Todd McLellan names Alex DeBrincat as alternate captain candidate for Red Wings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 6:20 PM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Todd McLellan, head coach of the Detroit Red Wings, has identified Alex DeBrincat as a candidate to wear a letter this season. With the team opening the 2026-27 season on October 2 against the New York Rangers, they will start without a captain following Dylan Larkin's removal. Larkin, who made a trade request in June, remains on the roster alongside Lucas Raymond and Moritz Seider, who retain their alternate captain status. DeBrincat has demonstrated leadership qualities during the preseason and previously wore an 'A' with the Chicago Blackhawks. As he enters the final year of his contract, his leadership role could be vital for the Red Wings.
- •McLellan says DeBrincat is in contention to be an alternate captain.
- •The Red Wings start the season against the Rangers on October 2.
- •Larkin was removed as captain due to a trade request made in June.
- •DeBrincat scored 41 goals and 44 assists last season.
- •He is in the final year of a four-year, $31.5 million contract.
- 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Alex DeBrincat Is an Alternate Captain Candidate, McLellan Says
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