Detroit Red Wings star center Dylan Larkin has signed an eight-year contract extension, according to an announcement made by the team on Tuesday, March 1.
UPDATE: The Detroit #RedWings today signed Captain Dylan Larkin to an eight-year contract extension with an average annual value of $8.7 million.
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The deal is worth around $8.7 million per season. Larkin has been a staple of the Red Wings lineup since he was drafted by the team in the first round (15th overall) of the 2014 NHL Draft. He has become a fan favorite in Detroit due to his work ethic, leadership and offensive prowess.
The Waterford, Michigan native has played in 563 NHL games, all with Detroit, and has scored 169 goals and 183 assists for 415 points. Larkin was named team captain in January 2020, becoming the first Michigan-born captain in team history.
Larkin’s extension comes at a time when the Red Wings are in the midst of a rebuild. The signing of him, however, signals the team’s commitment to building around him and keeping him as the cornerstone of the franchise. With Larkin locked up for the next eight years, the Red Wings can focus on building a team that can compete for a playoff spot in the coming seasons. However, with a record of 28-24-8, Detroit has a chance to make the playoffs.
Although they are not favorites to be contenders according to Michigan sportsbooks. The team has a bright future adding a center piece to build around Dylan Larkin.
This extension is an important move for the Red Wings and Larkin as it secures his place in Detroit for the long term and shows the team’s commitment to him as a player and leader. Red Wings fans can look forward to seeing Larkin lead the team for years to come.
