Rumor Roundup: Panthers Linked to Larkin as Barkov Injury Concerns Grow; Leafs Shopped Wood
Elliotte Friedman discussed whether Detroit's Dylan Larkin could be moved to Florida if Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov faces an extended absence. Barkov hurt his left knee Thursday against San Jose, had an MRI Friday, and an update was expected Saturday; he previously had season-ending right-knee surgery last September. The report also says Florida had prior interest in Larkin, Detroit wants an immediate-impact return comparable to the Marchenko deal, and Toronto tried to flip newly acquired Miles Wood.
Florida’s concern centers on captain Aleksander Barkov, who hurt his left knee Thursday versus San Jose. He had an MRI Friday, with an update expected Saturday. Because he had season-ending right-knee surgery last September, an extended absence is possible. Elliotte Friedman raised whether Detroit’s Dylan Larkin could become a Florida target if that happens. The Panthers reportedly had summer interest in Larkin, though his rumored preferred destination is Minnesota. Detroit’s interim GM Shawn Horcoff says the club is not rebuilding and would seek an immediate-impact return, perhaps similar to Toronto’s package for Kirill Marchenko.
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