At 26-years-old, he's still young enough to be an impact player for the better part of a decade, and the Detroit Red Wings are thus committed to signing him for max-term.
The AAV, however, might be a little too much for GM Steve Yzerman. Reports indicate that Larkin is looking for $9-million annually on his new deal. While he is a great player, this would put him among the ranks of the highest-paid players in the league.
Yzerman is known for building a core on budget deals, just as he did in Tampa Bay. The Lightning have made it to three straight cup finals, so his methods must have worked.
Do you think management will hand Larkin this fortune, or move on from their hometown-boy captain?
Credit Blade of Steel: Insider reveals just how much money Dylan Larking wants from the Detroit Red Wings and it its a lot
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30 JANVIER | 302 ANSWERS Dylan Larkin's contract expectations with the Detroit Red Wings shown Do you think Dylan Larkin is worth $9-million annually for the Detroit Red Wings? | ||
Yes | 52 | 17.2 % |
No | 250 | 82.8 % |
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