Dylan Larkin requests trade with Florida Panthers among options
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 10:35 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Dylan Larkin, captain of the Detroit Red Wings, has requested a trade and provided a list of preferred teams, including the Florida Panthers. Larkin is seeking a change after years of playoff exits with Detroit. The Panthers possess the ninth overall pick in the upcoming NHL Draft, which may be a crucial asset in any trade negotiations. Florida currently has three top centers under contract, raising questions about how Larkin would fit into their lineup if acquired. Discussions are expected to revolve around the ninth pick and additional pieces to satisfy both teams’ needs.
- •Larkin has averaged 32 goals and 70 points over the past five seasons.
- •The Panthers hold the ninth overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.
- •Larkin's trade request comes after multiple seasons without playoff success.
- •Florida already has Sasha Barkov, Sam Bennett, and Anton Lundell as centers.
- •Trade discussions may focus on the ninth pick and additional assets.
- 10:35 PMYahoo Sports — Dylan Larkin Has Panthers On Short List Of Potential Trade Partners, But What Would Florida Have To Give Up?
"As Detroit’s captain seeks a fresh start, the Panthers’ ninth overall pick becomes a vital chip in potentially acquiring the elite center.
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