What happened: Detroit will begin the 2026-27 season without a captain, the team announced Friday. [Field Level Media](https://wsau.com/2026/09/11/red-wings-dylan-larkin-reporting-to-camp-not-returning-as-captain/)
Why it matters: The leadership change follows Larkin's June trade request. His future with Detroit remains unresolved heading into the upcoming season.
By the numbers: Detroit has missed the playoffs for 10 consecutive seasons.
What to watch: Whether Detroit completes a trade before the season opens remains the next roster question.