Yzerman Digs in as Larkin Trade Talks Hit a Wall with Minnesota

Steve Yzerman isn't budging, and that's making things complicated for anyone hoping to pry Dylan Larkin out of Detroit. The Red Wings GM has held firm in negotiations with Minnesota, signaling that if the Wild want the franchise cornerstone, they're going to have to blow the doors off with an offer that actually makes sense for a rebuilding team. This standoff tells you everything about how Yzerman values his best player and how seriously he's taking the long-term direction of this franchise.