Wild monitoring situation as Larkin trade rumors gain traction
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 5:33 PM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026

The Minnesota Wild are reportedly watching developments around Dylan Larkin's potential trade from Detroit. Sources suggest a trade might occur in the next week to ten days, with Wild officials attending recent games to scout. The rumored package for Larkin includes two top prospects and a first-round draft pick. Larkin had previously requested a trade in June, and discussions intensify as interim GM Shawn Horcoff is seen as a possible full-time candidate. The Wild could be key players in the trade as they consider their options.
- •Dylan Larkin may be traded from Detroit within 7 to 10 days.
- •Minnesota Wild officials have attended recent games to scout players.
- •Report indicates Larkin's trade package includes two top prospects and a first-round pick.
- •Interim GM Shawn Horcoff might secure a full-time role, influencing trade decisions.
- •Larkin requested a trade in early June, heightening speculation.
- 5:33 PMYahoo Sports — Wild on high alert as Dylan Larkin trade speculation heats up
"Detroit has had top members of its front office and scouting department at three recent Wild games.
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