The NHL is still buzzing about last week’s bombshell news that Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin requested a trade.Seldom does the league see a six-time 30-goal scorer become available during his prime.Larkin has a major say in what happens next because of his no-trade clause. While he has identified the Minnesota Wild, Vegas Golden Knights and Florida Panthers as his desired landing spots, league sources told The Athletic, the Red Wings could push to expand that field of options in order to maximize Larkin’s trade value.Should a trade materialize this summer, it will be a big one. And it’s not likely to be the only one of consequence before the 2026-27 season.With that in mind, we refresh the big board, adding two big names: Larkin and Nico Hischier.As always, players and assets are listed by how closely they demand watching, based on their potential impact and the current amount of buzz around them.(Note: Contract details via PuckPedia.)1. Dylan LarkinTeam: Detroit Red Wings
Position: Center
Shoots: Left
2025-26 stats: 34 goals, 67 points, 74 games
Age: 29
