Dylan Larkin’s latest move could finally push a trade to the Wild

Detroit Red Wings forward Dylan Larkin will sit out until a trade is completed, escalating his months-long push to leave the organization. Larkin's camp informed interim general manager Shawn Horcoff that ample time has passed since his initial trade request. Minnesota remains strongly interested, with reports indicating the Wild have submitted one of the most competitive permanent transfer packages to acquire the veteran center.

To absorb Larkin's $8.7 million cap hit, the Wild are reportedly prepared to send futures, high-cost veterans, and prospects like Danila Yurov or Charlie Stramel. Adding Larkin would provide Minnesota crucial top-line depth alongside stars Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy as Detroit evaluates competing league-wide offers.