The Red Wings' GM Search Explains Why Laine Is Still a Free Agent
The Red Wings' GM search could bleed into September, and Patrik Laine is still a free agent in August. Same story, different corner of the NHL.
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The Larkin Trade Will Cost Detroit More Than They Think
Larkin has a NTC, five years left, and three approved destinations. I ran every NHL captain trade demand since the cap era. The seller always loses.
Larkin Demanded a Trade and Detroit Has Nobody to Blame
Dylan Larkin's trade demand isn't a surprise — it's the logical conclusion of 10 playoff misses and a front office that kept selling a rebuild that never came.
Detroit Finally Lost Dylan Larkin
Dylan Larkin filed a trade request after 10 consecutive Red Wings playoff misses. Ten years of patience, 643 points, five playoff games. The bill came due.