager Steve Yzerman, whom Larkin initially asked for a trade, stepped down in mid-July.
  • The Detroit Red Wings have missed the playoffs for an active NHL-record 10 consecutive years.

Who's Mentioned

OrganizationTampa Bay“Opposing playoff team in 2016”PersonAlex DeBrincat“Detroit Red Wings player”PersonDylan Larkin“Detroit Red Wings center stripped of captaincy after trade request”locationFlorida“One of the approved destinations in Larkin's trade list”locationVegas“One of the approved destinations in Larkin's trade list”PersonSteve Yzerman“Former general manager of the Detroit Red Wings”locationMinnesota“One of the approved destinations in Larkin's trade list”OrganizationDetroit Red Wings“NHL hockey team”