Larkin narrows trade list to three teams

State of play: Larkin is under contract through the 2030-31 season and has a no-trade clause, giving him leverage in determining his next team.

Driving the news: Larkin has just three teams on his list of acceptable destinations, per the Freep.

• Florida Panthers: The defending Stanley Cup champions are expected to remain in the mix next season.
• Vegas Golden Knights: Vegas currently leads the Carolina Hurricanes 2-1 in the Stanley Cup Final.
• Minnesota Wild: The playoff team has several of Larkin's USA Hockey teammates.

Catch up quick: The Red Wings drafted Larkin, a Waterford native who turns 30 next month, with the No. 15 pick in 2014 after one season at U-M.

• He was named the Wings' 37th captain in 2021.

Between the lines: Larkin has not commented publicly on his demand, but it's widely believed he is tired of watching the playoffs from the sidelines in Detroit. He also reportedly has a frosty relationship with Wings general manager Steve Yzerman.

What's next: The Wings are expected to seek another top-line center in return for their hometown star. But getting fair market value for Larkin will be difficult because the rest of the league knows he wants to be traded, per MLive.