Former Red Wings Exec Puts Larkin on Blast

Former Detroit Red Wings executive Doug MacLean, who served as assistant GM during Steve Yzerman's captaincy, publicly criticized current Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin. MacLean acknowledged he does not know Larkin personally, but still spoke out against him in comments reported on October 31, 2026. The article, written by Bob Duff for Yahoo Sports, focuses on MacLean's pointed remarks about Larkin's performance or leadership.