Red Wings Must Sign Edvinsson Before Any Dylan Larkin Trade

The Hockey Writers argues that the Detroit Red Wings must prioritize signing restricted free agent defenseman Simon Edvinsson before completing any trade involving Dylan Larkin. Writer Alexander Rosquez notes that interim general manager Shawn Horcoff faces a hard Dec. 1 deadline for Edvinsson to play this season, whereas Larkin remains under contract through 2030-31 and carries no pressing deadline.

Rosquez emphasizes that securing Edvinsson first clarifies Detroit's long-term salary cap and determines what the club must target in return for Larkin. While Edvinsson has reportedly sought a trade, the Red Wings remain committed to re-signing the 23-year-old defenseman rather than dealing him away.