Red Wings place Larkin on injured reserve amid trade request, drawing boos from home crowd

The Detroit Red Wings placed former captain Dylan Larkin, 30, on a non-roster injured reserve spot just hours before their season opener on home ice against the New York Rangers, according to ESPN.

The move comes as the organization continues to navigate Larkin's lingering trade request, a situation that has cast a shadow over the start of Detroit's season. ESPN reported that Larkin was booed by the home crowd amid the ongoing dispute.

Larkin, who has served as a prominent figure in the Red Wings organization, requested a trade, though the team has not finalized a deal as the season begins. Placing him on injured reserve in a non-roster capacity means he will not be available to play while the team manages the situation.

The Red Wings' decision to open the season without Larkin in the lineup underscores the tension between the player and the organization. Fan reaction at the home opener reflected frustration with how the situation has unfolded, per the report.

Neither the Red Wings nor Larkin's representatives offered further public comment beyond what was reported, and it remains unclear when or whether a trade will be finalized.