American · Sterling Heights, USA · Born 30 January 1997American ice hockey center and captain of the Detroit Red Wings, known for his speed and leadership, representing USA at international competitions.
Dylan Larkin is the Detroit Red Wings' captain and the face of their rebuild, a skilled centre with exceptional skating and improving defensive awareness. His consistent offensive production and passionate leadership have been crucial to Detroit's development as a competitive team. His growth into a genuine number one centre represents a key step in the Wings' rebuild. Larkin was named Detroit's captain in 2021, becoming one of the youngest captains in Red Wings history, and has publicly voiced frustration over the club's prolonged rebuild while remaining committed to leading the franchise back to the playoffs.
He won the NHL All-Star Game Fastest Skater competition in 2016, setting a new record at the time.
How They Played
Larkin is known for his exceptional speed and skating ability, making him one of the fastest players in the NHL. He possesses strong puck-handling skills and vision, allowing him to create scoring opportunities for himself and teammates. As a two-way center, he contributes defensively while being the Red Wings' primary offensive catalyst.
Lasting Impact
Larkin represents the new generation of American-born NHL stars and has become the face of the Detroit Red Wings' rebuilding efforts.
Career Honours
- NHL All-Star 3x
- Detroit Red Wings captain
- World Championship (USA)
| Team | Period | GP | Goals | Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Red Wings | 2015–2024 | 690 | 34 | #71 |
American Athletes