NHL insider Michael Augello of The Hockey News reports that Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin including the Buffalo Sabres on his potential trade list is a "no-go," according to sources close to the situation.
The update comes amid ongoing speculation about Larkin's future with the Red Wings, where he has spent his entire NHL career since being drafted 15th overall in 2014. The 29-year-old center carries a modified no-trade clause in his eight-year, $69.6 million contract extension signed in 2022.
Buffalo, currently in a rebuilding phase, had been mentioned as a potential destination given their need for veteran leadership and center depth. However, Augello's reporting suggests Larkin would not waive his no-trade protection to facilitate a move to the Sabres.
The Red Wings, who missed the playoffs last season, continue to evaluate their roster direction under general manager Steve Yzerman. Larkin recorded 69 points in 68 games during the 2025-26 season, maintaining his status as one of the league's reliable two-way centers.
