Dylan Larkin reports to training camp as Red Wings delay captaincy choice

Dylan Larkin will attend Detroit Red Wings training camp this week despite maintaining his formal trade request. The team announced on September 11 that it will open the 2026-27 season without an assigned captain, effectively leaving the role vacant as the franchise searches for new hockey operations leadership. Steve Yzerman vacated the general manager position in mid-July, leaving the organization in a transition phase. Larkin requested a trade following the conclusion of the 2025-26 season after the team missed the playoffs for a 10th consecutive year. While he will participate in team activities, his long-term future remains tied to private discussions with incoming management. The Red Wings stated that any further decisions regarding the captaincy will occur only after the team fills its vacant front-office leadership roles.

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