Michal Postava shines in his NHL debut, delivering a clutch 4‑3 shootout win over the Edmonton Oilers on Oct. 26, stopping Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins. With starter Daniil Tarasov back from injury, Detroit sends Postava back to the AHL Griffins, but his 1‑0 NHL and 4‑0 AHL record this season earns him a spot as a reliable backup. Coach Todd McLellan hails the performance, while forward Sheldon Dries is recalled to replace a suspended Dylan Larkin.
Larkin was suspended by the club on Thursday after electing to sit out all team activities.
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Dylan Larkin's standoff with Detroit took another turn Thursday, and the Minnesota Wild are watching closely.
Dylan Larkin's agent issues a statement that he's had enough and that the Detroit Red Wings have had enough time. The Wings could suspend him, as nothing seems imminent.
Dylan Larkin's agent issues a statement that he's had enough and that the Detroit Red Wings have had enough time. The Wings could suspend him, as nothing seems imminent.
The Detroit Red Wings have suspended captain Dylan Larkin without pay after he announced he will not play for the team that drafted him in 2014. Larkin, who has posted two goals and four assists in 10 games this season, is now off the roster as the Wings (5-4-3) prepare for Thursday’s Original Six matchup against the Chicago Blackhawks (4-8-0). Management says a trade could be explored, but any deal must meet the club’s long‑term goals. Larkin’s $69 million, eight‑year contract means he forfeits roughly $41,000 per day until a resolution is reached.
The Detroit Red Wings suspend Dylan Larkin without pay after he told the club he will not play for them, pending a trade. General manager Shawn Horcoff confirms the center was scratched against the Chicago Blackhawks on Oct. 29 and will remain sidelined until a deal materializes. Larkin’s frustration with Detroit’s rebuild and his 10‑team no‑trade clause have sparked rumors linking him to the Canadiens, Wild and other contenders. The team says it won’t accept a low‑ball offer, aiming to protect long‑term assets while the trade market heats up.
The Dylan Larkin situation in Detroit has reached a breaking point. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Red Wings center will not play again until the team satisfies his request to be traded. The development marks a major escalation in a saga that began during the offseason, when Larkin reportedly asked to be dealt after
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The Detroit Red Wings have suspended captain Dylan Larkin without pay after he announced he will sit out until he is traded, a move sparked by his frustration over a stalled deal following Connor Hellebuyck’s move to New Jersey. Larkin, who has logged only 10 games this season (2 goals, 4 assists), was stripped of his ‘C’ earlier this year and now cites his no‑movement clause. Meanwhile, the Edmonton Oilers are reportedly scouting New York Rangers enforcer Matt Rempe, a 6‑ft‑9, 268‑lb forward with 154 career penalty minutes, to add size and toughness to their roster.
More drama has developed in the Red Wings-Dylan Larkin saga.
Larkin and his agent announced earlier on Thursday that they will be sitting out until his trade request is met.
The Detroit Red Wings suspend former captain Dylan Larkin without pay after he announced he will no longer play for the team. Interim GM Shawn Horcoff confirmed Larkin missed practice, met with agent Pat Brisson, and formally requested a trade. Larkin, in the fourth year of an eight‑year, $8.75 M AAV contract with a full no‑movement clause, has submitted a list of 10 preferred trade destinations. The suspension costs him $41,237.11 per day, and the Wings say they are still negotiating a return that satisfies both parties.
The Detroit Red Wings have released a statement about Dylan Larkin's refusal to play for the organization. They have suspended him without pay and will continue to search for a trade partner that meets Larkin's and the Red Wings’ demands.
The Detroit Red Wings suspend captain Dylan Larkin without pay after he reportedly quit the team for a second time. Larkin and his agent issued a vague statement, refusing to elaborate on the reasons behind his departure. The suspension marks a dramatic end to Larkin's tenure in Detroit.
Detroit Red Wings GM Shawn Horcoff has released a statement on Dylan Larkin.
Detroit suspends center Dylan Larkin without pay after he quit the lineup while waiting for a trade. Interim GM Shawn Horcoff says Larkin “will no longer play” and the team will keep exploring trade options that fit its long‑term goals. Larkin’s $8.7 million AAV means the suspension costs him $41,237 per day, tracked on larkinlosses.com. He has 2 goals and 6 points in 10 games this season, averaging 21:41 of ice time. Agent Pat Brisson calls Larkin “professional and cooperative.” The move follows Connor Hellebuyck’s $927,835 loss during a three‑week suspension.
Dylan Larkin sits out Thursday’s Detroit vs. Chicago game to pressure the Red Wings into finalizing a trade. The 30‑year‑old center, who filed a trade request in the offseason, withdrew his services until interim GM Shawn Horcoff completes a deal. Agent Pat Brisson says Larkin “has had enough” after months of stalled talks. Trade talks heat up, with the Minnesota Wild leading the chase, while Washington and Carolina also push offers. Larkin will remain unavailable for future games until a trade is done.
The Philadelphia Flyers are intensifying trade talks for a blueline upgrade alongside their hunt for a top‑six center. General manager Keith Jones targets Calgary’s stay‑at‑home defenseman Zach Whitecloud, a 29‑year‑old whose $2.75 M AAV makes him an affordable, reliable option. The club also eyes Detroit’s 23‑year‑old Simon Edvinsson, a high‑upside two‑way top‑pairing D‑man, though acquiring him would demand hefty assets and a $10 M‑plus extension. With $11.9 M in cap space, the Flyers must weigh cost versus need as they aim to restore the hard‑defending identity they lacked this season.
The Chicago Blackhawks face a defensive crunch Thursday as Alex Vlasic is listed questionable with illness and Bowen Byram remains out with an upper‑body injury. Both left‑shot defensemen could miss the 6:30 p.m. CT clash at Little Caesars Arena against the Detroit Red Wings, leaving Chicago with only three left‑handed blueliners. Vlasic missed the morning skate in Detroit and his status for Saturday’s game at Boston is also uncertain. Byram, sidelined since the Oct. 13 win over Pittsburgh, is day‑to‑day, marking his sixth straight miss.
The Chicago Blackhawks travel to Detroit to face the Red Wings on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, with puck drop at 6:30 p.m. CT (7:30 ET, 4:30 PT) at Little Caesars Arena. The matchup streams nationally on ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu (SN+ in Canada) – there’s no local TV broadcast. Radio coverage is on WGN 720 AM (Chicago) and 97.1 FM (Detroit). The Blackhawks (4‑8‑0) seek their first road win, while the Red Wings (5‑4‑3) return home after a four‑game road stretch, led by Alex DeBrincat (13 points). Odds list Detroit as -180 favorites.
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Dylan Larkin has declared he won’t play for Detroit until he’s traded, reigniting interest from several clubs. Emily Kaplan reports the Washington Capitals and Utah Mammoth have had no recent talks with the Red Wings, despite past speculation about Ryan Leonard. The Minnesota Wild is said to have the strongest, most aggressive offer so far, while former NHLer Jordan Schmaltz hints the New Jersey Devils may soon close a deal, potentially pairing Larkin with teammates Jack Hughes and Connor Hellebuyck. The trade saga remains fluid as the deadline approaches.
Dylan Larkin feels that he's given the Detroit Red Wings enough time to find a suitable trade. The Buffalo Sabres have tried to get in on talks.