Dylan Larkin will attend training camp but relinquish his captain's C, per joint statements from the player and Red Wings.
Larkin Reports to Camp Without Captain's C
September 12, 2026 · ← Back to rollups
Dylan Larkin will attend Red Wings training camp next week, but the team announced he will relinquish the captain's "C" for now The Malik Report. The decision marks a significant moment in the ongoing saga between the star forward and the organization, though both Larkin and the Red Wings released statements that offered limited detail on the path forward u/daKrut. The move comes as the team continues its search for a new general manager to replace Steve Yzerman, a process that remains unresolved heading into camp The Malik Report.
Meanwhile, the Red Wings are preparing to host a four-team prospect tournament this weekend at Little Caesars Arena, with prospects from Columbus, Dallas, and Pittsburgh joining Detroit for round-robin play The Malik Report. Goaltender prospect Trey Augustine has drawn particular praise from multiple outlets as a prospect to watch. The tournament offers a welcome distraction from the organizational turmoil as the team looks ahead to the new season.
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Statements from Dylan Larkin and the Detroit Red Wings regarding his attendance at camp and captaincy status.
Fans debate when and whether they might forgive Larkin for his role in the organizational turmoil this summer.
Red Wings and Dylan Larkin announce he will attend training camp but the team will start the season without a captain.
Analyst notes that removing the C publicly is significant, though both statements remain vague on the path forward.
Commentary suggests Larkin's statement was bland and lacked acknowledgment of fans and the city.