Location continues to be the sticking point for a Dylan Larkin trade

Detroit Red Wings forward Dylan Larkin remains in trade speculation as his limited list of preferred destinations complicates potential deals. Larkin initially requested a trade to three specific teams in June before expanding his list to eight or nine clubs, but salary cap restrictions among those preferred teams have prevented a move.

According to insider David Pagnotta on Daily Faceoff LIVE, the Montreal Canadiens are reportedly ready to execute a permanent trade for Larkin immediately, but Larkin and his family have declined to approve Montreal so far. Pagnotta noted that other preferred contenders like Colorado, Minnesota, and Washington lack the necessary cap room to absorb Larkin's $8.7 million cap hit.