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NHL Rumours: Larkin Asking Price Prohibitive and Montreal Canadiens Watching

A month into the 2026-27 regular season, NHL Rumours from the Detroit Red Wings camp continue to circulate about their top-six centreman Dylan Larkin. Connections continue to be made between Larkin and the Montreal Canadiens, even though the Habs are…

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 9:56 PM
NHL Rumours: Larkin Asking Price Prohibitive and Montreal Canadiens Watching
Key Things to Know
  • Detroit's asking price in trade talks for center Dylan Larkin is reportedly prohibitive for Montreal.
  • The Montreal Canadiens are not on Larkin's 10-team trade list, requiring him to waive his no-trade clause.
  • Detroit Red Wings assistant general manager Kris Draper was scheduled to scout Montreal for the third time in four games.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Trade rumors continue to connect Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin to the Montreal Canadiens, though Sportsnet's Eric Engels reports Detroit's asking price is prohibitive. Elliotte Friedman noted Detroit has explored young centers, and Larkin would need to waive his no-trade clause since Montreal is not on his 10-team trade list.

Engels indicated Detroit is seeking a massive return for their top-line center that teams on Larkin's list may struggle to match. Meanwhile, Detroit Red Wings assistant general manager Kris Draper has scouted three of Montreal's last four games as speculation persists.

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