Larkin Unwillingness To Expand Trade List To Include Sabres A Sign Of A Lingering Issue

Disgruntled Red Wings center has a 10-team trade list that does not include teams like Buffalo, Montreal and Boston…

By Michael Augello · The Hockey News

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 10:29 PM

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Michael Augello argues Dylan Larkin's refusal to include Buffalo on his trade list highlights ongoing attraction issues for the Sabres.
The Buffalo Sabres reportedly approached Detroit Red Wings interim GM Shawn Horcoff with a trade offer for Dylan Larkin.
Agent Pat Brisson informed Detroit that Larkin will not expand his 10-team list after previously growing it from three teams.

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Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin is reportedly unwilling to expand his 10-team trade list to include the Buffalo Sabres. According to reports from multiple NHL insiders, the Sabres approached Detroit interim GM Shawn Horcoff with a permanent trade offer, but Larkin's camp refused to add Buffalo, Montreal, Boston, or Los Angeles to his approved destinations.

Michael Augello writes that Larkin's stance highlights an ongoing challenge for Sabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen when pursuing players with trade protection. Agent Pat Brisson declined to expand the list further, with the 30-year-old forward reportedly seeking to join only established postseason contenders.

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