What does Steve Yzerman’s exit mean for Dylan Larkin’s trade request? It’s complicated
Steve Yzerman has been transitioned from Detroit Red Wings general manager to senior adviser, which raises questions about whether captain Dylan Larkin might reconsider his trade request made seven weeks earlier. The article indicates that Larkin and Yzerman had clashed, including publicly, and that a change in leadership could offer a fresh path forward, though it remains unclear who will be the next head of hockey operations. The article notes that any potential reconciliation would be complicated, citing factors including fan reaction to Larkin's request.
Via The New York Times: www.nytimes.com/athletic/7458773/2026/07/21/stev
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