What happened: A report from nhltraderumors.me is urging an Atlantic Division club to make a push to acquire Dylan Larkin. The push comes amid an ongoing trade stalemate involving the center.

Why it matters: Larkin's contract carries an $8.7 million cap hit through the 2030-31 season, a term long enough to shape any team's asking price and complicate a deal before it starts. Detroit's GM vacancy has already been cited as a factor slowing any resolution.

What to watch: Watch for movement once Detroit fills its GM opening and as teams position ahead of training camp.