Dylan Larkin hasn’t said publicly what is his preference is for a trade destination. All we know is that he owns a full no-trade clause. That gives him veto power. But Elliotte Friedman has reported Larkin has given GM Steve Yzerman a list of NHL teams he would accept in a trade.

Here some teams that seem to have a true shot of success when it comes to making a successful pitch for Larkin:

Minnesota Wild

GM Bill Guerin, USA’s Olympic GM, has unwavering respect for Larkin. His team needs a No. 1 center. Larkin is friends with Brock Faber, Matthew Boldy and especially Quinn Hughes. The latter looks up to Larkin as a mentor.

The Wild has assets to make a strong offer, with an impact similar to the return that landed Hughes from Vancouver. They can offer a young center, Charlie Stramel. He’s a 6-foot-3 former Michigan State center who is considered one of the top affiliated prospects. He’s ready to play in the NHL, although he’s far from a finished prospect. Danila Yurov, a 2022 first-round pick, has also been mentioned. The young winger boasted 12 goals and 27 points this season after coming over from the KHL. The Wild would give up a 2027 first-round pick and perhaps another prospect.

Dallas Stars

Dylan Larkin knows Stars GM Jim Nill and his reputation for keeping his team in contention. Nill and Yzerman are friends and probably could hammer out a deal. The Stars have plenty of players the Red Wings would be interested in, including Jason Robertson and Mavrik Bourque.

Friedman has confirmed that the Stars are on Larkin’s approved list.

Vegas Golden Knights

GM Kelly McCrimmon has more pressing matters than worrying about an offseason deal. But when the Stanley Cup Final is over, our guess is that Jack Eichel will lobby management to bring his close friend Larkin to the team. A one-two center combination of Eichel and Larkin will be formidable.

A deal could get done with Tomas Hertl being the centerpiece coming back. The Red Wings might also have to take back William Karlsson ($5.9 million, one year) and probably another veteran because Vegas wants to get their salary cap in better shape. Karlsson and Hertl can both play center or wing. Karlsson is 33, but can still generate 40 to 50 points.

Florida Panthers

There’s no confirmation that the Panthers are on Larkin’s list or that the Panthers want to acquire him. But Matthew Tkachuk would undoubtedly be in favor of such a move. GM Bill Zito was the assistant general manager of the U.S. Olympic team. He knows Larkin’s value as a leader and all-around player. With Sergei Bobrovsky coming off the books, the Panthers have the cap space.

Florida Hockey Now’s George Richards, a veteran reporter, has suggested a deal could be center Anton Lundell, plus a former Michigan player, Mackie Samoskevich, and/or Sandis Vilmanis or more. The Red Wings might prefer a straight trade for Sam Bennett.

Zito has a history of making bold moves to alter his roster.

Pittsburgh Penguins

The key player from the Red Wings’ perspective would be Ben Kindel. He scored 19 goals last season as a rookie center. He would have to be the centerpiece of Pittsburgh’s return.

According to a source, the Red Wings hoped Kindel would fall to them at No. 15 last June at the 2025 draft. However, the Penguins drafted him at No. 11.

This is the Pittsburgh GM Kyle Dubas quote, not specifically about Larkin, that makes us believe they will make a run at the Red Wings captain:

“But I think what we really lack are those players in their later 20s that are really true difference makers…And I think if you’re one of those players that’s a free agent or your situation in your spot is not going well…you could look at us and think, and see very clearly, you’re going to be supported by a great coaching staff that gets the most out of players. But I think if we were going to take a really big step next year, one that’s sustainable, it’s going to be by using a combination of this cap that we have but (also) the assets that we have, draft picks, prospects, etc., to acquire somebody. Is that going to be possible? We’re sure going to find out.”

It’s unknown whether Larkin would play for the Penguins.

Boston Bruins

The Bruins are looking for a No. 1 center to play with David Pastrnak, and Larkin could fill that need. He is right in Pastrnak’s age group. Premium USA defenseman Charlie McAvoy would certainly lobby for his presence.

“The Bruins own five first-round picks in the next three years, but it’s hard to imagine Detroit settling for just picks,” Boston Hockey Now’s Jack Studley wrote. “The Bruins have top-six forwards, young defensemen, and a reloaded pool of prospects that could appeal to the Red Wings.

Tampa Bay Lightning

This team’s presence on the list is more about Larkin and less about the Red Wings. Tampa Bay has quality players and stays in contention season after season. Plus, there is no state income tax in Florida. Plenty to like about this team.

It is more challenging to figure out what the trade match would be. It would have to be an old-school hockey deal.

Columbus Blue Jackets

Larkin’s desire to play for a contender may kill the Blue Jackets’ chances. But they are improving. More importantly, Larkin is a close friend with his former Michigan teammate Zach Werenski, who recently won the Norris Trophy.

The Blue Jackets also have a bushel of talented young players who could make a trade work.

Toronto Maple Leafs

It’s not unreasonable to surmise that Larkin would prefer to play in an American city. It would be less hassle for several reasons.

But if there was one Canadian city he might consider, it would be Toronto. His father is from there, and he has relatives in the Toronto area. Plus, his buddy Auston Matthews would love to have him there. Matthews and Larkin at center, John Tavares permanently on the wing. What’s not to like?

The Red Wings would ask for William Nylander or Matthew Knies, but Toronto might have enough talent to make a deal work even if the Maple Leafs said ‘no’ to that.