Dylan Larkin to miss Red Wings training camp with injury

Dylan Larkin, the former captain of the Detroit Red Wings, will miss the start of training camp due to an upper-body injury sustained during off-ice training. Interim General Manager Shawn Horcoff confirmed the injury but did not provide a specific timeline for Larkin’s return.

The injury comes amid significant uncertainty regarding Larkin’s future with the franchise. Following a public trade request this summer, the organization stripped him of the captaincy. While Larkin remains under contract for five more seasons, his status with the team is considered to be in limbo as the organization seeks a trade.

Detroit Red Wings owner Christopher Ilitch addressed the organizational changes, noting that the next president of hockey operations will have full authority to evaluate all staff, including head coach Todd McLellan. Ilitch emphasized that personnel decisions will be driven by the goal of winning championships rather than personal preferences. Meanwhile, former General Manager Steve Yzerman continues in his role as a senior advisor.