Larkin's practice absence was just a maintenance day, not a trade indicator—he's expected to play tonight.
Larkin's Maintenance Day, Edvinsson Deadline Looms
October 29, 2026 · ← Back to rollups
The Detroit Red Wings are navigating a busy stretch with several roster questions in focus. Dylan Larkin's absence from practice sparked trade speculation, but it was confirmed to be a maintenance day Detroit Hockey Now, with the captain expected to play in tonight's game against Chicago. Meanwhile, the organization faces a critical decision on restricted free agent Adam Edvinsson, with the deadline approaching Detroit Hockey Now. On the injury front, Albert Johansson is out with no timeline after being hurt in Calgary, while Kasper and Appleton are roughly two weeks away from returning u/daKrut.
Despite these complications, the Red Wings have managed to avoid disaster early in the season and are returning home on an upswing. Rookie Michael Brandsegg-Nygård has already made an impact and is generating early Calder Trophy conversation Octopus Thrower (FanSided), while the team's veterans have been actively mentoring younger players—a dynamic that's beginning to show results on the ice. The team sits at 5-4-3 and has a chance to climb the standings as they settle back into their home arena after a productive road trip.
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