Detroit Red Wings forward Dylan Larkin has expanded his trade list to 10 teams as interim general manager Shawn Horcoff continues to try to facilitate a deal — and although the Montreal Canadiens still aren’t on it, there is no shortage of interest from the most storied franchise in hockey. As The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun […]
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The Detroit Red Wings’ pursuit of a Dylan Larkin trade may be complicated by the recent Connor Hellebuyck deal. New Jersey received Hellebuyck from Winnipeg in exchange for center Dawson Mercer, prospect Alexander Command, goalie Nico Daws, veteran Nick Bjugstad, plus a second‑round and a seventh‑round pick. Since the Devils were one of the few teams interested in Larkin, the assets they gave up mirror what Detroit hopes to receive for Larkin, but the trade squeezes the pool of available packages. Meanwhile, the Grand Rapids Griffins beat Cleveland 3‑2, with Jesse Kiiskinen’s sixth goal and Shai Buium earning his sixth point in nine games.
Red Wings legend Nicklas Lidström surprised prospect Eddie Genborg at Timrå’s SHL game against league‑leading Färjestad on Oct. 17, watching the 44th‑overall 2025 draft pick’s physical play. Genborg logged a goal, two assists and 2 PIM in a 3‑0 win, impressing Lidström with his hitting, corner work and puck‑digging. After missing Red Wings camp to rehab a spring injury, Genborg says Lidström’s presence validates the organization’s faith and he’s eager for feedback. The veteran praised Genborg’s growing skating and relentless work ethic.
The headline trade sees the New Jersey Devils acquire veteran goalie Connor Hellebuyck (33) from the Winnipeg Jets, sending forward Dawson Mercer (24), RFA goalie Nico Daws, forward Nick Bjugstad, and forward Alexander Command to New Jersey. Hellebuyck’s cap hit drops to $8.1 M after a training‑camp suspension, leaving the Devils with enough space (they have $8.2 M available) even with his return. The move hinges on a player previously on LTIR, giving New Jersey goalie depth. Meanwhile, injury updates: Devon Levi lands on IR for Edmonton, Matt Tomkins is called up, Mattias Ekholm misses the Oilers‑Maple Leafs game with a concussion, and the Leafs recall Cole McWard and Dakota Mermis. The post also notes the Penguins’ roster pressure ahead of tonight’s 7 p.m. game.
Detroit’s rebuilding surge under former GM Steve Yzerman is finally paying off. Eleven 2026‑27 roster spots belong to Yzerman’s draft picks, driving a surprising 4‑3‑3 start. Defenseman Moritz Seider (2019, 6th overall) leads in ice time (25:46) and shot blocks (33), while fellow draftee Albert Johansson ranks second in blocks. Lucas Raymond (2020, 4th) tops forwards with 20:33 of ice, six assists and six power‑play points, scoring three goals in his last two games. Rookie right‑winger Michael Brandsegg‑Nygard (2024, 15th) ties for the NHL rookie scoring lead (8 points) and holds a +10 rating. Emerging contributors Emmitt Finnie and Anton Johansson also shine, though prospects Nate Danielson, Carter Mazur and Marco Kasper face setbacks. The home‑grown talent is reshaping the Red Wings’ fortunes early in the 2026‑27 season.
The Jets’ trade of Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils on Oct. 23 reshapes Detroit’s pursuit of Dylan Larkin. Larkin, who expanded his approved destinations to ten teams—including New Jersey—faces a market where the Devils have already sunk cap space and assets (forward Dawson Mercer, Nick Bjugstad, goalie Nico Daws, a prospect and two mid‑round picks) for Hellebuyck’s $8.5 M/yr deal. Detroit wants NHL‑ready players now, not just prospects, and must balance Larkin’s $8.7 M cap hit and his no‑trade clause. While Minnesota remains the most active suitor, the Hellebuyck transaction limits New Jersey’s trade capital, potentially narrowing Larkin’s options. The article breaks down the trade details, betting‑market shifts, and why Larkin’s move remains complex.
The Winnipeg Jets dealt Vezina‑trophy‑winning goalie Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils on Oct. 23, a move that reshapes Detroit Red Wings’ negotiations over center Dylan Larkin. Larkin, who added New Jersey to his now‑10‑team approved list, still seeks a trade, but the Devils’ hefty price—forward Dawson Mercer, Nick Bjugstad, goaltender Nico Daws, prospect rights and two picks—reduces their cap flexibility for a Larkin package. Detroit’s asking price emphasizes NHL‑ready talent, not prospects, and the Wild remain the most active suitor. As betting odds swing in New Jersey’s favor, the deal underscores how Hellebuyck’s trade impacts Larkin’s market value and Detroit’s leverage.
The New Jersey Devils have just landed star goalie Connor Hellebuyck from Winnipeg in a six‑piece deal and are now eyeing defenseman Quinn Hughes and Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin. Hughes is reportedly waiting to sign with New Jersey on July 1, while Larkin has added the Devils to his trade shortlist, with potential involvement of Jonas Siegenthaler and forward Arseny Gritsyuk to fit the cap. If both moves happen, Mehta could assemble a USA‑centric super‑team centered around Hellebuyck, Hughes and Larkin.
The New Jersey Devils trading for Connor Hellebuyck may not take them out of the running for Dylan Larkin or Quinn Hughes
The New Jersey Devils trading for Connor Hellebuyck may not take them out of the running for Dylan Larkin or Quinn Hughes
After the Connor Hellebuyck trade, Detroit eyes Dylan Larkin as its next trade chip, but his request‑driven list still omits the Montreal Canadiens—at least for now. TSN insider Pierre LeBrun says the Red Wings are scouting Montreal in case Larkin revisits his “no Canadian teams” stance, noting the Habs’ aggressive package history with players like Matthew Knies and Kirill Marchenko. Larkin’s agent Pat Brisson is pressuring Detroit to move the deal quickly, while recent Bell Centre chants of “We Want Larkin” have sparked hope among Habs fans that the young captain might reconsider a move to Montreal.
The Flames’ early‑2000s home jerseys return as Flames Nation revisits the 2004 playoff showdown against Detroit. Sixth‑seed Calgary knocked out Vancouver in seven, then stunned the Red Wings in a six‑game series en route to the Stanley Cup Finals. Highlights include Marcus Nilson’s overtime winner in Game 1, Brett Hull’s late third‑period goal in Game 2, and a back‑and‑forth battle featuring Robert Lang, Jarome Iginla, and Martin Gélinas. The piece also recaps Detroit’s later success and playoff drought, framing the 2004 victory as a historic upset before the Flames meet the Wings again on Saturday.
Connor Hellebuyck and Dylan Larkin have been two of the most prominent names on NHL trade boards this season after both Americans requested moves from their respective clubs. With Hellebuyck traded from the Winnipeg Jets to the New Jersey Devils in a Friday blockbuster, the spotlight now shifts to the former Red Wings captain. The […]
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The Vancouver Canucks fall 5-2 at home to the Detroit Red Wings, extending their losing streak to nine games. The Canucks managed only 10 shots in 40 minutes of 5‑v5 play, were out‑shot 26‑10, and posted a dismal 25.71–27.59 Corsi‑For percentages in the first two periods. Detroit dominated high‑danger chances 13‑3, while Vancouver’s best Corsi‑For came in the third period (55%). Max Sasson was the lone bright spot with a 43.75% CF% and a 55.92% xGF%, whereas Marco Rossi posted a 11.76% CF% and the worst xGF% on the roster. Goaltender Kevin Lankinen steadied a shaky start but still allowed five goals.
Elliotte Friedman thinks there may be a reason New Jersey landed on Dylan Larkin's trade list. #LGRW
The Vancouver Canucks drop a 5-2 decision to the Detroit Red Wings, extending their losing streak to nine games. Forward Brock Boeser blames a lack of cohesion and offensive generation, saying the team looks “embarrassing” and isn’t following the coaches’ system. Coach Manny Malhotra offers a different angle, pointing to effort‑based mistakes like poor battles and missed box‑outs as the root cause. The Canucks now sit last in the league with 56 goals against, while ranking 12th in scoring. A full day off precedes practice at UBC and a home game against the Minnesota Wild on Sunday.
The Red Wings have gone 10 consecutive seasons without a Stanley Cup Playoff appearance, the longest drought in the NHL.
Detroit rookie Michael Brandsegg‑Nygard ties San Jose’s Ivar Stenberg for the NHL rookie points lead, posting eight points in ten games and a league‑best +10 plus‑minus. The versatile Norwegian also leads Detroit with 39 hits, placing him tied for 12th overall in early‑season physical play, and helped the Red Wings secure a 5‑2 victory over Vancouver. Coach Todd McLellan hails his impact as crucial to the team’s unexpectedly solid 4‑3‑3 start. The roundup also notes the passing of former Red Wing Ron Duguay, John Gibson’s injury and rookie debut, and Luke Glendening’s new one‑year deal with the Rangers.
Insider Chris Johnston says the Detroit Red Wings’ Dylan Larkin trade is nearing resolution, but the winger may land with a team not on his reported ten‑team list. Larkin’s preferred destinations include Colorado, Vegas, Minnesota, Utah, New Jersey, Washington, Carolina, Dallas, Florida, and Tampa Bay – all U.S. markets, with no Canadian clubs. However, salary‑cap constraints and Detroit’s demand for a solid return could push the deal toward a surprise suitor, possibly a playoff‑contending club needing immediate center depth. The trade deadline looms as both sides rush to finalize the move.
Ten games in, no NHL rookie has produced more than Red Wings winger Michael Brandsegg-Nygard. #RedWings
Elliotte Friedman says a Connor Hellebuyck trade is in the works, and it touches Detroit's goaltending. #RedWings
Nine days after Todd McLellan dropped him to the third line, Lucas Raymond had an answer in Vancouver. #RedWings
Elliotte Friedman reveals a shift in Detroit Red Wings trade discussions involving Dylan Larkin and Simon Edvinsson as the team targets young centers.
Michal Postava was Detroit's backup in Vancouver until the second intermission changed his night. #RedWings
Lucas Raymond accomplished a rare Detroit Red Wings milestone against Vancouver, becoming the first player since 1969 to record three points so early.