Dylan Larkin trade talks dominate Minnesota Wild offseason

Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has formally requested a trade, with reports indicating the Dallas Stars are his preferred destination. The Minnesota Wild are also actively pursuing Larkin, but have so far been unable to secure a deal. Their offseason plans are hampered by a thin prospect pool after the Quinn Hughes trade, leaving them with limited trade chips such as forward Charlie Stramel and forward Danila Yurov.

The Wild previously made a large offer for Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk, which was declined in favor of a move to the Florida Panthers. With the July 1 free‑agency deadline approaching, Wild president of hockey operations Bill Guerin must balance contract talks for unrestricted free agents like Mats Zuccarello and Nick Foligno while waiting for the Red Wings to move Larkin. The trade list Larkin provided includes the Dallas Stars, and the Wild hope to obtain a top‑six center or winger to fill a critical roster need.

Other NHL trade rumors swirl, including possible moves for Columbus defenseman Zach Werenski and Winnipeg goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, underscoring a broader market of player requests and roster reshuffling.